Materials Analysis and Characterization

We perform sampling and analysis of materials to determine their composition, mechanical, and physical properties.

• Plastics
• Metals including metal powders
• Chemicals including oxidizers
• Waste streams
• Liquids
• Corrosion
• Gaseous decomposition
• Particle-size distribution and morphology
• Analysis of unknowns

Product Evaluation

We evaluate products', chemicals', and materials' responses to normal and abnormal thermal, electrical, and mechanical use or abuse conditions.

• Metallurgical failure analysis
• In-process and in-service failures
• Thermal abuse
• Root-cause and potential failure modes
• Reaction to heat, elevated temperatures, and fire
• Chemical reactivity

Examples include

• Lithium-based batteries, cells, and devices
• Energized line cords, fuses, and electrical devices and appliances
• Residential and commercial plumbing components
• Residential and commercial appliances
• Vehicles (collision and non-collision, fire and non-fire related) including cruise deactivation switches
• Natural gas and LP gas distribution components and appliances
• Hazardous materials evaluation