Failure Analysis
with METL
METL provides In-Depth failure anlaysis services. All data is presented in detailed, comprehensive reports. Choosing METL for your failure needs includes support from engineering staff for any questions you may have along the way and even after the analysis is complete.
Microstructural Evaluation
Cross-section examinations can often provide the most useful data for failure analysis. Microstructure can help identify or rule out possible failure modes, material defects or surface effects as well as support the findings of other analyses like fractography and chemical analysis.
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View MetallurgyChemical Analysis
Ensuring that a material meets design requirements is always a good first step. Chemical analysis can rule out the possibility that a vendor supplied the wrong material.
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High magnification imaging can reveal evidence of failure modes. Wear, cracking, fretting, and pitting can also be categorized with the help of SEM.
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View Scanning Electron MicroscopyEnergy Dispersive X-Ray Spectroscopy (EDS)
EDS can detect elements from corrosive chemicals and compounds. Contaminants, individual particles and phases can also be scanned to provide evidence of how components failed.
Energy Dispersive X-Ray Spectroscopy (EDS)
EDS can detect elements from corrosive chemicals and compounds. Contaminants, individual particles and phases can also be scanned to provide evidence of how components failed.
Fractography
METL can perform detailed fractography optically and with SEM. Fracture surfaces can be investigated for macro- and microscopic indicators that reveal failure modes such as fatigue, ductile overload, or brittle fracture.
Fractography
METL can perform detailed fractography optically and with SEM. Fracture surfaces can be investigated for macro- and microscopic indicators that reveal failure modes such as fatigue, ductile overload, or intergranular fracture.
Mechanical Testing
Confirming the strength of a material can be a critical start for a failure investigation.
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Why METL
We provide third-party testing to ensure viability and reliability
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