How Chemco Uses Our Corrosion Tester for Engine Coolants (TT-1384)
A single batch of sub-par coolant is basically a recipe for a total engine breakdown.
For a high-reputation outfit like Chemco, Inc., staying at the top of the quality game while orders are through the roof is a tall order. They needed a way to keep their testing game insanely sharp without letting the costs for new hardware spin out of control.
That’s where the Torontech TT-1384 stepped in: our answer to getting the job done perfectly without the eye-watering price tag.
The Challenge: Expanding Operations without Escalating Costs
As Chemco grew their footprint and the amount of product they made started climbing, the pressure on their testing lab started to feel very real. Checking engine coolants against tiny metal pieces is a picky, high-stakes job that requires a totally perfect copy of a harsh thermal environment.
From where we sit, the folks at Chemco were hitting a classic wall: they needed to run far more tests to keep up with orders while staying within their strict spending limits. We see it all the time: getting new gear for a lab is usually a massive hit to the budget.
In our opinion, plenty of sellers have the exact apparatus you need, but the price tags are so outrageous they force growing shops into a corner.
Chemco wouldn't even think about letting their standards dip, but they weren't about to throw money away on overpriced hardware either. They wanted a smart partner who could give them fresh ideas and a price that actually made sense.
The Solution: Technical Advantages of the TT-1384
We figured out pretty fast what the Chemco lab needed to really win. There isn't a hint of flimsy parts anywhere on this setup and the internal engineering is entirely focused on hitting the ASTM D1384 standard flawlessly.
Optimized Throughput for High-Volume Labs
We feel the best tech stays out of your way. This unit features a built-in air pump and pinpoint airflow control, allowing the team to run tests on six sample groups at once. Handling six batches concurrently turns a massive testing backlog into a manageable daily task.
Precision Thermal Stability and Accuracy
Reliable data requires thermal stability. This rig uses a solid aluminum plate heating system for fast, uniform heat spread. With a self-tuning controller reaching 200°C and staying within ±2°C, it provides the perfectly repeatable conditions needed to prove a coolant’s worth. It even includes a dedicated low-temperature bath to keep condensate water levels perfectly balanced.
Cost-Effective Innovation and ROI
We’re convinced high-end gear should be affordable. By offering the Corrosion Tester for Engine Coolants TT-1384 at a price that’s hard to beat, we helped Chemco speed up their work while hitting their ROI much faster.
The Result: Verified Quality and Operational Confidence
Today, Chemco, Inc.’s quality checking setup is far more resilient and runs like an absolute dream.
While the exact internal figures remain their business, we’re totally sure that bringing in the Torontech TT-1384 has done wonders for the facility. The QC lab can now get through their day with a lot more certainty, easily putting together the rock-solid data needed to show they’re following the toughest rules in the industry.
At the end of the day, Chemco is still keeping that big promise to their buyers: their chemical blends will keep machines safe even when conditions get incredibly hot and punishing. At Torontech, we’re really proud to provide the daily proof that makes that promise stick.
Can Torontech Help You Grow Your Lab Like Chemco?
In our opinion, getting your lab up to speed should never mean handing over your entire budget just to get some clever tech. At Torontech, we’re all about giving shops across North America the most trustworthy, wallet-friendly testing gear on the market today.
Are you ready to support your QC team and expand your testing capacity? Check out all the details of the Corrosion Tester for Engine Coolants TT-1384 or get in touch with our crew today to talk about a custom setup for your shop.