Material Long-Term Engineering Property Characterization
For polymeric materials the database of initial material engineering properties generally exists.
There is, however, very little information regarding the long-term properties of the materials on exposure to potable water. The design engineer is left to assess this performance at the prototype stage, which can lead to design delays and increased development costs. As new materials being considered for potable water applications are typically applicable across multiple platforms, development of a Long-Term Property Characterization Database for these materials is often a cost-effective means of accelerating the development process. This database provides the missing long-term Engineering Performance data required for design engineers for use during the design process to provide the highest level of success in final product validation. While it is possible to move from Material Quick Screening to Prototype Screening, the development over time of long-term material databases strengthens the product development process.
