Updated: Friday the 25th of May, 2012 Abtest Ltd

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Abtest Ltd
Abercynon
Mountain Ash
Rhondda Cynon Taff
CF45 4SF

Tel: 0144 374 3440
Fax: 0144 374 1033
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For over 40 years, Abtest Ltd have been testing products manufactured for automotive, telecommunications, defence, medical and commercial applications in our very own independent UKAS facility. In addition to an environmental testing laboratory, Abtest has a tool room for the manufacture of mechanical fixtures, as well as a highly skilled team of electronic engineers who specialise in the design and manufacture of monitoring equipment. What's more, Abtest offers a complete calibration service conducted by skilled technicians with expertise in electrical, electronic, and mechanical instruments and equipment. We welcome every customer, whatever their unique requirements. Abtest has a wealth of experience in finding innovative solutions for product testing, so we can meet even the most stringent demands. And importantly, you can be assured that all tests and services are undertaken in accordance with the highest quality standards: many of our quality managers have over 45 years of experience working in our test house. We also operate a continuous improvement policy so that we can keep pace with our customers in meeting the ever-changing technical demands of the industries we serve. Abtest prides itself on the quality of the feedback information we provide. This includes investigations into fault finding, analysis of the causes of failure, and recommendations for corrective work. If you would like more information on the services we provide, simply visit our website or give us a call. The Abtest team are always able to help, advise, and provide complete support for all of our customers.

Calibration

Many businesses require calibration of
their instruments on a regular basis. Abtest offer a comprehensive, traceable
calibration service for a wide range of electrical, mechanical and physical
measurement devices. Our calibration systems meet the requirements of all
relevant approval bodies, giving you the peace of mind in knowing your
measurement devices are in the hands of the experts. Instruments can be
calibrated on-site or in the field, depending on your requirements. Either way,
our calibration services are undertaken by skilled and experienced staff. By
visiting the Abtest website, you’ll find a full list of the instruments we are
able to calibrate.

Investigative Testing

From our UKAS accredited independent laboratory in South Wales, Abtest Ltd has the
capabilities to test products to international or customer generated
specifications. Our facilities allow us to perform tests and investigations
which determine a wide range of electrical and mechanical characteristics. We
perform tests on mechanical components, integrated circuits, PCBs and full
assemblies. They include tests for flammability, solvent resistance,
contamination fluids, solderability, and robustness of terminations, as well as
microsectioning tests and visual analysis. Our full investigative testing guide
can be downloaded from the Abtest website.

In Circuit Test Development

In-Circuit testing is an electrical inspection tool that is used to determine whether a
Printed Circuit Board (PCB) has been built correctly. It ensures all testable
components have been fitted and are the correct value, toleration, and
orientation. We offer a complete package for Teradyne 1800 and GenRad In-Circuit
testing: Our engineers have over 10 years experience developing these packages
for high volume production environments. If you would like to find out about how
we test PCBs, follow this link to the Abtest website.

Functional Test Development

This is a quality control test that
checks whether electronic products meet their performance specifications. Our
functional test equipment can be configured to suit the type of product that is
being tested, be it electronic, automotive, telecoms or medical. Our equipment
is of the highest quality and our processes are carried out to the most exacting
standards in order to ensure reliability. We provide full turnkey solutions for
all your functional test needs, whether it's quality, reliability,
serviceability or safety. At Abtest, we know that you want to get your product
to market as quickly as possible; that's why we aim to carry out all tests
within strict time schedules.

Vision Systems

Visual Inspection Systems are quality control tools that are used to validate
production parts either by attributes (pass/fail) or variables (direct
readings), ensuring that they meet correct values and design standards. Follow
this link to our website, where you'll find a Vision Inspection Systems guide
which features all the information you need.

Climatic Testing

Abtest can carry out a range of climatic tests in its UKAS accredited
independent laboratory. This includes temperature testing (hot & cold), humidity
testing, salt and acid corrosion testing, sand and dust abrasive testing, mould
growth testing, gas corrosion testing (industrial atmosphere), and thermal shock
testing. Whether your product is to be used in the heat of the Arizona desert,
the cold and ice of outer Siberia, or the humidity of the Amazon rainforest, our
facilities can replicate any environmental condition. We test a wide range of
products, including electrical/electronic components, electro-mechanical
devices, mechanical products, micro-electronic circuits and components, PCB
assemblies, automotive components, and telecommunication equipment.

Vibration Testing

Abtest Ltd has
the facilities to test products for the effects of vibration, impact, shocks,
and bumps. We can simulate the vibration of driving on a cobbled road, the
impact of dropping a mobile phone, and the shock of hitting it with a hammer!
We can test a range of products, including mechanical products, micro-electronic
circuits and components, PCB assemblies, electrical/electronic components,
electro-mechanical devices, automotive components, telecommunications equipment,
and much more. Follow this link to our website where you can find our full
Environmental Dynamic Testing guide.

Quality

As you would expect from one of the UK's leading test facilities, Abtest has a
policy of achieving and maintaining the highest standards of quality in every
aspect of its operations, from our test plans, implementation and feedback,
right through to customer service. We employ a highly competent workforce who
operate state-of-the-art testing equipment. Furthermore, we ensure
confidentiality and security with every project we take on. Reports, records and
information will only be disclosed to the client or their authorised
representative. We'll also make arrangements for the client or the
representative to witness or monitor the testing processes we perform on their
products. If you would like to find out more about Abtest's services, please
visit our website or simply give us a call!


Detailed Information
Established: 1958
No of Employees: 11-20
Annual Turnover:

Company Type:
  • Service Providers
ISO Compliance: UKAS Testing BS 9000 IECQ CECC

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Primary Market Areas
  • Aerospace & Defence
  • Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals
  • Computing & Communications
  • Electronics & Electrical
  • Engineering & Automotive
  • Food & Drink Processing
  • Marine
  • Test & Measurement

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