From lab to real life: advanced testing for proven performance
7 April 2025
Real-world projects demand materials that perform under pressure – every time. That’s why our advanced quality and testing processes push epoxy adhesive solutions to their limits.
Megapoxy’s latest investment in precision testing, the Shimadzu Universal Testing Machine (UTM), is set to take confidence, accuracy and efficiency to new levels.
An industry-leading system, it measures material strength and durability by applying forces that mimic real-world conditions. It evaluates how formulations respond to stretching, sliding, bending and load-bearing stress – providing a data-driven understanding of their reliability in everyday applications.
While traditional testing focuses on static properties like viscosity and density, mechanical testing takes it further. It assesses how materials respond under physical stress to ensure they are strong, durable and fit for purpose.
This is especially important for critical infrastructure and high-performance applications like bridges. Our testing covers cyclical loading, dynamic forces and long-term durability assessments, ensuring materials maintain integrity and resist fatigue.
The complete picture: in-house testing for properties & performance
With in-house mechanical testing, we can assess product properties and real-world performance under one roof.
This allows for:
- a full understanding of material behaviour: from liquid state to fully cured and beyond
- predictable performance under stress: for long-term durability
- precise formulation selection and refinement: ensuring the right solution for every application
- faster product improvements: allowing us to fine-tune formulations based on real-world data.
Formulation testing
Properties & composition
- Viscosity (flow).
- Specific gravity (density & composition).
- Pot life (working time).
- Sag resistance (stability without dripping).
- Hardness (surface resistance).
Mechanical performance testing
Behaviour under real-world forces
- Tensile strength: resistance to stretching.
- Compressive strength: load-bearing capacity.
- Shear strength: bond durability (resistance to sliding/separation).
- 3-point flexural strength: bend strength & flexibility.
Real-world benefits
Faster testing, quicker problem-solving
No waiting on external laboratories. With in-house testing, issues can be targeted and fixed fast. This means fewer delays, smoother workflows, faster validation of new formulations, and shorter lead times for product approvals and custom solutions – to keep projects moving.
Easier decisions & onsite efficiency
Real-time strength assessments take the guesswork out of when formwork can be removed and loads can be applied. With accurate data, teams can make informed decisions that reduce downtime and keep construction on track.
Less waste & fewer retests
Precision testing delivers accurate results sooner, reducing re-testing and material waste. Materials meet standards without trial and error, cutting downtime and costs while improving efficiency.
Confident compliance & proven performance
Materials are tested to recognised industry standards, simplifying certification and ensuring compliance with strict safety and regulatory requirements. Verified performance data means you can trust materials to hold up under real-world conditions, with less risk and fewer surprises.
Driving R&D for industry
Faster, more precise testing accelerates product development, helping refine formulations and create longer-lasting, more reliable solutions. Whether it’s a new adhesive built for extreme conditions or a coating that lasts longer under heavy traffic, real-world testing means materials that don’t just meet standards – they raise them.
Ready to test the limits? Read more about our quality control systems and talk to us about your specific project needs.