Testing & Validation

We don’t rely on assumptions. We rely on testing.

At I-Valo, every product undergoes systematic testing and validation to confirm structural integrity, electrical reliability and operational performance under demanding conditions. Through controlled laboratory testing and real-world simulation — including vibration, environmental and endurance testing — we ensure our luminaires meet the highest standards of durability and long lifecycle performance.

Every luminaire is tested for both operational performance and enclosure integrity before shipping, guaranteeing quality and reliability in the field.

IP Testing

Every I-Valo luminaire is designed to perform in real industrial conditions — including exposure to dust, moisture and harsh environments. IP testing (Ingress Protection testing) verifies how well a product’s enclosure keeps out solid particles and liquids.

By undergoing rigorous IP testing according to international standards, our luminaires demonstrate their ability to withstand demanding conditions without compromising performance or safety. In simple terms: the higher the IP rating, the tougher the protection — and the more confidently you can rely on your lighting, even in challenging applications.

IK Testing

Industrial lighting must not only work — it must survive. IK testing measures how well a luminaire withstands mechanical shocks and impacts, such as those caused by tools, vehicles or accidental hits in demanding environments.

Each I-Valo luminaire is subjected to controlled impact resistance tests in accordance with international IK standards, ensuring that its housing, lens and internal components stay intact even under force. In practical terms: a higher IK rating means better protection against knocks, bumps and collisions — so your lighting keeps performing, even when conditions are tough.

Seismic Testing

In critical environments, lighting must remain secure and operational even under extreme vibration or sudden structural movement. Seismic testing simulates the forces generated by earthquakes and heavy mechanical stress to verify the structural integrity of the luminaire and its mounting system.

For special projects and selected luminaire models, I-Valo performs controlled vibration and multi-directional load testing to validate performance under demanding dynamic conditions. Such testing has been carried out, for example, for luminaire types supplied to nuclear power plants, where structural reliability and operational continuity are essential.

In practice, seismic testing ensures that lighting remains securely in place and continues to perform — when stability matters most.

Salt Spray Testing

Certain industrial environments significantly increase corrosion risk. Chemical exposure, mechanical abrasion, continuous condensation, high temperatures and combined stresses place exceptional demands on protective coatings.

Applications such as refineries, electroplating plants, pulp mills and water treatment facilities require corrosion protection systems designed to perform reliably under the most aggressive conditions.

Salt spray testing (salt fog testing) evaluates a product’s resistance to corrosion in aggressive environments, such as coastal areas, heavy industry and chemically demanding conditions. During the test, the luminaire is exposed to a controlled saline mist for an extended period to simulate long-term exposure to corrosive atmospheres.

I-Valo luminaires are polyester-coated according to corrosion category C5, ensuring excellent durability and long-term protection even in highly corrosive industrial and marine environments.

No corrosion or blistering of the coating was observed in any of the salt spray tested samples, even after 1440 hours of testing.

Lighting That Refuses to Fail

Engineered for robustness. Proven by endurance. Trusted in the field.

We wanted to see what our luminaires are truly capable of. So we subjected one to extreme treatment for an entire day, pushing it in every possible way.

To simulate severe impact scenarios — such as those that could occur in a mining tunnel — we repeatedly threw a bucket full of large stones onto the luminaire. We even exposed it to open flames for more than 10 minutes.

After all this abuse, the luminaire was still fully operational. The cover glass had darkened due to the heat, but it could be restored simply by wiping it clean. There was no mechanical damage to the housing.

▶️ Watch the extreme endurance test in action