Materials testing includes various test methods with which the behavior of material samples or finished components can be determined when tested under mechanical, thermal or chemical stresses. A material is tested, for example, with regards to its
Generally, we differentiate in materials testing two areas: destructive and non-destructive materials testing.
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We develop an individual testing scheme for your products and create a corresponding specification and test-report.
With destructive testing, in contrast to non-destructive testing, no consideration has to be given to the further use of the components. There are no limits, which allows a much more versatile assessment of the material. This plays an essential role especially in the context of damage assessments.
The TUV NORD test laboratories support you in solving problems in the operation of your plant or in the manufacture of your products. We offer you a broad range of material tests from one source.
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During destructive materials testing, selected materials are tested for chemical and physical properties and destroyed or (superficially) changed for this purpose; the component to be tested can then no longer be used.
Non-destructive Material Testing
Non-destructive Testing methods in our laboratories
The aim of non-destructive testing (NDT) is to obtain as much information as possible about the condition of a material or component without destroying it – e.g., without impairing its continued usability.
With the help of non-destructive testing methods, it is possible, for example, to obtain information about the wall thickness or the condition of weld seams and thus to ensure safe continued operation without having to remove the relevant components.
Non-destructive testing (NDT) is an effective way for you, being a manufacturer or operator of a technical plant, to obtain a reliable statement about the quality of your product or the condition of your plant quickly and at low cost. This makes it possible to detect quality defects at an early stage or to determine remaining service lives.