Service announcements from M+P Labs

Material Testing Services

Uniquely equipped to help you select and characterize materials, perform regulatory and specification testing, evaluate supplier quality, assess cleanliness, troubleshoot manufacturing issues, identify sources of contamination, determine the root causes for defects and develop next-gen products. We have extensive knowledge of materials, a wide array of analytical techniques, … (read more)

We have extensive experience evaluating materials used in orthopedic implants ranging from metals, ceramics and polymers to complex composites and coatings. Utilizing state-of-the-art analytical techniques, our materials experts are available to provide technical support during any stage of the life-cycle of a product. (read more)

We provide comprehensive polymer consultancy, characterization and testing services for medical device, pharmaceutical and packaging manufacturers. (read more)

M+P Labs provides alloy and process treatment verification, weld and braze evaluation, component specification testing and failure analysis of metallurgical components for demanding industries ranging from industrial equipment, power generation and aerospace to the intricate needs of medical devices. (read more)

M+P Labs provides failure analysis services to determine the root causes of component and equipment failures for metallic, polymeric, ceramic, biocompatible and composite materials for industries ranging from power generation to medical devices. Metallurgical, chemical, mechanical, thermal, electrical, surface and microstructural analyses are combined to identify complex failure modes... (read more)

M+P Labs performs a variety of mechanical tests to characterize the properties of a wide range of materials. Testing can be performed at temperatures ranging from highly elevated to sub-ambient. (read more)

M+P Labs performs chemical analysis, image analysis, thermal analysis, mechanical testing and electrical property characterization of polymers, composites and ceramics to qualify materials and components, troubleshoot processing issues and perform failure analysis for a wide variety of industries. (read more)

M+P Labs electron microprobe can quickly provide detailed information about a material's chemical composition, distribution of chemical constituents, microstructure and surface topography to study failures and features of interest in a wide variety of materials. This information can accelerate R&D, product development, process improvement and failure analysis. (read more)

M+P Labs performs electrical property testing and failure analysis on electrically insulating materials. (read more)

M+P Labs provides weld and braze evaluations, advises on welding/brazing techniques and materials, and performs operator qualification testing for test coupons and components for industries ranging from power generation and aerospace to the intricate needs of medical devices. (read more)

Thermal analysis techniques are used to determine melting and freezing points, glass transition temperatures, coefficients of thermal expansion, and deflection characteristics of various materials. They can also be used to determine weight loss versus temperature, percent composition of fillers, volatiles and moisture in materials, and much more. (read more)

M+P Labs specializes in evaluating turbine related hardware for the power generation and aerospace industries. We are intimately familiar with the materials, components, environments and failure mechanisms associated with these industries. We routinely provide material characterization for product development, specification testing for qualification of suppliers, and failure analysis ser... (read more)

Looking for an independent, reputable third-party to assess the current condition of any concrete structure? Want to know what caused premature deterioration of concrete, if refinishing is sufficient or if replacement is required? M+P Labs performs petrographic analysis to evaluate the integrity of concrete cores extracted from bridges, sidewalks, and floors … (read more)

Microscopy combined with digital photography allows macroscopic and microscopic images of materials to be captured and manipulated to observe defects, measure features and characterize the distribution of constituents that cannot be seen by the naked eye. We'll help you see what's really happening! (read more)

M+P Labs performs materials testing to verify the dimensional properties, chemical composition and mechanical strength of polymeric and metallic seals and o-rings to support the acceptance testing needs of many industries. All testing is performed in compliance with ISO 17025, 10CFR50 Appendix B (nuclear), and Nadcap (aerospace) quality requirements. Services include failure analysis... (read more)

M+P Labs performs acceptance testing of tapes of which may include verifying the chemical, mechanical, electrical, thermal or microstructural material properties of a wide variety of tapes. Examples of the types of tape we routinely test include rubber splicing, glass cloth, acrylic foam coated, vinyl, electrical, suppressor, polyester, composite, multi-layered and superconducting tapes. (read more)

M+P Labs is highly-renowned for producing metallographic mounts of the highest quality. Our specialties lie in preparing specimens consisting of very different materials, edge retention and proper etching. (read more)

M+P Labs applies a wide range of analytical techniques to evaluate surface preparation and characterize coatings and platings. Features such as chemical composition, cleanliness, surface topography, coating morphology, thickness, porosity, adhesion, bonding interface, diffusion profile, inclusions, phases, grain size, microstructure and micro indentation hardness … (read more)

Creep and rupture tests are utilized to evaluate the time-dependent behavior of metals at elevated temperatures under applied stress. With 52 creep/stress rupture test stands operational, and the capability to test designed specimens up to 10-1/8" in length, our Creep & Rupture lab can provide the data you specify in your testing program. (read more)

The rigorous quality assurance requirements mandated by ISO 17025, Nadcap and 10 CFR 50 Appendix B are applied to each and every job we perform, regardless of whether it requires conformance to any of these accreditations. We also maintain a GE Transportation and Aviation Special Process Certification to perform many S-400 test codes. (read more)

Chemical Testing Services

M+P Labs can identify the composition of nearly any unknown material. This includes powders, liquids, granules, films, stains, pellets, beads, discs, filter debris, fibers, shavings, components, coatings, metals, polymers, minerals, ceramics and more. (read more)

Utilizing a host of chemical, thermal, microstructural, mechanical and electrical testing capabilities, M+P Labs can identify the composition of nearly any unknown metallic or non-metallic material to assist you identify the composition of materials, characterize material properties, assess differences between materials, troubleshoot, perform failure analysis and reverse engineer compone... (read more)

Product and Component Testing Services

Our SinglePoint lab offers a wide array of analytical techniques ranging from molecular analysis to bulk material characterization to help you quickly characterize materials, gain regulatory approval, troubleshoot failures and develop new products. Our materials experts join forces to perform root cause analysis, and research and development on metals, polymers, coatings, glasses, biocer... (read more)

M+P Labs provides the sophisticated mix of expertise, technology, and experience required to perform material testing to ensure that quality control is maintained throughout the medical device supply chain and to identify complex failure modes in parts, products, and materials. We offer complete physical and chemical characterization of metallic and non-metallic components such as (read more)

M+P Labs performs testing to verify the chemical
composition, mechanical, dimensional, electrical, thermal, and adhesion
properties of materials to support commercial-grade dedication for the nuclear
utility industry. All testing is performed in compliance with 10CFR50 Appendix B, ISO 17025 and Nadcap quality requirements. Rapid results are available to meet demanding n... (read more)

M+P Labs performs chemical analysis, mechanical testing, thermal analysis, dimensional verification and electrical testing to determine compliance with specification requirements and perform failure analysis of epoxies, adhesives and adhesive tapes. This information can be utilized to accelerate R&D, product development, process improvement, supplier qualification… (read more)

Condition Monitoring and Machine Maintenance Services

Extensive experience performing emergency specification testing for materials and components utilized in repairing safety-related equipment for the nuclear power industry in compliance with 10 CFR 50 Appendix B and ISO 17025 requirements. (read more)

M+P Labs applies a wide range of material characterization techniques combined with years of experience evaluating rotating equipment components for the power generation and aerospace industries to identify the root causes of premature bearing failure. (read more)

M+P Labs performs testing to verify the chemical composition, hardness, dimensional measurements and thermal properties of static seals, o-rings and other components, often used to support commercial-grade dedication for the nuclear utility industry. All testing is performed in compliance with 10CFR50 Appendix B, ISO 17025 and Nadcap quality requirements. Rapid results are available to m... (read more)

M+P Labs combines a disciplined and methodical investigation approach, an understanding of materials science and engineering, and the abilities to perform chemical, thermal, metallurgical, mechanical and microstructural analyses to accurately identify complex failure modes in materials and components. (read more)

We have significant expertise in analyzing fuels, lubricants and petroleum products for demanding applications. M+P Labs offers precise and accurate evaluation to minimize downtime and maximize the productive life of turbines and other critical rotating equipment. (read more)

Analytical Laboratory Services

A full-service materials test lab that can assist you qualify raw materials, lower-cost suppliers, audit vendor performance, validate changes to your manufacturing processes, perform specification testing and much more. (read more)

M+P Labs can identify the composition of nearly any unknown material. This includes powders, liquids, granules, films, stains, pellets, beads, discs, filter debris, fibers, shavings, components, coatings, metals, polymers, minerals, ceramics and more. (read more)

Our trained contract employees can staff your internal laboratory to increase your flexibility and reduce cost for short-term or long-term periods. We can also out-source our internal lab employees for special projects at your facility. (read more)

Refractory Services

Quickly assess the current condition, potential for an extended-life campaign or perform failure analysis of refractory materials and anchor systems for a range of high temperature industries including glass, cement, petrochemical, iron, steel and energy. (read more)

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