Tyre & Wheel Rim Laboratory

Cornering Fatigue Test (Wheel Rim)

Laboratory is a world-class advanced Testing facility of Tyre & Wheel Rim for 2/3 wheeler, passenger car, commercial vehicle, agriculture Tractors & off-Road vehicles since 1984.

• NABL Accredited for the Scope of IS, ECE standards and BIS Recognized Laboratory
• Compliance with IS, ECE, JASO & OEM-Specific Testing Protocols.
• Independent, certified test results for product validation
• Optimized development of new Tyre and Wheel Rim.
• Support for Type approval as well as BIS & ECE certification.
• Experienced Technical team and Professional testing support.

TESTING CAPABILITY

• Maximum Wheel Radial Load - 77 kN with drum dia - 1.7 m & Width 600 mm
• Maximum Tyre Test Speed – 330 kmph
• Maximum CFT Bending Moment – 30 kN-m
• Maximum Torsion Moment – 5 kN-m
• Maximum Tyre Bursting Pressure – 100 kg/cm2
• Maximum Radial Impact Height – 600 mm

The laboratory is NABL Accredited and BIS Recognized, providing comprehensive testing, validation and performance evaluation services for automotive tyres and wheel rims as per Indian and International standards.

OEMs, Defence and regulatory bodies in ensuring safety, durability, performance and compliance.

Our Strengths

• More than Four decades of testing expertise.
• Trusted Government-approved testing agency & TED-07 committee member.
• NABL Accredited & BIS Recognized
• Advanced and reliable test infrastructure
• Experienced technical scientific team with Timely and Professional Testing Support

Vehicle Crash Laboratory

Rear Wall Strength Test Rig

Established in 2006, the Vehicle Crash Laboratory is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to evaluating the structural strength, passive safety, and performance of automotive vehicles and systems. The laboratory caters to a wide spectrum of testing requirements for commercial vehicles, buses, construction & mining equipment, agricultural and forestry tractors, and related components.

• NABL accredited laboratory for Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) and Falling Object Protective Structure (FOPS) testing as per various national and international standards.
• Compliance with IS, ISO, ECE, OECD, SAE, OSHA & OEM-specific testing protocols.
• Independent, certified test results for product validation.
• Support for Type Approval as well as ECE certification.
• Experienced technical team and professional testing support.

Test Facilities

The laboratory is equipped with the following state of art test facilities:

➤ Rear Wall Strength Test Rig
➤ Roof Strength Test Rig
➤ Frontal Impact Test Rig
➤ Rollover Test Platform / Tilt Table
➤ Seat Strength Test Rig (H1H2 Test Rig)
➤ Walk-in Environmental Chamber
➤ Waterproofing Test Facility (Rain / Shower Testing)
➤ Falling Object Protective Structure (FOPS) Test Facility (Level I & Level II Impact Protection)

Testing Capabilities

Testing Machines

• Frontal Impact Test Rig

• Rear Underrun Protective Device Test Facility

• Rear Wall Strength Test Rig

• Rollover / Tilt Test Platform

• Roof Strength Test Rig

• Walk In Chamber

• Water Proofing Test Facility

• Seat Strength Test Rig (H1H2 Test Rig)

Vehicle Crash Laboratory (VCL)

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Electrical Laboratory

Cold Chamber

CIRT’s Electrical Laboratory is equipped with advanced testing facilities for evaluation and certification of automotive electrical components. The laboratory is NABL accredited for Lead Acid Battery testing as per IS:14257 and selected parameters of AIS:048. Over the years, the lab has successfully supported leading automotive and battery manufacturers through reliable testing, certification, and developmental services.

Major Services & Test Capabilities

OUR STRENGTHS

• Nationally Recognized ISO:17025 (NABL) Accredited Laboratory for Battery Testing.
• State-of-the-Art Infrastructure with Advanced Precision Measurement Systems.
• Testing Capabilities in Compliance with ASRTU standards, AIS, IS Regulatory Standards.
• Comprehensive Testing Facilities for Electrical Components.
• Expertise in Testing, Validation, Product Development and Certification Support.
• High Accuracy, Reliability and Repeatability in Measurement and Test Results.
• Technically Competent and Highly Experienced Professional Team.
• Robust Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance Practices.

Key Equipment & Facilities

• Battery testing system (BITRODE USA) for capacity
• High rate discharge
• Life cycle tests of batteries for automobile & other applications
• Vibration and Shock Machine with Climatic Chamber (3.5 Ton)
• Climatic Chamber (-40°C to 120°C)
• Cold Chamber (Ambient to -40°C)
• Air circulating ovens
• Salt spray test chamber
• Switch test rig

Testing Machines

• Battery Test System

• Climatic Test Chamber

• Cold Chamber

• Vibration and Shock Testing with Climatic Chamber

• Salt Spray Test Chamber

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Polymer Laboratory

Universal Tensile Testing Machine (UTM)

Polymer Analysis Laboratory

The Polymer Analysis Laboratory was established in 2005 and is recognized by BIS and accredited by NABL. The laboratory specializes in testing and evaluation of automotive rubber, plastic, polymer, and allied components as per ASTM, AIS, JIS, ISO, IS, and ASRTU standards.

Major Testing Services

• Tyre tubes, flaps, valves, curing bags, and envelopes
• Cylinder head gaskets, rubber gaskets, paper gaskets, asbestos/non-asbestos/MLS gaskets
• Windshield glazing and rubber sealing components
• PU sealants and rubber adhesives
• Tyre retreading materials and tyre repair patches
• Radiator fans, mounting bushes, centre joint bushes, Delrin bushes
• Brake chamber diaphragms, O-rings, sealing rings, injectors, and other rubber/polymer products

Core Testing Capabilities

Standards & Specifications

Testing is conducted as per relevant ASTM, IS, ISO, AIS, JIS, and ASRTU standards, including:

• ASTM D6370, D297, D412, D471, D573, D624, D2240, D5289, D5963, D1149
• IS 3400 Series, IS 13098, IS 9081, IS 9168, IS 15523, IS 15524, IS 15725, IS 15753
• ISO 2781 and other applicable specifications

Departmental Strengths

• BIS Recognized and NABL Accredited Laboratory
• Specialized expertise in automotive rubber and polymer testing / characterization
• Comprehensive testing facilities under one roof
• Capability to test products as per national and international standards
• Experienced technical manpower
• Reliable and accurate testing through calibrated instruments
• Experienced technical professionals for specialized automotive component testing

Polymer Analysis Lab Test Equipment List

Photometry Laboratory

Photometry Laboratory

Photometry Laboratory is ISO:17025 (NABL) accredited laboratory having state-of-the-art test facilities for all testing, development & certification requirements of Automotive Lighting & Light Signalling Devices including Rear View Mirror, Retro Reflector and Retro Reflective Tape as per National & International standards such as AIS, IS, ECE, EEC, etc.

The Photometry Laboratory has the following sophisticated equipment:

Sophisticated Equipments

• Photo-goniometer & Retroreflection System (LMT make) for photometry and colourimetry
• Integrating Spheres
• Spectrometer for UV radiation for halogen lamps, and intensity & colour measurement for LEDs
• Reflectance and Transmittance Tester
• Colour Spectrometer for warning triangles and reflective tapes
• Bending Tester for mirror
• Impact Tester for mirror

Testing Machines

• Photo-Goniometer with Colourimeter & Retroreflection Measuring System

• Reflectance and Transmittance Measurement System

• Spectro-Photometer

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Structural Dynamics Laboratory

ROTARY

The Structural Dynamics Laboratory (SDL), operational since 2009, is a specialized testing facility providing comprehensive servo-hydraulic testing solutions for components, systems, and sub-assemblies across multidisciplinary engineering sectors. The laboratory supports manufacturers, developers, and research organizations with a strong focus on quality, reliability, and regulatory compliance.

SDL conducts testing in accordance with ASRTU, AIS, ISO, and other applicable national and international standards. In addition to conformity assessment, the laboratory undertakes developmental and customized testing as per customer-defined requirements or specified standards, enabling effective support during product development, validation, and design optimization stages.

The laboratory is equipped with advanced MTS make servo-hydraulic test systems, ensuring precise load control, high accuracy, and repeatability. The major infrastructure includes.

• Rotary servo-hydraulic actuator with a torque capacity of 11 kNm
• Linear servo-hydraulic actuators with load capacities ranging from 6 kN to 150 kN

Key Capabilities

• Static and Dynamic servo-hydraulic testing
• Strength, Durability, and Functional performance evaluation
• Developmental and validation testing
• Customized test setup and fixture development
• Testing as per national, international, and customer-specific standards

Industries Served

• Automotive and auto components
• Railways and transportation systems
• Heavy engineering and industrial equipment
• Construction and infrastructure components
• Agricultural and off-highway machinery
• General mechanical and manufacturing industries

With its robust infrastructure, experienced technical manpower, and adherence to established testing standards, the Structural Dynamics Laboratory functions as a reliable testing and development partner, contributing to enhanced safety, durability, and performance of engineered components across industries.

Structural Dynamics Laboratory (SDL)

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Environmental Laboratory

Weather-Ometer

Our organization specializes in testing & certification of automotive components of vehicles. Last 30 years Environmental lab supporting to automotive industries for their development, research and certification of automotive components such as Safety Glass, Automotive Paint, Plywood, Seat Assembly, Aluminum Window, Upholstery Material, Foam etc. for vehicles.

MAJOR TEST CAPABILITIES

• Upholstery Material
• Safety Glass
• Automotive Paint
• Polyurethane Foam
• Plywood
• Seat Assembly
• Aluminum Window
• Flammability Material

Test Equipments

• Xenon Arc Weather-Ometer Ci 4000 & Ci 5000 (Atlas Make)
• UV Chamber UV 2000
• Haze Meter
• Abrading Instrument
• Humidity Chamber
• Tensile Testing Machine
• Horizontal Flammability Chamber
• Vertical Flammability Chamber
• Melting Behaviour Test Apparatus

Testing Machines

• Horizontal Flammability Chamber

• Humidity Chamber

• Pvc Flexing Machine

• Xenon Arc Weather – O Meter Ci – 4000 & Ci – 5000 (Atlas Make)

• Uv Weather-O-Meter Uv 2000 (Atlas Make)

• Vertical Flammability Chamber

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Petroleum Laboratory

Coefficient of Reflection

Petroleum laboratory can undertake testing of fuels, lubricating oils, greases, engine coolants, brake fluid, CNG & LPG kits and other petroleum products.

Main Tests Performed

Petroleum Lab

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Metallurgical Laboratory

Universal testing machine

Metallurgy Laboratory is a NABL-accredited testing facility providing reliable and accurate material testing services in accordance with national and international standards. We specialize in Mechanical and Metallurgical testing including Hardness Testing, Tensile Testing, and Microstructure Examination for ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The laboratory is equipped with advanced testing facilities including an imported Leica Metallurgical Microscope with motorized stage and image analysis software (50X–1000X) for detailed metallographic examination. Our experienced technical team follows stringent quality control procedures under ISO/IEC 17025 guidelines to maintain the highest standards of testing and reliability.

Major products are tested at Metallurgical Lab are as follows:

• Clutch Cover Assy., Clutch Repair Kit and various Clutch Parts
• Propeller Shaft Assembly and its various Parts
• King Pin Repair Kit, Tie Rod End Assy.
• Water Pump Assembly
• Brake Drum & Hub, Cylinder Liner, Spring Bracket
• Aluminium Sheet & Sections, ERW Square & Round Tubes, MS Sheet & Sections

Testing Machines

• Automatic Rockwell Hardness Tester

• Brinell cum Vickers Hardness Tester

• Metallurgical Microscope with Image Analyser

• Micro Hardness Tester with Motorized Stage

• Rockwell Hardness Tester

• Stereo Microscope and Image Analyzer

• Universal Hardness Tester

• Universal Tensile Testing Machine

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Chemical Laboratory

Spark OES Analyzer SPECTROMAXx

Chemical laboratory undertakes chemical analysis of ferrous and non-ferrous materials.

Test Facilities Available

• Direct reading spectrophotometer
• Electrochemical analyser

Testing Machines

• Spark OES Analyzer—Spark OES Spectro Maxx M10

• Electrochemical Analyser

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Virtual Simulation Laboratory

AIS 029 Cabin Rear Wall Test

Virtual Simulation Laboratory

• Evaluation of
  • Strength of Bus Superstructure (Rollover Test) as per AIS:031/ AIS:119 / AIS:052 (Clause 6.1) / ECE R66 / ECE R107
  • Bus Stability Angle determination as per AIS:052 (Clause 6.2) / ECE R107
  • Lateral Protection Device (LPD) as per IS:14682
  • Natural Frequency (Modal Analysis) of Bus Superstructure as per AIS:153
  • Strength of Cab of Commercial Vehicle (Front Impact Test, Roof & Rear Wall Strength Test) as per AIS:029 (Part A, B & C) / ECE R29
  • Analysis of Front Underrun Protection Device (FUPD) as per AIS:069
  • Analysis of Rear Underrun Protection Device (RUPD) as per IS:14812
  • Analysis of Truck Load Body Strength as per AIS:093
  • Trailers as per AIS:113
• FOPS Evaluation as per IS/ISO:3449
• ROPS Evaluation as per IS/ISO:3471, IS:11821 Part-II, EU-1322/2014
• Car Crash test analysis as per AIS:197, AIS:098, AIS:099
• Airbag, Seat belt modelling & Full vehicle crash analysis
• Analysis & simulation of electrical components, braking of powertrain & transmission
• Evaluation of Bus Superstructure Design as per MoUD UBS-II Requirements
• Any other FEA testing requirement as per National/ International Standard which comes into force regarding Computer simulation.

Virtual Simulation Lab- Finite Element Analysis Lab (FEA) Lab

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