About Azon's test procedures
Azon provides molds for customers to fill with liquid, two-component polymer, which results in a solid plaque. The plaque is then forwarded to Azon's research department for evaluation.

Using multiple samples cut from the customer's poured plaque, Azon's lab technicians evaluate the cured polymer for strength and permanency. The goal is to help customers produce a structural, thermal barrier polymer that meets or exceeds industry standards.

Customers using Azon's chemicals receive a comprehensive service package that covers design, functionality, technical field support, ongoing testing and quality assurance. The Azon E-Quality Audit™ program is a procedure for maintaining optimal levels of quality for daily chemical processing, Azon's plaque and extrusion programs, and Azon's equipment quality audit reports.

Lab technicians at Azon conduct certain tests on solid plaques according to ASTM International (originally known as the American Society for Testing and Materials) and American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) standards. Data is then entered into the E-Quality Audit™ program.
About Azon E-Quality Audit

Heat distortion temperature
(ASTM D648)


The heat distortion temperature determines the softening point of the polymer specimens using a hot, mineral oil bath.

The information is computer-controlled and collected. The results are then reported to the E-Quality Audit™ database when the test and research are complete.

Izod impact, notched method
(ASTM D256)

The izod impact tests the impact strength by measuring the amount of force needed to break the polymer sample using a pendulum-type hammer and a specimen made with a milled notch.

Hardness at 60 minutes (Shore D)
ASTM D2240

The hardness test at 60 minutes (Shore D) determines the indentation hardnesss of substances. This test measures the material's hardness.

Tensile strength
(ASTM D638)

Tensile strength testing determines the material's tensile strength and elongation at the breaking point using prescribed specimens.

Shear strength
(AAMA 505-98)

Adhesion performance or shear strength is the ability of the structural polymer material to resist slippage or tearing parallel to the line of application loading.

Three AAMA 505-98 shear tests are conducted.

1. Pre-cycle shear test
adhesion prior to thermal cycling

2. Thermal cycling
(view Thermal Cycling Schedule)

3. Post-cycle shear test
adhesion after thermal cycling

Note: Reference AAMA 505-98 for complete
information on these tests.


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