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ABIC Testing Laboratories, Inc. has served brake fluid manufacturers for over 40 years. We are your trusted partner for brake fluid testing.

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UNPARALLELED EXPERTISE

ABIC Testing Laboratories is a leading provider of third-party brake fluid testing services, including quality assurance, quality control, and standard compliance. Since 1994, ABIC Testing Laboratories, a subsidiary of ABIC International Consultants, has been the only DOT-approved contractor providing brake fluid testing services to U.S. and international clients. We are certified by the Automotive Manufacturer Equipment Compliance Agency (AMECA), and our staff serves on the board of the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Brake Fluids Standards committee.

TURN-KEY AND CUSTOM SOLUTIONS

We offer turn-key solutions that allow you to conduct product testing and meet the Department of Transportation and AMECA’s standard, international standards, or manufacturer’s specifications, as well as maintain product quality and recertify your brake fluid products.

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OUR STORY

For over 40 years, we have provided technical services to the automotive industry, the U.S. government, local and international clients. Our staff members started testing brake fluid in 1964.

In 1968 our staff worked directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) on the development of the original FMVSS-116 method, which was later published in 1972. That was the first year FMVSS 116 standard was required on all brake fluid sold in the U.S. This standard is still required on all brake fluid. Since 1980, we have worked with the DOT continuously on testing brake fluid.

Leonard Mackowiak, Vice President of ABIC Testing Laboratories, was a vice-chairman of the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Brake Fluid Standards Committee.

Our company was contracted and developed a standard brake fluid for the U.S. Army.

We continue to evolve as a company, drawing upon our staff’s experience and expanding our knowledge base and expertise while maintaining the integrity and capabilities to deliver qualified independent results. Give us the opportunity, and we will become your trusted brake fluid testing partner.

why choose us

Trusted by the U.S. Department of Transportation

AMECA Certified Lab

Unparalleled Expertise and Turn-Key Solutions

Competitive Pricing

Comprehensive Reliability Systems To Ensure Test Accuracy

Fast Turnaround

Tests We Perform

Complete Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 116

DOT 3, DOT 4, DOT 5 or DOT 5.1

Tests included:

  • Original Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • Wet Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • Viscosity @-40°F (-40°C) and @212°F (100°C)
  • pH
  • High Temperature Stability
  • Chemical Stability
  • Corrosion with 5 % water
  • Fluidity and Appearance at Low Temperatures
  • Compatibility
  • Water Tolerance
  • Oxidation
  • Rubber Swell (SRB cups)
  • Stroke Test
  • Color
  • Product Label Compliance
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1703

Tests included:

  • Original Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • Wet Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • Viscosity @-40°F (-40°C) and @212°F (100°C)
  • pH
  • High Temperature Stability
  • Chemical Stability
  • Corrosion with 5 % water
  • Corrosion with no water
  • Fluidity and Appearance at Low Temperatures
  • Compatibility
  • Water Tolerance
  • Oxidation
  • Rubber Swell (SRB cups)
  • Rubber Swell (EPDM rubber)
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1704

Tests included:

  • Original Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • Wet Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • Viscosity @-40°F (-40°C) and @212°F (100°C)
  • pH
  • High Temperature Stability
  • Chemical Stability
  • Corrosion with 5 % water
  • Corrosion with no water
  • Fluidity and Appearance at Low Temperatures
  • Compatibility
  • Water Tolerance
  • Oxidation
  • Rubber Swell (SRB cups)
  • Rubber Swell (EPDM rubber)
Japanese Industrial Standard (JIS) K 2233 (Class 3, 4, 5, 6)

Tests included:

  • Original Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • Wet Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • Viscosity @-40°F (-40°C) and @212°F (100°C)
  • pH
  • High Temperature Stability
  • Chemical Stability
  • Corrosion with 5 % water
  • Fluidity and Appearance at Low Temperatures
  • Compatibility
  • Water Tolerance
  • Oxidation
  • Rubber Swell (SRB cups)
  • Rubber Swell (EPDM rubber)
  • Stroke Test
International Standards Organization (ISO) 4925 (Class 3, 4, 5-1, 6, 7)

Tests included:

  • Original Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • Wet Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • Viscosity @-40°F (-40°C) and @212°F (100°C)
  • pH
  • High Temperature Stability
  • Chemical Stability
  • Corrosion with 5 % water
  • Fluidity and Appearance at Low Temperatures
  • Compatibility
  • Water Tolerance
  • Oxidation
  • Rubber Swell (SRB cups)
  • Rubber Swell (EPDM rubber)
Military Specification (MIL) B-46176A

Tests included:

  • Original Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • Wet Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • Viscosity @-67°F (-55°C) and @212°F (100°C)
  • Viscosity @-67°F (-55°C) and @212°F (100°C): (humidified)
  • Flash Point
  • High Temperature Stability
  • Chemical Stability
  • Corrosion (humidified)
  • Fluidity and Appearance at Low Temperatures
  • Compatibility
  • Water Tolerance
  • Oxidation
  • Rubber Swell (SRB cups)
  • Rubber Swell (EPDM rubber)
  • Rubber Swell (Natural rubber)
  • Stroke Test
Ford Motor Company Standard WSS-M6C65-A1/A2/A3, Draft 12

Tests included:

  • Original Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • Wet Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • Wet Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point ( 3% water added)
  • Color
  • Viscosity @-40°F (-40°C) and @212°F (100°C)
  • % Mineral Oil Content
  • % Water Content
  • pH
  • High Temperature Stability
  • Chemical Stability
  • Corrosion with 5 % water
  • Corrosion without water
  • Thermal Stability Corrosion with 5% water
  • Thermal Stability Corrosion without water
  • Fluidity and Appearance at Low Temperatures (-40C and (-50C)
  • Compatibility
  • Water Tolerance
  • Oxidation
  • Rubber Swell (SRB cups & EPDM)
  • Stroke Test
General Motors (GM) GMW3356-DOT 4

Tests included:

  • Boron Content
  • Color
  • Flash Point (COC)
  • Original Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • Wet Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • % Water Content upon delivery
  • pH
  • Kinematic Viscosity @-40°F (-40°C), 68°F (20ωC) and @212°F (100°C)
  • High Temperature Stability
  • Chemical Stability
  • Fluidity and Appearance at Low Temperatures (-40°C and (-50°C)
  • Water Tolerance
  • Oxidation
  • Rubber Swell (SRB cups & EPDM)
  • Compatibility
  • Simulated Service Performance (Stroking Test Properties)
  • Reserve Alkalinity (RA)
  • Reserve Alkalinity (RA) Retention
    • After Oxidation Procedure
    • After Volatization Procedure
  • Elastomer Compatibility after Aging
  • Hydrogen Evolution
  • Corrosion with 5 % water plus 25 ppm chloride
  • Bench Tests: Preparation of 2 Liters of Aged Brake Fluid plus Stroking Test Properties
  • Squeak Testing: Performed by GM only
  • Brake Component Testing: Performed by GM only
  • Fleet Testing: Performed by GM only
General Motors (GM) GMW16072-DOT 3

Tests included:

  • Color
  • Flash Point (COC)
  • Original Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • Wet Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • pH
  • Kinematic Viscosity @-40°F (-40°C), 122°F (50°C) and @212°F (100°C)
  • High Temperature Stability
  • Chemical Stability
  • Fluidity and Appearance at Low Temperatures (-40°C and (-50°C)
  • Water Tolerance
  • Oxidation
  • Rubber Swell (SRB cups & EPDM)
  • Compatibility
  • Simulated Service Performance (Stroking Test Properties)
  • Reserve Alkalinity (RA)
  • Reserve Alkalinity (RA) Retentation
    • After Oxidation Procedure
    • After Volatization Procedure
  • Corrosion with 5 % water plus 25 ppm chloride
  • Bench Tests: Preparation of 2 Liters of Aged Brake Fluid plus Stroke Test Properties
  • Squeak Testing: Performed by GM only
  • Brake Component Testing: Performed by GM only
  • Fleet Testing: Performed by GM only
Norma Brasileira ABNT NBR 9292

Tests included:

  • Original Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • Wet Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • Viscosity @-40°F (-40ωC) and @212°F (100°C)
  • pH
  • High Temperature Stability
  • Chemical Stability
  • Corrosion with 5 % water
  • Fluidity and Appearance at Low Temperatures
  • Compatibility
  • Water Tolerance
  • Evaporation
  • Oxidation
  • Rubber Swell (SRB cups)
  • Stroke Test
  • Color
Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 116

Tests included:

  • Original Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • Wet Equilibrium Reflux Boiling Point
  • Viscosity @-40°F (-40°C) and @212°F (100°C)
  • pH
  • High Temperature Stability
  • Chemical Stability
  • Corrosion with 5% water
  • Fluidity and Appearance at Low Temperatures
  • Compatibility
  • Water Tolerance
  • Oxidation
  • Rubber Swell (SRB cups)
  • Stroke Test
  • Color
Custom and Non-Standard Tests