Sand wind and dust tests
Validate the resistance of your equipment in hostile environments
Why carry out sand and dust wind tests?
- Ensure compliance with international specifications such as RTCA DO160, MIL STD810, GAM EG13 and STANAG 4370.
- Test the tightness of equipment against the penetration of fine particles and abrasion.
- Analyse material degradation in the presence of sand and dust.
- Guarantee the robustness of equipment used in extreme environments.
Types of sand and dust tests
Our laboratories carry out various tests to simulate real-life exposure conditions:
- Penetration of fine particles into electronic and mechanical systems.
- Abrasion testing of exposed surfaces.
- Simulation of prolonged exposure to sandy conditions.
- Tests in controlled environments (temperature, humidity, air flow).
Our sand and dust testing services
Aerospace
Defence
Our testing capabilities and technical resources
Environmental testing facilities
- 1m3 test chamber: Controls temperature, humidity, concentration, wind speed and particle flow.
- Adjustable wind speed from 2.4 to 25 m/s.
- Adjustable temperature control from 23°C to 70°C.
- Controlled humidity below 30% RH.
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Advanced testing facilities
- Precise particle concentration measurement and dosing systems.
- Control of sand and dust distribution in the test chamber.
Standards applicable to sand and dust tests
Our tests comply with the main international regulations:
- RTCA DO160 (section 12): Dusty environment tests for aeronautics.
- MIL-STD-810 (Method 510.5): Military standards for environmental ruggedness.
- GAM EG13: Requirements for defence equipment.
- STANAG 4370: NATO standards for climatic testing.
Integrate sand and dust testing into product development
Sand and dust tests enable you to anticipate risks and ensure the compliance of equipment designed for dusty and sandy environments. Our experts can help you with :
- Analysing the normative requirements according to your sector of activity.
- Implementation of tests with configurations adapted to your products.
- Interpretation of results and optimisation of designs.
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