Articles Tagged with ''materials analysis''

Tin-based heat stabilizers have long been the gold standard in North America for processing rigid and semi-rigid polyvinyl chloride (PVC) applications such as profiles, siding, and pipes. 

For decades, the metals testing industry has relied on extensometers to measure material deformation and ensure product quality.

NSL Analytical Services, a leading accredited provider of analytical, mechanical, and metallurgical testing services, has acquired Rocky Mountain Testing Solutions.

High-quality FIB-cut faces are essential for accurate analysis in materials research, supporting reliable imaging, defect detection, and cross-sectional studies.

Gigacasting, or megacasting, is revolutionizing automotive manufacturing by providing substantial cost and efficiency benefits. When combined with a high percentage of recycled feedstock, gigacasting can support circular economy goals by increasing recycled content in vehicles.

Universal testing machines (UTMs) play a vital role in various industries, applying tensile and compression forces to evaluate materials. UTMs ensure quality standards are met, showcasing their versatility in maintaining product integrity across diverse sectors.

Additive manufacturing (AM), or 3D printing, is crucial for producing complex, accurate parts with minimal waste. Ensuring the quality of raw materials and finished metal parts is essential for its success. This paper emphasizes the need for compositional analysis and strict quality control in AM.

In aerospace, lightweighting is crucial for fuel efficiency, range, and emissions. Material analysis and technology advancements offer weight reduction without sacrificing performance or safety.

This article provides a brief introduction to a dynamic micro-indention measurement technique which can be useful to characterize materials that are hard to analyze using the well-known Vickers and Knoop measurements described in ASTM E364.

The product range includes coordinate measuring machines, optical and multi-sensor systems as well as metrology software for the automotive, aircraft, mechanical engineering, plastics and medical technology industries.