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The ATER M\u00e9trologie laboratory<\/strong> is a thermal and climatic testing centre specialising in the measurement, qualification and assessment of thermal performance for all types of industrial equipment and products.
\nFor over 15 years,<\/strong> we have been assisting companies with their projects involving temperature-controlled transport, thermal insulation and temperature regulation.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n \n \t

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Thermal and climatic testing
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We carry out tests in controlled <\/b>conditions using a fleet of climatic chambers of different volumes, allowing us to reproduce all combinations of temperature and humidity.

These tests guarantee the reliability and resistance of your products to environmental constraints.
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Thermal conductivity and qualification of temperature-controlled transport solutions
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\u2022 Our laboratory is equipped to evaluate the thermal conductivity of insulating materials.<\/b>
This data allows you to optimise the energy performance <\/b>and design of your insulation solutions.

\u2022 ATER Metrology is recognised for its expertise in the qualification of isothermal and refrigerated packaging and transport solutions, particularly in the pharmaceutical and food sectors.<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n \n \t
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Expert support
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Our team of specialist engineers and technicians supports you throughout your project:


\u2022 Study and definition of the test plan
\u2022 Execution of tests in our laboratories
\u2022 Interpretation and validation of results
\u2022 Technical recommendations for thermal optimisation

We also offer training on thermodynamic concepts.
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Verify the thermal resistance of your equipment<\/div> <\/div>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t
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Measure the thermal conductivity of your insulating materials<\/div> <\/div>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t
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Assess the performance of your insulation in its final use<\/div> <\/div>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t
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Advanced technical means:
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\u2022 12 thermostatic and climatic test chambers (-80 \u00b0C to +50 \u00b0C)
\u2022 1 large volume climatic chamber (170 m\u00b3)
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\u2022 Lambda-meter for the measurement of thermal conductivity of materials
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Certifications and accreditations
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The ATER M\u00e9trologie testing laboratory and its teams have been ISO 9001 certified<\/b> since their creation.

This certification demonstrates a constant commitment to improvement and guarantees our clients a quality service through reliable measurements.

ATER M\u00e9trologie holds specific certifications:
\u2022 ISTA:<\/b> for the validation of packaging intended for the pharmaceutical and food sectors.
\u2022 CertiCold Pharma:<\/b> qualification of transport solutions for health products.
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Benefit from the Research Tax Credit (CIR)
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Over the years, the laboratory has built up a solid network of contacts and partners in the field of research and thermal testing <\/b>on which it relies to meet the most specific demands.

The ATER M\u00e9trologie laboratory is approved for the CIR by the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation.

All services performed by ATER M\u00e9trologie within the scope of your R&D projects are eligible for the Research Tax Credit of up to 30%.
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