Compact Salt Spray Chambers: Ideal for Lab-Scale Corrosion Evaluations

Shanghai – TOBO GROUP, a pioneer in sustainable lab technology, is proud to launch the EcoEnergi Low-Power Salt Spray Tester—an energy-saving corrosion testing system engineered to cut power consumption while maintaining lab-grade accuracy, addressing the growing demand for green lab solutions among environmentally conscious enterprises, academic institutions, and certification bodies. Unlike traditional salt spray testers that consume 800–1200W of continuous power (driving high utility costs and carbon footprints), this platform operates at just 350–500W (a 35–55% reduction) and uses eco-friendly materials and waste-reduction features—critical for teams aiming to meet sustainability goals (e.g., LEED lab certification, corporate carbon neutrality targets) without compromising testing reliability.
At the core of the EcoEnergi is its Intelligent Energy Optimization Engine, which dynamically adjusts power usage based on real-time test needs without sacrificing performance. The engine includes three key energy-saving features: an auto-sleep mode that reduces power to 50W when the chamber is idle (e.g., between test batches) but reactivates instantly when a new test starts; dynamic heating control that uses a variable-speed heater (instead of a constant-on heating element) to maintain target temperatures (35–50°C), cutting heating-related energy use by 40%; and smart fog generation that modulates nozzle output based on chamber humidity levels—delivering only the required amount of salt mist to avoid overconsumption. A university materials science lab using the EcoEnergi reported that monthly energy costs for corrosion testing dropped by $180 (compared to their old tester), and the lab’s annual carbon footprint from equipment use decreased by 0.6 tons—helping them qualify for a regional green research grant. The engine also syncs with building energy management systems, letting facilities teams monitor and optimize the tester’s power use alongside other lab equipment.
Complementing the energy-saving engine is the Sustainable Build & Waste Reduction Design, which minimizes environmental impact throughout the product lifecycle. The tester’s chamber is constructed from 75% recycled 316L stainless steel (reducing raw material extraction), and its outer casing uses plant-based bioplastics (instead of petroleum-based plastics) for non-critical components. The system also includes a closed-loop salt solution recycling module that filters and reuses up to 80% of the salt spray solution—cutting water and salt waste by nearly 2/3 compared to traditional testers, which require full solution replacement after each test. For labs handling hazardous corrosion media (e.g., acidic salt solutions), an optional waste neutralization kit pre-treats used solution to meet local wastewater discharge standards, eliminating the need for external waste disposal services. A consumer goods company with a zero-waste target used this kit and recycling module to reduce their corrosion testing waste by 72% in six months, aligning with their corporate sustainability report goals. The tester’s packaging is also 100% recyclable and uses no single-use plastics, further reducing its environmental footprint.
Real-world applications across sustainable-focused sectors underscore the system’s value: A green manufacturing firm testing eco-friendly metal coatings used the EcoEnergi to align their testing processes with their product sustainability claims, showcasing the tester’s low energy use in client presentations. A global certification body integrated the tester into its “sustainable product testing” program, offering reduced certification fees to clients who use low-power testing equipment. An architectural firm specializing in green buildings used the EcoEnergi to validate corrosion-resistant steel for a net-zero-energy office tower, ensuring both the material and the testing process met the project’s sustainability standards.
“EcoEnergi proves that ‘green’ and ‘high-performance’ don’t have to be opposites,” said TOBO GROUP’s Sustainable Lab Solutions Director. “Labs today want to reduce their environmental impact, but they can’t afford to compromise on test accuracy. This system lets them do both—cutting energy use, waste, and costs while getting the reliable corrosion data they need.”
For more information about the EcoEnergi Low-Power Salt Spray Tester, including energy efficiency metrics, sustainable material specs, and waste reduction features, visit Info@botomachine.com.