Element Materials Technology operates more than 30 laboratories in the U.S. and Europe, providing materials testing, product development and qualification testing, and failure analysis and consulting for nearly every industry worldwide.
Element Materials Technology experts help you achieve your quality and regulatory goals with enormous capacity, quick turnaround times, accurate and easy-to-read reports, and certified results. Our accredited and state-of-the-art laboratories are designed to accommodate your most stringent project specifications, most challenging production schedules, and most complex government regulations. Our experienced engineers, materials scientists, chemists, and technicians will get your job done right the first time.
Services
Element Materials Technology materials engineering and testing services add value to any phase of a project or product lifecycle. From initial design through manufacturing and field maintenance, Element experts perform thorough investigations that yield valuable information to optimize processes and product performance and add value to your business.
Materials Testing
Element Materials Technology offers analytical services for a wide range of materials used in a variety of industries and applications. These include chemical analysis, mechanical testing, and metallurgical analysis and metallography. Element experts are also experienced in the testing of polymers, such as plastics, rubbers, elastomers, paint/coatings, adhesives, lubricants, and organic chemicals; and dimensional inspections, including first article inspections, reverse engineering, mold qualifications, and process capability studies.
Product Qualification and Development Testing
Element operates laboratories that specialize in customized testing for manufacturers in biomedical, aerospace, military, defense, automotive, architecture/construction, and other industries. Our capabilities include hydraulic and pneumatic testing, environmental simulation, EMI and EMC testing, fire and flammability testing, and much more.
Nondestructive Testing
From visual inspections to radiographic techniques, ultrasonic evaluations to mold qualifications, methods, Element Materials Technology offers a comprehensive portfolio of nondestructive testing and inspection services that work to optimize production and assure the quality of finished products in the lab or in the field.
Failure Analysis & Consulting
Element experts conduct in-depth investigations and analysis to determine the root cause of part and assembly failures and identify the means for preventing future problems. Working quickly, thoroughly, and using the latest analytical equipment and materials characterization techniques, Element provides clear answers that ultimately deliver bottom-line results. Our services include: Fatigue Testing, Fractography, Expert Witness Services, Manufacturing Processes Evaluation, Corrosion Consulting, Reverse Engineering, Corrosion Testing, Residue Analysis, Polymers & Advanced Materials Failure Analysis, Product Design Evaluation, Materials Selection, Onsite Investigations, and Welding Studies
Calibration
Our calibration laboratories located in Europe are specialized in the calibration of pressure, temperature, humidity, electrical, geometric and mechanical instruments. A wide range, high accuracy and short turnaround time are part of our service. All calibrations are traceable to national and international standards and certificates are provided to support this.
Construction Materials Engineering
The professional engineers and certified technicians at Element provide sampling and testing services for a full range of construction materials and processes, including concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and soil. Element is also a recognized leader in geotechnical engineering and testing services, offering comprehensive analytical and consultative support.
Surface Treatment
When properly selected and applied, thermally sprayed coatings, such as ceramic, metal, and/or polymer, can help to minimize or even avert common parts failure. Element offers a full-range of thermally sprayed surface treatments that work to extend the life of your parts and, ultimately, maximize the efficiency of your processes.
Consultancy Services
Element Materials Technology engineers and scientists often look beyond test results to explore why failures or problems occurred and then determine how they can be resolved. In addition, our comprehensive consultancy services can help facilitate the development of your products/processes, optimizing production efficiency and shortening time to market.
Welding Engineering
Element laboratories maintain CWI and CWEng-certified staff experienced in all aspects of ferrous, nonferrous, polymer properties and welding requirements. Our range of weld testing services includes: Welder Training and Procedure Qualification, Development of Weld Procedures, Weld Failure Analysis, Weld Quality Analysis, Weld Repairs, and Weld Machine Calibration.
Quality
At Element, quality is our job--and that includes our customers' quality programs and goals. Our laboratories are supported by a dedicated team of Quality Manager who continually audit, assess, and improve our processes and procedures. Some of accreditations and approvals include ISO 17025, Nadcap, A2LA, AAMA, TÜV America, as well as commercial approvals from companies like Lockheed Martin, GM, Verizon, Boeing, Honeywell, Honda, Westinghouse, and Bell Helicopter.
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