Clark Testing

Clark Dynamic Test Laboratory | Pittsburgh, PA

Located in Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania, Clark Testing’s Dynamic Test Laboratory provides specialized mechanical, environmental, and electromagnetic testing services for manufacturers developing and qualifying equipment for demanding operating environments.

Our laboratory supports aerospace, defense, nuclear power, rail and transportation, automotive, and industrial manufacturers with testing programs designed to evaluate product performance, durability, and compliance with applicable industry standards. From prototype development through formal equipment qualification, our experienced technical personnel help customers validate products under simulated operating conditions.

Testing Capabilities

Clark Testing’s Jefferson Hills Dynamic Test Laboratory brings together multiple testing disciplines to support comprehensive product validation and equipment qualification programs.

Our capabilities include seismic testing, vibration testing, mechanical shock testing, environmental simulation, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC/EMI), and propulsion system testing. These services help manufacturers evaluate how products respond to mechanical stresses, environmental exposure, and electromagnetic disturbances.

With multiple testing capabilities available at one location, customers can coordinate complex qualification programs involving several testing methods and performance requirements.

Industries Served

Aerospace and Space

Aerospace and space equipment must withstand demanding mechanical and environmental conditions throughout transportation, launch, and operation. Clark Testing supports manufacturers and suppliers with vibration, shock, environmental, and electromagnetic compatibility testing to evaluate component durability, system performance, and equipment reliability.

Our laboratory works with customers developing aerospace components, electronic assemblies, control systems, and supporting equipment that must meet stringent performance and qualification requirements.

Defense and Naval Systems

Clark Testing provides specialized testing services for defense contractors, military equipment manufacturers, and naval suppliers. Our capabilities support the evaluation of equipment exposed to mechanical shock, vibration, temperature extremes, humidity, and electromagnetic interference.

The Jefferson Hills laboratory supports MIL-S-901D medium-weight shock testing, along with vibration and environmental qualification programs for military and shipboard equipment. These services help manufacturers demonstrate that their products can withstand demanding operational conditions.

Nuclear Power and Energy

Equipment used in nuclear power generation and other critical energy applications must maintain reliable performance under demanding environmental and mechanical conditions.

Clark Testing supports equipment manufacturers and suppliers with seismic qualification, vibration testing, environmental simulation, and specialized equipment qualification programs. Our services help customers evaluate equipment performance and demonstrate compliance with applicable industry standards and project specifications.

Rail and Transportation

Rail vehicles, transit systems, and transportation infrastructure experience continuous vibration, mechanical shock, and environmental exposure throughout their operating lives.

Our Jefferson Hills laboratory supports manufacturers of rail components, electronic systems, control equipment, and transportation assemblies with testing programs designed to evaluate durability, structural integrity, and operational reliability.

Automotive and Heavy Equipment

Automotive and heavy equipment manufacturers rely on mechanical and environmental testing to understand how products perform under demanding operating conditions.

Clark Testing provides vibration, shock, and environmental testing to support product development, design validation, and durability evaluations for components and assemblies used in automotive, commercial vehicle, and heavy equipment applications.

Industrial Manufacturing and Infrastructure

Industrial machinery, electrical equipment, control systems, and infrastructure components must withstand mechanical stresses, environmental exposure, and operational vibration.

Our laboratory supports manufacturers with specialized testing programs to evaluate equipment performance, identify potential design weaknesses, and validate products intended for demanding industrial environments.

MIL-STD-810 Environmental Qualification Testing

Clark Testing supports MIL-STD-810 environmental testing programs for military, aerospace, defense, and industrial equipment manufacturers.

MIL-STD-810 provides a framework for evaluating equipment under environmental conditions representative of its anticipated service life. Testing programs are developed around applicable methods, equipment specifications, and intended operating environments.

Our Jefferson Hills laboratory supports environmental and mechanical testing capabilities relevant to MIL-STD-810 qualification programs, including:

High- and low-temperature exposure
Temperature cycling and thermal shock
Humidity testing
Mechanical vibration
Mechanical shock
Other applicable environmental test methods based on equipment requirements

These programs help manufacturers evaluate equipment durability, identify potential failure mechanisms, and demonstrate performance under specified environmental conditions.

Product Development, Validation & Qualification

Clark Testing works with manufacturers throughout the product development and qualification process, from early engineering evaluations to formal testing against customer specifications and industry standards.

Our laboratory supports prototype evaluations, design verification, durability testing, qualification programs, and investigations involving equipment performance under simulated operating conditions.

By combining mechanical, environmental, and electromagnetic testing capabilities, Clark Testing helps customers coordinate multidisciplinary testing programs while reducing the complexity of working with multiple independent laboratories.

Specialized Testing Equipment & Technical Expertise

The Jefferson Hills Dynamic Test Laboratory houses specialized testing equipment designed to reproduce the mechanical stresses, environmental exposures, and electromagnetic conditions that products may encounter during transportation, installation, and operation.

Our experienced technical personnel work with customers to understand equipment configurations, testing objectives, applicable standards, and project-specific requirements.

Whether evaluating an individual component or supporting a complex equipment qualification program, Clark Testing provides the technical resources and laboratory capabilities needed to support reliable engineering decisions.

Supporting Manufacturers Across the Product Lifecycle

From initial design validation through production qualification and ongoing product improvement, Clark Testing helps manufacturers evaluate equipment reliability and performance.

Our Jefferson Hills laboratory combines specialized testing capabilities with decades of industry experience to support customers developing products for demanding applications across aerospace, defense, energy, transportation, and industrial markets.