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Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery.▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
www.PES-Testing.com
“Exceptional Turnaround From A Proven Partner in Materials Testing”
▪ MECHANICAL TESTING ▪ METALLURGICAL ANALYSIS ▪ CHEMICAL ANALYSIS ▪▪ NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING ▪ FAILURE ANALYSIS ▪ CONSULTING ▪
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery.▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
• Product Evaluation Systems, Inc. (PES) proudly serving customers since 1979
• Located in Latrobe, PA
• Fully accredited independent testing laboratory– ISO 17025
– NADCAP (National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program)
– General Electric Aviation (S-400), Pratt & Whitney MCL, Rolls Royce and ATI Nuclear customer approvals
• We pride ourselves on quick turn-around and open communicationwith our customers to ensure we meet, or exceed, their needs. We hold high ethical standards in our company and in protecting your proprietary information.
About PES…
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Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery.▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
• Expertise in machining, testing and characterization of:
– Carbon steels, stainless steels, nickel alloys, titanium and titanium alloys, aluminum alloys, brass and other copper-based alloys, and carbide materials.
– Additive Manufacturing (AM) Characterization
• Full failure analysis capabilities and consulting services
• Staff industrial experience in:– Steelmaking, Power Generation, Aerospace, Naval
Nuclear, Heavy Equipment Manufacturing, Welding & Weld Qualification, and Material Testing.
PES Staff & Experience
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Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery.▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
• Saw cutting & sectioning– Up to 42” in diameter
• Specimen final preparation– HAAS CNC Lathes– HAAS CNC Mills– Bridgeport and Manual Mills– Surface Grinders– Wire EDM Machines– (S33) CNC Universal Cylindrical Grinder– Longitudinal Polisher
• Capabilities to design and machine custom fixtures to meet unique testing requirements.
Machining Capabilities
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Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery.▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Mechanical Testing
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• Tensile (Room & Elevated Temperature)– Force capacity – up 220,000 lbf (Room Temperature)– Force capacity – up to 90,000 lbf (Elevated Temperature)– Temperature ranges: -320°F, -250°F to +1800°F
• Charpy Impact– Temperature ranges: -320°F, -250°F to +600°F
• Bend (Free and Guided) per ASTM and ASME• Creep and Stress Rupture
– Up to 6000 lbf capacity– Up to +1800°F
• Hardness– Brinell, Rockwell, Vickers (macro/micro), Knoop
• Drop Weight (ASTM E208)– Determine Nil-ductility transition temperature of
Ferritic steels within 10°F• Jominy (ASTM A255)
– Determine the hardenability of various steel alloys using specific heat treatments based upon carbon content
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery.▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Mechanical Testing
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• Fracture Mechanics– K1C, J1C, CTOD, da/dN– Up to 100,000 lbf– -320°F, -200°F to 400°F; all sizes
• 0.50” and 0.75” C(T) up to 1600°F
– Custom test and analysis programs available– Large selection of specimen sizes
• C(T) Specimens (0.50” – 2.00”)• SE(B) Specimens (w = 0.50” to 4.00”)
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery.▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Mechanical Testing
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• High Cycle Fatigue– Room Temp to 1800° F– All Load Ratios– Up to 30Hz
• Low Cycle Fatigue– Room Temp to 1800° F– All Strain Ratios– Strain Control up to 2Hz – Stress Control up to 30Hz
• Cyclic Stress Strain– Room Temp to 1800° F– Customizable Steps
• Higher Frequencies with Positive R-Ratios
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery.▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Metallographic Analysis
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• Microstructural Evaluation– Inclusion Ratings– Phase Content (i.e. δ-ferrite)– Case & Decarburization Depth– IGA/IGO– Coating Characteristics– Surface Contamination (Alpha Case / Alloy Depletion)
• Grain Size – Per ASTM E112, E1181 & GE E50TF133
• Microindentation Hardness (Macro/Micro)• Macroetch Examination• Etch – Anodize Inspection (Blue Etch) of Titanium
– Per AMS 2642
• Corrosion Analysis• SEM and Microprobe Availability
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery.▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Failure Analysis & Consulting
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• Variety of Failure Investigations:– Field Failures– Processing Defects– Root Cause Investigations– Heat Treatment Issues– Improvements in Material/Design
• Range of Metallurgical Consulting:– R&D Projects– Process Optimization– Alternate Alloy Selection or Design Changes
• Project Management:– Manage any outsourcing needs– Coordinate sub-tier schedules & deliverables
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery.▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Chemical Analysis
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• Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP)
• Optical Emission Spectroscopy (OES)
• LECO Combustion Analysis:– Carbon– Sulfur– Oxygen– Hydrogen– Nitrogen
• Analysis of recycled / reclaimed materials
• Standards for: Carbon Steel, Stainless, Nickel, Titanium, Aluminum, Cobalt, and Copper Alloys– Custom standards produced as needed
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery.▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Carbide Analysis
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• Carbide Analysis
– Density (ASTM B311)
– Grain Size (ASTM B390)
– Porosity (ASTM B276)
– (TRS) Transverse Rupture Strength (ASTM B406)
– Chemistry
– Palmquist Toughness Test (ISO 28079)
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery.▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Corrosion Testing
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• Variety of corrosion tests for stainless steels:– Ferric Chloride (ASTM A923 & G48)– Sulfuric Acid and Copper Sulfate (ASTM A262 Method E)– Nitric Acid (ASTM A262 Method C)
• Multiple test stations:– Quick turnaround– Short and long exposure tests
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery.▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
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• Capabilities:– Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)– Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT)– Subcontracted:
• X-Ray Testing (RT)• Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
• Personnel Certifications:– ASNT– NAS 410– NADCAP
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery.▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Weld Qualification Services
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• Weld Procedure Qualification
• Welder Performance Qualification
• Weld/HAZ/Base Metal Characterization– Mechanical and Metallurgical Testing– NDT Inspections– Filler Metal Chemical Analysis– Macroetching– Microindentation Hardness– PWHT Facilities
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery.▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.Heat Treatment
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• NADCAP Furnaces (± 15°F)
• Max working zone: 13.5” W x 14” H x 27” D
• Temperatures from 400°F to 2200°F
• Programmable heating & cooling rates
• Exportable time-temperature data
• Cooling Methods:– Air Cool– Fan Cool– Oil Quench– Water Quench
• Specimen Prep, R&D, PWHT (Weld Qual)
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery.▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
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