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Tech: How Mustang Tests Inflatables

September 25, 2025

Mustang Survival’s innovation hub in Vancouver was established in 1989. The Waterlife Studio (originally M.E.T.A. Research) was built as our research and development division, complete with a manufacturing center, innovative prototyping facilities, a science lab to study human physiology and materials, and a pool to test gear in real-life scenarios.

Over the years, the testing and prototyping that takes place at Waterlife Studio has revolutionized the design and construction of our marine equipment and clothing. 

The company’s online resource ‘Behind the Seahorse’ is an insider’s look at the innovative processes that make Mustang Survival unique. From cutting-edge fabrics to advanced inflation technologies, join us for a deep dive behind the scenes of our product development journey.

Episode 5 provides a detailed explanation of the testing of every  life vest.  It’s a laborious process and may remind you of fixing a bike tire, but with high tech tools.

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