OSHA Industrial Hygiene Testing
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Understanding Metal Fatigue Testing: Importance, Methods, and Applications
Metal fatigue testing is a critical process in determining the durability and lifespan of metallic materials when subjected to repeated stress over time. Whether it's for automotive, aerospace, civil engineering, or manufacturing applications, metals fatigue...
Total Acid Number (TAN) and Total Base Number (TBN) Testing: Key Indicators for Oil Health
Regular TAN and TBN testing provide valuable insights into the condition of lubricating oils, allowing operators to take proactive measures to maintain equipment reliability.
U.S. DOT Opens Applications for $5 Million Research Initiative for Novel Cement Development
Friday, February 9, 2024 WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation announced a $5 million funding opportunity for a research initiative on the use of steel slag in cement and concrete. This funding will support a partnership between the U.S. DOT, in...
ASHRAE Testing: A Comprehensive Guide for HVAC Professionals
ASHRAE, the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers, plays a crucial role in establishing standards and guidelines for building systems, energy efficiency, indoor air quality, refrigeration, and sustainability within the HVAC...
Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA): A Critical Tool for Transformer Health Monitoring
Dissolved Gas Analysis is an indispensable tool for maintaining the health and reliability of oil-filled transformers.
Intertek to Showcase Advanced Corrosion Solutions at the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) Conference and Expo
March 06, 2023 Houston, Texas – Intertek, a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide, will join fellow corrosion and coatings industry companies March 19-23 at the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) Conference and...
Guide to Corrosion Testing of Metals
Several types of corrosion testing are available to assess the durability and resilience of metals under various conditions
Composite Testing: New ASTM Laboratory Standards
Looking for a laboratory to do composite testing? Two new ASTM Standards for the testing of the plastic composites pultruded fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) materials will be released. The new ASTM Standards are ASTM D7792, the Test Method for Measuring the Effect...
SAE Testing Standards: Ensuring Quality and Safety in Automotive and Aerospace Industries
SAE standards play a crucial role in various testing processes, from the initial design phase to the final product validation.
Adhesive Testing: A Laboratory Guide to Principles and Methods
Adhesive testing evaluates the bonding strength and performance of adhesives across various applications.
Manufacturing Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO)
During the holidays, many manufacturers shut down their lines for thorough annual cleaning, repairs, and maintenance. This maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) also involve fixing any mechanical or electrical issues, or making improvements or updating...
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Standards
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Standards are published standards for technologies related to electrics and electronics, known as "electrotechnology." Devices that use/produce electricity, or contain electronic components rely on standards to...
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Testing: Standards for Quality, Safety, and Innovation in the Automotive Industry
The automotive industry relies heavily on standards to ensure the quality, safety, and performance of vehicles and their components. The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) is a global professional organization that plays a crucial role in developing these...
Metallurgical Testing
Metallurgical testing is a type of testing performed on metallic materials to study their physical and chemical properties and behaviors. This testing of metals is done to determine: flaws, either internally or on the surface, what a material is made of, failure...
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