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Usability or „Fit for use“
By means of a usability test or a "fit for use" test, the final product is tested for suitability for the intended purpose. Accordingly, there are no general test specifications, however, the relevant standards, laws or recommendations for application shall be applied.
A coating is only suitable for an application if the finished product can meet the requirements to withstand subsequent use. Depending on the field of application, usage tests are specified in standards, but can also be specified by the customer for a specific application. We would be happy to work with you to find the right coating for a specific application.
In the field of cooking and baking equipment, high demands are imposed with regard to usability. Many ILAG internal tests are performed under standardised conditions.
Tests regarding the durability of coatings / Abrasion test methods
In order to check a coating's wear resistance, various abrasion test methods are used.
The tests used most commonly today are the:
LGA test – Specific test methods specific by TÜV Rheinland Cologne/Germany
British Standard test – BS 7069:1988
Tests for adhesion to coatings / non-stick tests for cookware and electrical appliances
Non-stick tests are used to test the non-stick properties of cookware and coated electrical appliances.
Common tests for this are:
Egg test - BS 7069:1988
Pancake test - BS 7069:1988
Milk test - AFNOR NF D 21-511
Baking test - EN ISO 13834:2007, Annex C
Test for the assessment of stain resistance and cleanability
The cleanability of bakeware and ovenware is tested by performing various tests and thus, the non-stick properties are also evaluated. The easier the prepared foods can be removed or 'demoulded', the easier the cleaning.
Frequent tests for this are:
Roasting test for grill- and oven dishes - ILAG test procedure
Steak test - EN ISO 13834:2007, Annex D
Tests to prevent corrosion, bubbles or infiltration / corrosion and rinsing machine tests
Tomatoes, salt, vinegar and various spices are designated as aggressive foods that place considerable requirements on a coating. For household items, there are only a few standardised tests to test for blistering, infiltration or even to prevent detachment of the coating.
Common tests are for this:
Corrosion resistance:
French salt water test - AFNOR NF D 21-511
Rice-tomatoe test - DIN CEN/TS 12872.2
Dish washer test:
Basic dish washer test - 12875-2:2001
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