In an effort to maintain a high level of quality, Triscan continuously invests in various equipment, which is used in the internal quality control. "Although our production of parts is subject to very strict requirements, we regularly conduct external, independent quality control, and in addition, we also conduct random tests at our main warehouse in Brabrand, where all goods are received," says Jørgen Grand, Product and Quality Director at Triscan. Most recently, Triscan has, among other things, invested in an ozone chamber for accelerated ageing test of rubber and equipment for tension and compression testing. "Our extensive quality control has meant that we have constantly been able to improve our already low claim rate. We are obviously very proud, not least because it is also of great benefit for the wholesalers, garages and especially car owners", concludes Jørgen Grand.
Accelerated ageing testing of rubber
The new ozone chamber is used to test a wide range of product groups. "For example we use the ozone chamber to test brake hoses and all our different cable types. We also use it for testing all boot types, oil seals and heating/cooling and fuel hoses, "says Asger Thybo Geertsen, Product Manager at Triscan, and he continues:" Soon we will also use the equipment to perform comparative tests between our own and our competitors' products. This gives us the opportunity to demonstrate if our quality is better, comparable or poor compared to our competitors. In the latter case - which of course is unthinkable (says Asger Thybo Geertsen with a smile) - we have the opportunity to toe the line of the production of our parts."
The photo shows a drive shaft boot ready for a test in Triscan’s ozone chamber
Tensile and pressure test
Triscan’s equipment for tensile and pressure testing is, like the ozone chamber, used to test a variety of product lines. "It is obvious to use the equipment to do pull tests on brake hoses. But we also use the equipment to perform both tension and compression tests on conventional gas springs for e.g. trunk lids and hoods, "says Asger Thybo Geertsen, and he adds:" We also carry out tension and compression tests on the type of vibration dampers in the engine’s V-belt drive using gas springs as part of the construction. We are thus able to continuously conduct tests and take action if necessary. "
The photo shows a gas spring being tested in Triscan’s tensile and compression test equipment that can pull and push with up to 10 kN
Useful investigation tool
Triscan’s test equipment will not be used exclusively in connection with the ongoing quality assurance work. The equipment is also used in the work with complaints. "We try whenever possible to decide internally whether a complaint is justified or not. In this context, we often use our internal expertise and test equipment, "says Asger Thybo Geertsen, and he adds:" In this way we can often quickly deliver a well-documented report within a very short time which is beneficiary for all parties involved, "concludes Asger Thybo Geertsen.
This photo shows a vibration damper 8641 293004 for a VAG 1.9 TDI engine with gas spring