Introduction to Weathering

This online seminar provides an introduction into technology, methods, and basic concepts of weathering testing. The seminar starts with explaining how weather factors cause ageing of organic materials. After that, the difference between weather and climate is discussed. The seminar reviews various outdoor testing technologies like static exposure, sun-tracking and the use of concentrating Fresnel mirrors and presents how testing is performed in key benchmark climate locations. Discussion of laboratory accelerated weathering testing is structured by light source and instrument geometry. Finally, the concepts of correlation and acceleration are briefly explained.

This online seminar provides an introduction into technology, methods, and basic concepts of weathering testing. The seminar starts with explaining how weather factors cause ageing of organic materials. After that, the difference between weather and climate is discussed. The seminar reviews various outdoor testing technologies like static exposure, sun-tracking and the use of concentrating Fresnel mirrors and presents how testing is performed in key benchmark climate locations. Discussion of laboratory accelerated weathering testing is structured by light source and instrument geometry. Finally, the concepts of correlation and acceleration are briefly explained.

Temperature Effects in Artificial and Natural Weathering

The surface temperature of a material exposed to natural sunlight or to artificial Xenon-arc radiation is critical for its degradation behavior. In this webinar we present how surface temperatures can be measured in weathering setups and which test parameters will influence the surface temperature. We will show models and examples how the surface temperature influences the degradation process.

The surface temperature of a material exposed to natural sunlight or to artificial Xenon-arc radiation is critical for its degradation behavior. In this webinar we present how surface temperatures can be measured in weathering setups and which test parameters will influence the surface temperature. We will show models and examples how the surface temperature influences the degradation process.

Weather-Ometer Workshop

A dedicated course for the operators of the latest in weathering technology: Atlas Ci5000, Ci4400, Ci4000 and Ci3000 Xenon Weather-Ometers! This full-day course guides you through basic operation, calibration, and maintenance. Plus, you’ll learn how to navigate the state-of-the-art controller to conduct on-line calibration, set up custom test programs and troubleshoot through comprehensive diagnostic screens.

Prices and further information available upon request (atlas.client-education@ametek.com).

A dedicated course for the operators of the latest in weathering technology: Atlas Ci5000, Ci4400, Ci4000 and Ci3000 Xenon Weather-Ometers! This full-day course guides you through basic operation, calibration, and maintenance. Plus, you’ll learn how to navigate the state-of-the-art controller to conduct on-line calibration, set up custom test programs and troubleshoot through comprehensive diagnostic screens.

Prices and further information available upon request (atlas.client-education@ametek.com).

Time Scales in Environmental Ageing of Polymers

Under the synergistic impact of solar radiation, heat, and moisture, all polymeric materials undergo chemical and physical ageing. These weathering effects lead to changes in properties and ultimately to product failure. Photodegradation, chemical, and physical processes, as well as external stresses run on very different time scales. Some effects can easily be accelerated. Others, like diffusion, migration, or water uptake need time to evolve. The result are fundamental limitations in the overall acceleration that can be achieved in an accelerated but correlating laboratory test. Knowing about the relevant aging processes and understanding their time scales and acceleration limits is critical to making the right testing decisions.

Under the synergistic impact of solar radiation, heat, and moisture, all polymeric materials undergo chemical and physical ageing. These weathering effects lead to changes in properties and ultimately to product failure. Photodegradation, chemical, and physical processes, as well as external stresses run on very different time scales. Some effects can easily be accelerated. Others, like diffusion, migration, or water uptake need time to evolve. The result are fundamental limitations in the overall acceleration that can be achieved in an accelerated but correlating laboratory test. Knowing about the relevant aging processes and understanding their time scales and acceleration limits is critical to making the right testing decisions.

How to validate a weathering instrument

This webinar explains the key principles of weathering instrument validation and why this validation is essential for reliable and reproducible results. It discusses critical performance parameters such as irradiance, temperature, humidity, and water delivery.
Common validation approaches, reference materials, and documentation practices are reviewed. Attendees will gain practical guidance on establishing confidence in their test results.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

This webinar explains the key principles of weathering instrument validation and why this validation is essential for reliable and reproducible results. It discusses critical performance parameters such as irradiance, temperature, humidity, and water delivery.
Common validation approaches, reference materials, and documentation practices are reviewed. Attendees will gain practical guidance on establishing confidence in their test results.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

How to validate a weathering instrument

This webinar explains the key principles of weathering instrument validation and why this validation is essential for reliable and reproducible results. It discusses critical performance parameters such as irradiance, temperature, humidity, and water delivery.
Common validation approaches, reference materials, and documentation practices are reviewed. Attendees will gain practical guidance on establishing confidence in their test results.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

This webinar explains the key principles of weathering instrument validation and why this validation is essential for reliable and reproducible results. It discusses critical performance parameters such as irradiance, temperature, humidity, and water delivery.
Common validation approaches, reference materials, and documentation practices are reviewed. Attendees will gain practical guidance on establishing confidence in their test results.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

How to Achieve Acceleration in Weathering

Over time, materials and products are affected by weather, leading to undesired changes in appearance and function, ultimately resulting in product failure. Accelerated weathering tests aim to determine the product's lifespan in a shorter period by compressing or intensifying the impact of weather factors on the samples.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

Over time, materials and products are affected by weather, leading to undesired changes in appearance and function, ultimately resulting in product failure. Accelerated weathering tests aim to determine the product's lifespan in a shorter period by compressing or intensifying the impact of weather factors on the samples.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

Grundlagen der Bewitterung II

Aufbauend auf Teil I, der die Prüftechnik behandelt, befasst sich das Seminar „Grundlagen der Bewitterung II“ intensiv mit der Wirkung der Wetterfaktoren auf polymere Werkstoffe. Das Seminar gibt Aufschluss über die messtechnische
Erfassung der Wetterfaktoren und behandelt die Strahlungs- und Temperaturmesstechnik als kritische Faktoren. Die Planung und Durchführung von Bewitterungsversuchen unter Verwendung von Referenzmaterialien bilden einen weiteren Schwerpunkt des Seminars. Die statistische Auswertung von Bewitterungsstudien sowie eine Diskussion der Möglichkeiten und Grenzen der Beschleunigung, runden das Programm des zweiten Tages ab.

Preise und weitere Informationen auf Anfrage (sandra.schneider@ametek.com).

Aufbauend auf Teil I, der die Prüftechnik behandelt, befasst sich das Seminar „Grundlagen der Bewitterung II“ intensiv mit der Wirkung der Wetterfaktoren auf polymere Werkstoffe. Das Seminar gibt Aufschluss über die messtechnische
Erfassung der Wetterfaktoren und behandelt die Strahlungs- und Temperaturmesstechnik als kritische Faktoren. Die Planung und Durchführung von Bewitterungsversuchen unter Verwendung von Referenzmaterialien bilden einen weiteren Schwerpunkt des Seminars. Die statistische Auswertung von Bewitterungsstudien sowie eine Diskussion der Möglichkeiten und Grenzen der Beschleunigung, runden das Programm des zweiten Tages ab.

Preise und weitere Informationen auf Anfrage (sandra.schneider@ametek.com).

How to calculate test durations?

How long should I run a test in a Weather-O-meter to simulate one year Florida? Or: How long should I test to achieve 6 GJ/m²? We receive these types of questions every day. This seminar explains how test durations can be calculated for the most common test methods like ISO 4892-2, SAE J2527 and ASTM D7869, but also the limitations of some of these calculations.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

How long should I run a test in a Weather-O-meter to simulate one year Florida? Or: How long should I test to achieve 6 GJ/m²? We receive these types of questions every day. This seminar explains how test durations can be calculated for the most common test methods like ISO 4892-2, SAE J2527 and ASTM D7869, but also the limitations of some of these calculations.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

How to calculate test durations?

How long should I run a test in a Weather-O-meter to simulate one year Florida? Or: How long should I test to achieve 6 GJ/m²? We receive these types of questions every day. This seminar explains how test durations can be calculated for the most common test methods like ISO 4892-2, SAE J2527 and ASTM D7869, but also the limitations of some of these calculations.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

How long should I run a test in a Weather-O-meter to simulate one year Florida? Or: How long should I test to achieve 6 GJ/m²? We receive these types of questions every day. This seminar explains how test durations can be calculated for the most common test methods like ISO 4892-2, SAE J2527 and ASTM D7869, but also the limitations of some of these calculations.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

How to use standard reference materials

Standard reference or control materials are recommended for the validation of accelerated test methods and for control of the instrument performance. Here we show how common reference materials (e.g. ISO or AATCC blue wool scale, SAE Polystyrene, PERS and others) are used effectively to increase reproducibility and repeatability in weathering testing.
Participants will learn which weathering reference materials are suitable and how to use them in a effective manner.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

Standard reference or control materials are recommended for the validation of accelerated test methods and for control of the instrument performance. Here we show how common reference materials (e.g. ISO or AATCC blue wool scale, SAE Polystyrene, PERS and others) are used effectively to increase reproducibility and repeatability in weathering testing.
Participants will learn which weathering reference materials are suitable and how to use them in a effective manner.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

How to Achieve Acceleration in Weathering

Over time, materials and products are affected by weather, leading to undesired changes in appearance and function, ultimately resulting in product failure. Accelerated weathering tests aim to determine the product's lifespan in a shorter period by compressing or intensifying the impact of weather factors on the samples.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

Over time, materials and products are affected by weather, leading to undesired changes in appearance and function, ultimately resulting in product failure. Accelerated weathering tests aim to determine the product's lifespan in a shorter period by compressing or intensifying the impact of weather factors on the samples.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

How to test Leisure & Sporting Goods?

Discover the secrets to ensuring that your Leisure & Sporting Goods products maintain their appearance and performance in a variety of environmental conditions. Learn about essential weathering tests using xenon-arc instruments. Tests that go beyond basic UV exposure and combine sunlight, heat and water to reveal product durability.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

Discover the secrets to ensuring that your Leisure & Sporting Goods products maintain their appearance and performance in a variety of environmental conditions. Learn about essential weathering tests using xenon-arc instruments. Tests that go beyond basic UV exposure and combine sunlight, heat and water to reveal product durability.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

How to test Leisure & Sporting Goods?

Discover the secrets to ensuring that your Leisure & Sporting Goods products maintain their appearance and performance in a variety of environmental conditions. Learn about essential weathering tests using xenon-arc instruments. Tests that go beyond basic UV exposure and combine sunlight, heat and water to reveal product durability.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

Discover the secrets to ensuring that your Leisure & Sporting Goods products maintain their appearance and performance in a variety of environmental conditions. Learn about essential weathering tests using xenon-arc instruments. Tests that go beyond basic UV exposure and combine sunlight, heat and water to reveal product durability.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

How to use standard reference materials

Standard reference or control materials are recommended for the validation of accelerated test methods and for control of the instrument performance. Here we show how common reference materials (e.g. ISO or AATCC blue wool scale, SAE Polystyrene, PERS and others) are used effectively to increase reproducibility and repeatability in weathering testing.
Participants will learn which weathering reference materials are suitable and how to use them in a effective manner.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

Standard reference or control materials are recommended for the validation of accelerated test methods and for control of the instrument performance. Here we show how common reference materials (e.g. ISO or AATCC blue wool scale, SAE Polystyrene, PERS and others) are used effectively to increase reproducibility and repeatability in weathering testing.
Participants will learn which weathering reference materials are suitable and how to use them in a effective manner.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

How to achieve good correlation?

Correlation to real world performance is one of the key targets of accelerated weathering testing. The tester expects the same ageing behavior and the same ranking of polymer and coating performance as under natural conditions. This is not always the case.
This seminar addresses some basic approaches and measures which can help to achieve good correlation.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

Correlation to real world performance is one of the key targets of accelerated weathering testing. The tester expects the same ageing behavior and the same ranking of polymer and coating performance as under natural conditions. This is not always the case.
This seminar addresses some basic approaches and measures which can help to achieve good correlation.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

How to achieve good correlation?

Correlation to real world performance is one of the key targets of accelerated weathering testing. The tester expects the same ageing behavior and the same ranking of polymer and coating performance as under natural conditions. This is not always the case.
This seminar addresses some basic approaches and measures which can help to achieve good correlation.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

Correlation to real world performance is one of the key targets of accelerated weathering testing. The tester expects the same ageing behavior and the same ranking of polymer and coating performance as under natural conditions. This is not always the case.
This seminar addresses some basic approaches and measures which can help to achieve good correlation.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

How to select a weathering test method

Selecting the right weathering test method is critical for meaningful durability assessment. This webinar explains how to align test methods with material type, application, and failure modes. It highlights the strengths and limitations of common laboratory and outdoor exposure approaches.
Participants will learn a structured way to make defensible method selection decisions.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

Selecting the right weathering test method is critical for meaningful durability assessment. This webinar explains how to align test methods with material type, application, and failure modes. It highlights the strengths and limitations of common laboratory and outdoor exposure approaches.
Participants will learn a structured way to make defensible method selection decisions.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

Weathering Testing: From Basics to Best Practice

"Weathering Testing: From Basics to Best Practice" is a one day seminar that emphasizes lightfastness and weathering durability testing techniques. These techniques include natural and accelerated outdoor exposure testing as well as laboratory accelerated methods and instruments. The most relevant information is concentrated into this one day event. The seminar will introduce the basics of how various factors of weather and climate, such as solar radiation, heat and moisture, affect materials and how to test the resistance of a formulation or product to them. Special attention is given to the testing techniques and testing standards of paints and protective coatings, automotive materials, architectural building products and molded plastic materials. Textile and fiber lightfastness and weatherability are also discussed

Location:
British Motor Museum
Banbury Road
Gaydon, Warwickshire
United Kingdom, CV35 0BJ
https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk

Participation Fee is £150 per person.

Further information available upon request (sandra.schneider@ametek.com).

"Weathering Testing: From Basics to Best Practice" is a one day seminar that emphasizes lightfastness and weathering durability testing techniques. These techniques include natural and accelerated outdoor exposure testing as well as laboratory accelerated methods and instruments. The most relevant information is concentrated into this one day event. The seminar will introduce the basics of how various factors of weather and climate, such as solar radiation, heat and moisture, affect materials and how to test the resistance of a formulation or product to them. Special attention is given to the testing techniques and testing standards of paints and protective coatings, automotive materials, architectural building products and molded plastic materials. Textile and fiber lightfastness and weatherability are also discussed

Location:
British Motor Museum
Banbury Road
Gaydon, Warwickshire
United Kingdom, CV35 0BJ
https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk

Participation Fee is £150 per person.

Further information available upon request (sandra.schneider@ametek.com).

Weathering Testing: From Basics to Best Practice

"Weathering Testing: From Basics to Best Practice" is a one day seminar that emphasizes lightfastness and weathering durability testing techniques. These techniques include natural and accelerated outdoor exposure testing as well as laboratory accelerated methods and instruments. The most relevant information is concentrated into this one day event. The seminar will introduce the basics of how various factors of weather and climate, such as solar radiation, heat and moisture, affect materials and how to test the resistance of a formulation or product to them. Special attention is given to the testing techniques and testing standards of paints and protective coatings, automotive materials, architectural building products and molded plastic materials. Textile and fiber lightfastness and weatherability are also discussed

Location:
Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel
Water Street
Manchester, England,
United Kingdom, M3 4JQ
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/manva-manchester-marriott-victoria-and-albert-hotel/overview/

Participation Fee is £150 per person.

Further information available upon request (sandra.schneider@ametek.com).

"Weathering Testing: From Basics to Best Practice" is a one day seminar that emphasizes lightfastness and weathering durability testing techniques. These techniques include natural and accelerated outdoor exposure testing as well as laboratory accelerated methods and instruments. The most relevant information is concentrated into this one day event. The seminar will introduce the basics of how various factors of weather and climate, such as solar radiation, heat and moisture, affect materials and how to test the resistance of a formulation or product to them. Special attention is given to the testing techniques and testing standards of paints and protective coatings, automotive materials, architectural building products and molded plastic materials. Textile and fiber lightfastness and weatherability are also discussed

Location:
Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel
Water Street
Manchester, England,
United Kingdom, M3 4JQ
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/manva-manchester-marriott-victoria-and-albert-hotel/overview/

Participation Fee is £150 per person.

Further information available upon request (sandra.schneider@ametek.com).

How to investigate photo‑degradation with the SEPAP MHE

Photo‑degradation studies require controlled and well‑defined irradiation conditions. This webinar introduces the principles of photo‑degradation testing using the SEPAP MHE. It explains how temperature control and exposure conditions influence degradation mechanisms.
Participants will learn how to use SEPAP testing to support material comparison and research studies.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

Photo‑degradation studies require controlled and well‑defined irradiation conditions. This webinar introduces the principles of photo‑degradation testing using the SEPAP MHE. It explains how temperature control and exposure conditions influence degradation mechanisms.
Participants will learn how to use SEPAP testing to support material comparison and research studies.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

How to investigate photo‑degradation with the SEPAP MHE

Photo‑degradation studies require controlled and well‑defined irradiation conditions. This webinar introduces the principles of photo‑degradation testing using the SEPAP MHE. It explains how temperature control and exposure conditions influence degradation mechanisms.
Participants will learn how to use SEPAP testing to support material comparison and research studies.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

Photo‑degradation studies require controlled and well‑defined irradiation conditions. This webinar introduces the principles of photo‑degradation testing using the SEPAP MHE. It explains how temperature control and exposure conditions influence degradation mechanisms.
Participants will learn how to use SEPAP testing to support material comparison and research studies.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

Xenotest Workshop

Der Xenotest Workshop ist ein intensives eintägiges Training für Anwender der Belichtungs- und Bewitterungsprüfgeräte der Xenotest Reihe (Beta, Alpha, 440 und 220). Dieser Workshop vermittelt Grundlagen zum Betrieb dieser Xenon-Prüfgeräte sowie zu deren Kalibrierung.

Preise und weitere Informationen auf Anfrage (sandra.schneider@ametek.com).

Der Xenotest Workshop ist ein intensives eintägiges Training für Anwender der Belichtungs- und Bewitterungsprüfgeräte der Xenotest Reihe (Beta, Alpha, 440 und 220). Dieser Workshop vermittelt Grundlagen zum Betrieb dieser Xenon-Prüfgeräte sowie zu deren Kalibrierung.

Preise und weitere Informationen auf Anfrage (sandra.schneider@ametek.com).

How to select a weathering test method

Selecting the right weathering test method is critical for meaningful durability assessment. This webinar explains how to align test methods with material type, application, and failure modes. It highlights the strengths and limitations of common laboratory and outdoor exposure approaches.
Participants will learn a structured way to make defensible method selection decisions.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

Selecting the right weathering test method is critical for meaningful durability assessment. This webinar explains how to align test methods with material type, application, and failure modes. It highlights the strengths and limitations of common laboratory and outdoor exposure approaches.
Participants will learn a structured way to make defensible method selection decisions.
This “How to” webinar is part of a series of short, maximum 30-minute-long webinars dedicated to a specific topic or application.

Weather-Ometer Workshop

Der Weather-Ometer Workshop ist ein intensives eintägiges Training für Anwender der Weather-Ometer Reihe (Ci3000, Ci4000, Ci4400 und Ci5000). Dieser umfassende Workshop vermittelt Grundlagen zum Betrieb der Atlas Weather-Ometer Geräte sowie zu deren Kalibrierung.

Preise und weitere Informationen auf Anfrage (sandra.schneider@ametek.com).

Der Weather-Ometer Workshop ist ein intensives eintägiges Training für Anwender der Weather-Ometer Reihe (Ci3000, Ci4000, Ci4400 und Ci5000). Dieser umfassende Workshop vermittelt Grundlagen zum Betrieb der Atlas Weather-Ometer Geräte sowie zu deren Kalibrierung.

Preise und weitere Informationen auf Anfrage (sandra.schneider@ametek.com).

Fundamentals of Weathering I and II

Fundamentals of Weathering I Seminar
This seminar emphasizes lightfastness and weathering durability testing techniques. These techniques include natural and accelerated outdoor exposure testing as well as laboratory accelerated methods and instruments. The seminar will introduce the basics of how various factors of weather and climate, such as solar radiation, heat and moisture, may affect materials and how to test the resistance of a formulation or product to them.

Fundamentals of Weathering II Seminar
This seminar examines in greater detail how various factors of weather and climate, such as solar radiation, heat and moisture, may affect materials and how to test the resistance of a formulation or product to them. Topics of discussion will also include how measuring devices for light, moisture, and temperature function, and the identification of some common errors associated with their use. In addition, the way advanced laboratory equipment controls irradiance, humidity, and temperature will be addressed in greater detail, as well as a review of visual and instrumental evaluation methods for both appearance and physical attributes.

A hands-on training will provide the opportunity to learn more about visual assessment of sample degradation, color sensitivity, and testing on the instruments.

Location:
Atlas/Ametek SAS
BuroPlus - Bât. D
Rond Point de l’Épine des Champs
78990 Élancourt, France

Participation fee is €650 per person for two days. If you register by May 31, 2026 participation fee is €550 per person for two days.
Further information available upon request (florian.nehme@ametek.com).

Fundamentals of Weathering I Seminar This seminar emphasizes lightfastness and weathering durability testing techniques. These techniques include natural and accelerated outdoor exposure testing as well as laboratory accelerated methods and instruments. The seminar will introduce the basics of how various factors of weather and climate, such as solar radiation, heat and moisture, may affect materials and how to test the resistance of a formulation or product to them. Fundamentals of Weathering II Seminar This seminar examines in greater detail how various factors of weather and climate, such as solar radiation, heat and moisture, may affect materials and how to test the resistance of a formulation or product to them. Topics of discussion will also include how measuring devices for light, moisture, and temperature function, and the identification of some common errors associated with their use. In addition, the way advanced laboratory equipment controls irradiance, humidity, and temperature will be addressed in greater detail, as well as a review of visual and instrumental evaluation methods for both appearance and physical attributes. A hands-on training will provide the opportunity to learn more about visual assessment of sample degradation, color sensitivity, and testing on the instruments. Location: Atlas/Ametek SAS BuroPlus - Bât. D Rond Point de l’Épine des Champs 78990 Élancourt, France Participation fee is €650 per person for two days. If you register by May 31, 2026 participation fee is €550 per person for two days. Further information available upon request (florian.nehme@ametek.com).

Fundamentals of Weathering l and ll

Fundamentals of Weathering I Seminar
This seminar emphasizes lightfastness and weathering durability testing techniques. These techniques include natural and accelerated outdoor exposure testing as well as laboratory accelerated methods and instruments. The seminar will introduce the basics of how various factors of weather and climate, such as solar radiation, heat and moisture, may affect materials and how to test the resistance of a formulation or product to them.

Fundamentals of Weathering II Seminar
This seminar examines in greater detail how various factors of weather and climate, such as solar radiation, heat and moisture, may affect materials and how to test the resistance of a formulation or product to them. Topics of discussion will also include how measuring devices for light, moisture, and temperature function, and the identification of some common errors associated with their use. In addition, the way advanced laboratory equipment controls irradiance, humidity, and temperature will be addressed in greater detail, as well as a review of visual and instrumental evaluation methods for both appearance and physical attributes.

Prices and further information available upon request (atlas.client-education@ametek.com).

Fundamentals of Weathering I Seminar
This seminar emphasizes lightfastness and weathering durability testing techniques. These techniques include natural and accelerated outdoor exposure testing as well as laboratory accelerated methods and instruments. The seminar will introduce the basics of how various factors of weather and climate, such as solar radiation, heat and moisture, may affect materials and how to test the resistance of a formulation or product to them.

Fundamentals of Weathering II Seminar
This seminar examines in greater detail how various factors of weather and climate, such as solar radiation, heat and moisture, may affect materials and how to test the resistance of a formulation or product to them. Topics of discussion will also include how measuring devices for light, moisture, and temperature function, and the identification of some common errors associated with their use. In addition, the way advanced laboratory equipment controls irradiance, humidity, and temperature will be addressed in greater detail, as well as a review of visual and instrumental evaluation methods for both appearance and physical attributes.

Prices and further information available upon request (atlas.client-education@ametek.com).