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Additive Manufacturing Testing

To harness new fabrication modes, additive manufacturing testing is necessary.

Additive manufacturing has enticing benefits over standard material removal methods to create the desired size or shape (now often called subtractive manufacturing). The additive method reduces process time and material consumption to fabricate the same product. With more precise forecasting of material quantity, manufacturers can reduce inventory and costs without sacrificing quality or throughput.

Additive Manufacturing Testing: From Powder to Product

Material and Product Testing

Laboratory Testing Inc. offers metal additive testing services from feedstock to finished products. As your additive manufacturing testing lab, LTI offers a range of testing and analysis methods to help you improve the quality of your products. We can verify the quality of input materials, validate printing processes and assess the performance characteristics of the resulting products.

Metal test specimens

Specimen Machining

The Machine Shop at LTI can prepare all specimens and samples for destructive testing. Operating two work shifts, LTI provides reliable, fast turnaround. We excel at preparing high-quality, specialized specimens and have technical experts available for consultation.

Metal Powder Characterization

LTI’s highly qualified and trusted engineers, chemists, and technicians can solve complex testing needs for your tight deadlines. Our metal powder characterization and 3D-printed metal testing services help manufacturers make essential decisions during product design, development, and production.

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LTI’s testing adheres to ASTM standards, as well as industry specifications. Our services are available to accomplish the following and more:

  • Identify chemical composition
  • Measure apparent density
  • Specialized machining process for printed part extraction
  • Verify mechanical properties
  • Evaluate microscopic product features
  • Identify flaws and discontinuities
  • Determine corrosion susceptibility 

Our Services

Chemistry

  • ICP-AES/OES – Bulk Elements
  • ICP-Mass Spec – Trace Elements
  • Interstitial Elements – C, S, O, N, H
  • EDX Elemental Mapping
  • ”Spark” AES
  • Wet Chemistry
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Metallography

  • Grain Size
  • Microstructure
  • Density
  • Macrostructure / Grain Flow
  • Surface Contamination
  • Alpha Case Analysis
  • Microhardness
  • SEM / EDX Analysis
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Nondestructive

  • Liquid Penetrant
  • Magnetic Particle
  • 2D Computed Radiography
  • Ultrasonic Testing
  • Visual Inspection
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Fatigue & Fracture Mechanics

  • High & Low Cycle Fatigue
  • Fatigue Crack Growth
  • Fracture Toughness
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Mechanical Testing

  • Tensile
  • Compression
  • Stress Rupture
  • Creep
  • Hardness
  • Bearing and Shear
  • Bend
  • Charpy Impact
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Specimen Machining

  • Abrasive Waterjet & Wire EDM
  • CNC multi-axis turning, milling & grinding
  • Low Stress Grinding
  • Specimen Polishing
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See How LTI Adds Up

Additive manufacturing is an emerging field. As a leading materials test laboratory, we’re growing our additive manufacturing testing systems to meet the future demands of industries. With a new age of manufacturing precision coming into focus, it’s vital to partner with a materials testing laboratory that can handle all your material characterizations under a single roof for logistical ease and faster turnaround times. Whatever your testing requirements, trust that LTI has the equipment and expertise to analyze your materials for unparalleled product performance.

  • “We value the service your organization gives us.”

    I wanted to write and applaud LTI for assisting us in calibrating some new equipment, while re-calibrating equipment that was moved. We did not have enough advance notice to schedule LTI to come in and complete the calibration / re-calibration of some of our equipment. As a result, LTI did what they could to get us out of a jam and reduce the one to two week turnaround down to two days. I wanted to let LTI know that this was very much appreciated and we value the service your organization gives us.
  • “Really appreciate your on-time turn-around of data”

    I just wanted to take a moment here to thank you and LTI team for making it a great year for us. I have been recently getting great feedback on the data that I compiled for our project. And needless to say – the only reason I was able to accomplish this was for your timely testing of all the 100s of coupons I had this year. It all so beautifully played out. Really appreciate your on-time turn-around of data, even though I sometimes make it hard for y’all, haha! And also your very prompt responses to my every question. It has been great working with you all this past year and looking forward to the new year. Thank you once again! Heads-up – we have a ton of samples that will be coming your way in the new year!
  • “Thanks so much!”

    Just wanted to recognize you and the lab for getting these plate specimens done on time under short notice. Thanks so much!
  • “Each and every one of you is a rock star in our book!”

    I and my entire high-maintenance crew would like to thank you and your whole crew for getting us the results on our last-minute expedite today … each and every one of you is a rock star in our book!
  • “LTI has seriously made a huge difference…”

    LTI has seriously made a huge difference in Testing & especially Metallography. They Define Possible
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    Laboratory Testing Inc. has the capacity and capabilities to handle all your material testing needs in a single location. Since 1984, we’ve aided customers worldwide with accurate nondestructive testing and precise material lab services. Request a quote or contact us today to see how our industry-leading turnaround times can keep your mission-critical approvals moving forward.

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