New application laboratory expands Pfeiffer's offerings for leak testing

The new application laboratory at Pfeiffer also hosts so-called leak detection days, offering customers the opportunity to explore the new facilities and gain better insights into the latest technologies and proven methods for leak testing. (Source: Pfeiffer Vacuum+Fab Solution)

Pfeiffer Vacuum+Fab Solutions, a member of the global Busch Group, has opened a new application laboratory at its headquarters in Aßlar. The facility complements the company's capabilities regarding feasibility studies for leak testing, customer projects, and the further development of applications. It offers additional space and specialized test stands, enabling customers to determine and validate the most suitable leak detection solutions for their applications.

Support for customers from concept to validation

Selecting the right leak detection technology can be challenging, especially when dealing with very different products, manufacturing processes, and requirements regarding leak rates. The new application laboratory from Pfeiffer allows customers to evaluate various testing approaches under realistic conditions and gain valuable insights before implementing a solution in production. With feasibility studies and application-specific tests, the on-site team supports the validation of concepts, the assessment of technical requirements, and the development of reliable testing processes tailored to the customer's needs.

A wide range of testing technologies

The laboratory offers numerous leak detection methods. This allows experts to select the most suitable technology for each application and process. Depending on the testing requirements, the use of helium spraying and sniffing methods, integral vacuum tests, pressure decay tests ("bombing"), and other well-known leak testing methods can be examined and evaluated. The laboratory is suitable for a broad spectrum of test objects, including heat exchangers, fuel cell stacks, valves, mechanical components, sensors, medical devices, hermetically sealed products, and more. This versatility enables the team to work with customers from a variety of industries and applications.

Professional equipment for demanding tests

The new laboratory features spacious areas, numerous testing stations, and specialized zones for different leak detection technologies. Several testing systems can operate in parallel — providing greater flexibility and efficiency in supporting customer projects. The facility's location directly in Aßlar also facilitates close collaboration between application specialists, development teams, and customers.

In addition to customer-specific testing projects, the application laboratory regularly hosts leak detection days. These customer events provide a platform for presentations on general technical and theoretical topics, practical workshops, live demonstrations, and networking opportunities. Participants gain a more detailed insight into new techniques and best practices in leak testing and can exchange ideas with Pfeiffer specialists and other industry professionals.

Investments in future applications

With the new application laboratory, Pfeiffer expands its capabilities in application development and customer support. The facility provides the foundation for developing and validating leak detection solutions for established and new applications, enabling customers to meet increasingly demanding requirements for quality and reliability.