Q-SUN and Q-PANEL featured in new video from Clariant's Industrial Applications Innovation Center
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Last Updated 2026
Clariant is a world-leading specialty chemical provider whose products support diverse industries including coatings, inks, and adhesives. Recently, Clariant recently posted a video on their website showcasing their Industrial Applications Innovation Center, located in Mount Holly, North Carolina. This state-of-the-art facility, which Clariant describes as a "collaborative ecosystem where expertise, cutting-edge technology, and customer-focused solutions converge to address [technical] challenges head-on," features a wide variety of equipment and technology to formulate and test powder coatings, hot melt adhesives, and various other applications.
Clariant's video features two of Q-Lab's core products: Q-SUN Xenon Arc test chambers and Q-PANEL test substrates. With the help of Q-Lab's accelerated weathering testing technologies, Clariant is able to gain valuable insight into how their chemical formulations will perform under real-world exposure. Testing for weatherability supports Clariant's goal of providing tailored solutions to their industrial customers.
Q-Lab offers a variety of solutions for material innovations. Whether you are looking to simulate primary weathering or corrosion conditions, our team is dedicated to help make finding those difficult answers simple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is accelerated weathering testing?
A: Accelerated weathering testing is a method that simulates sunlight, heat, and moisture to evaluate long-term material durability in a shorter timeframe.
Q: Which industries use accelerated durability testing?
A: In short - A LOT! Q-Lab partners with various industries ranging from manufacturers of paints & coatings, to additives & colorants, and so many more. Check out our industries page for more.
Q: Why should I test?
A: Accelerated laboratory and outdoor weathering and corrosion testing are not used only to improve product durability. Testing is also an invaluable tool for quality control, research and development, cost reduction, warranty support, and product certification. Considering all the benefits of testing, the better question is, can you really afford not to test?