The aerospace testing services performed by LTI’s highly experienced team cover a wide range of destructive and nondestructive techniques. Our aerospace materials testing clients are Aerospace and Space Primes, along with their suppliers such as forgers, manufacturers, distributors who need to ensure the quality of raw metallic materials, fasteners, and other metal parts that they purchase, produce, or heat treat for use in building aircraft. LTI has had their NADCAP approval for decades of experience to assist our customers in meeting their needs.
LTI provides testing services designed to support both the needs of complex R&D and material characterization programs along with the service of quick-turn production testing. Complex projects are assigned dedicated project engineers and production work is streamlined through our proprietary template program, helping to control the process, data, and key information for each order. All services are performed at our 132,000 sq. ft. facility near Philadelphia.
Approvals
The LTI Advantage
Specialized Expertise
LTI offers specialized expertise in aerospace materials testing and inspection, with a dedicated focus on understanding the intricacies of aerospace components and materials.
Industry-Specific Approvals
LTI has earned numerous aerospace and space approvals, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations, which is crucial for aerospace companies.
Dedicated Service Lanes
LTI has established dedicated service lanes for aerospace clients, streamlining processes and ensuring timely and efficient project completion.
Quality Assurance
The company is committed to maintaining the highest levels of quality and precision, with a reputation for delivering reliable and accurate testing and inspection services.
Experience
With years of experience serving the aerospace industry, LTI has a proven track record of providing dependable and comprehensive solutions for aerospace and space companies.
Cutting-Edge Technology
LTI utilizes state-of-the-art equipment and advanced testing methodologies to ensure the highest level of data accuracy and reliability.
One-Stop Shop
LTI provides a wide range of testing and inspection services under one roof, simplifying the process for aerospace companies and saving them time and resources.
Aerospace and Space Testing Capabilities at LTI
Chemical Analysis
- Atomic Emission Spectroscopy (AES)
- ICP Analysis (ICP-AES, ICP-MS)
- SEM/EDS
- Positive Material Identification (PMI)
- Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
- Wet Chemistry
Corrosion Testing
- Salt Spray / Salt Fog
- Humidity Testing
- Passivation Testing
- Temperature Testing
- ASTM A262 Practice A, B, C, D, E
- ASTM G28 Methods A & B
- ASTM G48 Methods A & B
- ASTM A923 Method
Mechanical Testing
- Tensile Testing
- Elevated Temperature Tensile
- Charpy Impact Testing
- Fastener Fatigue
- Hardness Testing
- Bend Testing
- Stress Rupture
- Creep Test
- Hydrogen Embrittlement
- Weld Testing
- Fastener Testing
- Heat Treat Capability Testing
Fatigue and Fracture Testing
- Fracture Toughness Testing
- High and Low Cycle Fatigue
- Fatigue Crack Growth Testing
Metallurgical Analysis
- Microstructure
- Carburization / Decarburization
- Grain Size (ASTM E-112)
- Inclusion Rating (ASTM E-45)
- Plating Thickness
- Carbide Precipitation
- Ferrite by Point Count (ASTM E-562)
- Intergranular Attack / Oxidation
- Alpha Case
- Intergranular Corrosion (ASTM A-262)
- Sensitization
- Surface Contamination
- Nodularity / Nodule Count
- Eutectic Melting
- Macro-etch (ASTM E-340)
- Grain Flow
- Surface Condition
- Surface Finish
- Case Depth
- Microhardness (Knoop & Vickers)
- Carburization / Decarburization
- Weld Qualification
Nondestructive Testing
- Ultrasonic Testing
- Magnetic Particle Inspection
- Liquid Penetrant Inspection
- X-ray Inspection
The LTI Advantage
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.