Aerospace and Mil-Std Defense Testing

We build test chambers to help manufacturers save lives. Environmental test chambers are used in the aerospace and defense industries to test that components and products making them more robust & reliable because people rely on these products every day to keep them safe. From guidance systems, aviation electronics, cables & harnesses to satellites & more, we supply a wide range of products to meet these testing needs.

Chambers are designed to meet a variety of Mil-Std test specifications such as Mil-Std 810, Mil-Std 883 and other military testing requirements. Our chambers may also be designed to meeting the RTCA DO-160 environmental testing conditions for airborne equipment. We are also capable of building custom-designed test chambers to meet your specific application needs.

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Defense Mil-Std Testing

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Walk-in chamber testing 400-pound metal alloy aerospace components at extreme low temperatures

A global aerospace and defense manufacturer required a custom solution to test 400-lb metal alloy aircraft components at temperatures as low as −130°F (−90°C). The chamber was engineered to support heavy-load testing, rapid temperature recovery, flexible interior configurations, and durable construction for high-cycle production environments—ensuring reliable performance in extreme aerospace conditions.

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Custom walk-in environmental test chamber for lithium-ion battery testing in electric aircraft applications

When BETA Technologies required a custom environmental test solution for its lithium-ion battery cell pack prototype, CSZ engineered two welded walk-in chambers tailored for electric aircraft R&D. The chambers simulate altitude, temperature, and humidity conditions experienced during takeoff, flight, and landing—while incorporating a comprehensive safety package to manage thermal runaway risks, including gas monitoring, fire suppression, and explosion-resistant components.

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Temperature cycling chamber for NASA Orion spacecraft testing

When Lockheed Martin required a large-scale environmental test solution for NASA’s Orion spacecraft, CSZ engineered a custom temperature cycling chamber to support critical acceptance testing. The chamber exposes the spacecraft to extreme temperature conditions to verify functionality and identify potential defects, featuring over 15,000 cubic feet of workspace, a temperature range of -20°F to +220°F, heavy-duty load capacity, and a custom cooling system—delivering a high-performance solution for this mission-critical aerospace program.

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Drive-in environmental test chamber for U.S. Army vehicle and radar system testing

When the U.S. Army required a large-scale environmental test solution for vehicle and radar system validation, CSZ engineered a custom drive-in chamber capable of simulating extreme temperature conditions. Designed to accommodate a full semitruck system, the chamber cycles from -35°F to +120°F under high live load conditions, featuring over 33,000 cubic feet of workspace, advanced refrigeration systems, and integrated control and equipment rooms—delivering a robust solution for mission-critical defense testing.

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