Make Every Test Count: High-Efficiency Salt Spray Chambers Speed Up Product Launch

Shanghai – TOBO GROUP, a pioneer in flexible material testing solutions, is excited to launch the SmartCorr Flex Salt Spray Tester—a modular, app-integrated system designed to adapt to diverse industry needs, from small-scale R&D labs to mid-sized manufacturing facilities. Unlike fixed-function testers, this platform lets users customize testing setups, monitor progress remotely, and scale capabilities as requirements grow—making it ideal for industries like automotive components, architectural metals, and consumer goods.
At the core of the SmartCorr Flex is its modular hardware design, which starts with a compact base unit (0.5 cubic meters) and expands via add-on modules. Key modules include: the High-Humidity Module (adds 90-95% RH control for simulating tropical environments), the UV Exposure Module (replicates sunlight-induced corrosion for outdoor products), and the Chemical Additive Module (lets users mix contaminants like chloride or sulfate to mimic industrial settings). For architectural metal manufacturers testing facade panels, this means starting with a basic salt spray setup and later adding the UV Module to test how panels hold up in sunny coastal regions—no need to replace the entire system. A consumer goods brand used the Chemical Additive Module to simulate road salt exposure for winter boot buckles, ensuring compliance with regional durability standards.
Precision is maintained across all configurations through the tester’s smart sensor network, which includes 8 adjustable probes that monitor temperature (±0.2°C), salt concentration (±0.03%), and module-specific parameters (e.g., UV intensity at 340nm). The system auto-calibrates when modules are added, ensuring results align with global standards like ASTM B117, ISO 9227, and EN ISO 14993 (for architectural metals). Its fog delivery system uses variable-pressure nozzles to ensure uniform mist coverage, even when the chamber is reconfigured for different specimen sizes—from small screws to 1-meter-long metal strips. An automotive component supplier noted that the SmartCorr Flex’s precision let them test both tiny fasteners and larger door handles with the same accuracy, streamlining quality control.
The tester’s mobile app integration redefines convenience for users. Via the TOBO GROUP SmartTest App (available on iOS and Android), teams can: start/stop tests remotely, adjust parameters in real time (e.g., increasing salt concentration mid-test), and receive instant alerts for anomalies (e.g., temperature spikes). The app also logs data automatically and generates customizable reports—including time-lapse images of corrosion progression— which can be shared with stakeholders via email or cloud storage. For R&D teams working across multiple labs, this means monitoring a test in Chicago from a desk in Boston, or adjusting a setup for a colleague who’s on-site with a client. A mid-sized metal fabricator reported that the app cut administrative time by 40%, as technicians no longer needed to manually log data or print reports.
Durability and sustainability are built into the design: the base unit and modules are constructed from recycled 316L stainless steel, which resists corrosion and extends the system’s lifespan to 15+ years. The fog generator uses energy-efficient pumps that reduce power consumption by 25% compared to traditional models, and the system’s water recycling feature captures and filters 85% of the salt solution for reuse—cutting chemical waste and operational costs. An architectural firm using the SmartCorr Flex noted that the recycling feature reduced their monthly salt purchases by 60%, aligning with their sustainability goals.
Real-world applications highlight the tester’s versatility. An automotive parts manufacturer used the base unit + High-Humidity Module to test brake caliper coatings, ensuring they resist rust in humid climates. Later, they added the Chemical Additive Module to simulate industrial pollution for markets in heavy manufacturing regions. A furniture brand used the SmartCorr Flex to test metal frame corrosion: starting with basic salt spray, then adding the UV Module to mimic outdoor patio use, and finally using the app to share results with their design team for product tweaks.
“The SmartCorr Flex was built for teams that don’t fit a ‘one-size-fits-all’ mold,” said TOBO GROUP’s Product Innovation Manager. “Whether you’re a small lab testing prototypes or a mid-sized factory validating production parts, this system adapts to your needs—saving money, reducing waste, and making corrosion testing simpler than ever.”
For more information about the SmartCorr Flex Salt Spray Tester, including module options, app features, and pricing, visit Info@botomachine.com.