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Automotive Equipment

Labex proudly offers a comprehensive range of automotive laboratory equipment tailored to the unique needs of educational institutions, technical training centers, research laboratories, and the wider automotive industry across South Africa. Whether you’re teaching automotive fundamentals or conducting advanced vehicle diagnostics, our equipment is engineered to deliver accuracy, durability, and innovative performance.

From essential automotive training tools to cutting-edge diagnostic instruments, our solutions support a wide spectrum of automotive education, engineering research, and technical training applications.

Diverse Product Offerings

Our automotive equipment portfolio includes, but is not limited to:

• Abrasion and Washability Testing
• Adhesion
• Brightness
• Comparator
• Formability
• Gas Analysers
• Hardness Testers
• Impact Tester
• Ovens
• Paint Testing Equipment
• Skid Resistance Tester
• Tourque Testers
• Viscometers

Abrasion and Washability Testing

Abrasion and washability testing equipment is used to assess the durability and resistance to wear of automotive paints, coatings, and materials. This includes testing for resistance to scrubbing, rubbing, and cleaning.

Adhesion

Adhesion testing equipment measures the strength of the bond between automotive paints, coatings, and substrates. This helps ensure proper adhesion and prevent delamination or peeling.

Brightness

Brightness testing equipment measures the reflectance and luminance of automotive paints and coatings. This is important for achieving the desired aesthetic appearance.

Formability

Formability testing equipment assesses the ability of automotive materials, such as sheet metal, to be shaped and formed without defects. This is critical for stamping and shaping parts.

Gas Analysers

Gas analysers are used to measure the composition and emissions of automotive exhaust gases. This includes testing for regulated pollutants like carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, and nitrogen oxides.

Hardness Testers

Hardness testers measure the resistance of automotive materials, such as metals and plastics, to indentation or penetration. This helps ensure the desired strength and durability.

Impact Tester

Impact testing equipment evaluates the ability of automotive materials to withstand sudden, high-force impacts without breaking or cracking. This is important for safety-critical components.

Ovens

Ovens are used for various purposes in automotive testing, such as curing paints and coatings, accelerating ageing, and testing thermal stability.

Skid Resistance Tester

Skid resistance testers measure the frictional properties of automotive tyres and road surfaces. This helps assess the safety and performance of vehicles in wet or slippery conditions.

Torque Testers

Torque testing equipment measures the rotational force required to tighten or loosen automotive fasteners, such as nuts and bolts. This ensures proper assembly and prevents over- or under-tightening.