Material Properties

When a constructor is to specify material choice, it has to be based on one or more qualitative objectives related to material properties, which will also play a major role in the event of damage or breakdown. Should the material fail the question of whether its properties were sufficient for the task can be justifiably raised.

Material database

In both instances, FORCE Technology can determine whether the properties are present, either by use of our extensive and constantly updated material database, which contains information about both metals and polymers, or via studies and testing.

The basis for a material’s potential properties is highly dependent on its chemical composition. We can offer such accredited material analyses as OES, XRF, ESEM, EDAX, HPLC, gas chromatography – and many others.

We can determine mechanical properties such as strength and density in accordance with international testing standards in our own accredited test laboratory for mechanical testing.

Accredited metallurgic laboratory

A material’s microstructure reflects many of its properties, and to study microstructures, FORCE Technology has a fully-equipped and accredited metallurgic laboratory, with a team of highly experienced metallurgists. Examples of microstructure studies can be evaluation of heat-treatment, or welded/soldered joints.

A microstructure study combined with other tests can also be used for such applications as assessment of the wear-resistance of a material.

FORCE Technology furthermore offers a range of courses focusing on material properties.