John Morris Group is the appointed Q-Lab distributor for New Zealand, supplying QUV accelerated weathering testers, Q-SUN xenon arc test chambers, Q-FOG cyclic corrosion testers, and Q-Panel standard test substrates to coatings manufacturers, automotive suppliers, construction product developers, and quality assurance laboratories. Every Q-Lab platform is engineered for ASTM G154, ASTM G155, ASTM B117, ISO 4892, and ISO 9227 conformance, giving NZ laboratories audit-ready durability data in days rather than months. Our Auckland-based service centre delivers installation, calibration, and preventive maintenance backed by factory-trained engineers and 70 years of scientific instrument expertise across Aotearoa.
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Q-Lab Equipment Range for New Zealand Material Durability Laboratories
Our Q-Lab portfolio supports the full spectrum of weathering, light stability, and corrosion testing required by NZ manufacturers and contract test laboratories:
- QUV Fluorescent UV Weathering Testers: Reproduce sunlight and condensation damage on paints, plastics, and polymers using interchangeable UVA, UVB, and specialty fluorescent lamps. The Gen 4 controller with dual touch-screen displays and Universal Calibrator smart-sensor compatibility simplifies long-term ASTM G154 and ISO 4892-3 testing programs.
- Q-SUN Xenon Arc Test Chambers: Full-spectrum sunlight reproduction with air-cooled xenon arc lamps and the complete Daylight, Window, and Extended UV optical filter library. Ideal for ASTM G155, ISO 4892-2, automotive interior trim, textile lightfastness, and consumer goods colour stability work.
- Q-FOG Salt Spray and Cyclic Corrosion Testers: SSP, CCT, and CRH models in 600 L and 1100 L formats, with stationary or top-mounted shower, integrated air preconditioner, and rapid ramp configurations for GMW 14872, SAE J2334, ISO 9227, and VDA 233-102 protocols.
- Q-Panel Test Substrate Library: Cold-rolled steel, tinplate, pre-painted, aluminium, anodised, chromated, Alclad, and iron-phosphated panels in sizes from small coupons to 610 × 864 mm automotive substrates for coating qualification work.
- Pre-cut Corrosion Coupons and ART Kits: CX-series coupons matched to GMW 14872, ASTM B117, ISO 9227, and VDA 233-102 protocols, plus the Q-Panel ART simulated hood and fender system for in-chamber automotive coatings evaluation.
- OEM Consumables and Service Parts: Salt kits, fog collection kits, preventive maintenance kits for SSP/CCT and CRH chambers, panel holders, hanging rods, water booster pumps, and chamber heaters to keep your Q-Lab equipment running to specification.
Round Out Your Material Durability Testing Workflow
Q-Lab equipment is most effective when paired with the right downstream measurement and sample handling tools. Consider these complementary categories:
- Colorimeters: Measure delta-E colour shift, gloss reduction, and yellowing index on Q-Panel substrates after each weathering or xenon arc cycle.
- Laboratory and Scientific Equipment: Equip your lab with the supporting balances, ovens, fume cabinets, and specimen preparation instruments needed before and after Q-Lab exposure cycles.
Q-Lab Service and Support from Auckland
John Morris Group's New Zealand operation provides authorised Q-Lab supply, IQ/OQ installation documentation, lamp and filter replacement scheduling, and on-site calibration of irradiance and temperature sensors from our Auckland service centre. Whether you operate a single QUV in a coatings R&D lab, a multi-chamber Q-FOG corrosion suite for automotive qualification, or a contract testing facility running all three platforms, our NZ technical team delivers responsive local service. Call 0800 651 700 for pricing, applications guidance, or service contracts on QUV, Q-SUN, Q-FOG, and Q-Panel products.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do QUV fluorescent lamps and Q-SUN xenon lamps last?
Q-Lab Gen 4 QUV testers achieve up to 3000 hours of operating life on UVA-340 lamps at standard irradiance and 1000 hours at high irradiance settings, with periodic lamp rotation extending uniformity. Q-SUN X-1800 and X-1850 air-cooled xenon arc lamps are warrantied for 1500 hours under normal conditions, and the newer LIGHT/YEAR xenon arc lamps in the Q-SUN Xe-8 are warrantied for 8000 hours at normal irradiance. We supply genuine replacement lamps and filter lanterns from local NZ stock to minimise downtime.
Which Q-Lab Q-FOG model handles ISO 9227 and VDA 233-102 cyclic corrosion?
ISO 9227 neutral salt spray, acetic acid, and copper-accelerated tests can be run on the Q-FOG SSP range. For the full VDA 233-102 automotive cyclic protocol (and equivalent GMW 14872 and SAE J2334 procedures), which require controlled relative humidity, dry-off, wet-out, and rapid temperature transitions, the Q-FOG CRH series with rapid ramp (CRH600-HSCR, CRH600-HTCR, CRH1100-HSCR, or CRH1100-HTCR) is required. Pre-cut CXD-2.76-5.90-K coupons are dimensioned to ISO 9227 and VDA 233-102 specifications.
Can John Morris Group quote installation, calibration, and an annual service contract for Q-Lab equipment in NZ?
Yes. As the authorised Q-Lab distributor for New Zealand, John Morris Group quotes full turnkey supply including freight, site preparation guidance, factory-trained installation, IQ/OQ qualification documentation, operator training, and annual preventive maintenance contracts covering lamp replacement, calibration of irradiance and temperature sensors, and pump or filter servicing for Q-FOG chambers. Contact our Auckland team on 0800 651 700 to scope a quote for your facility.