LTI is highly experienced at the testing of forged materials to support production processes, quality programs, and R&D projects for the greater Philadelphia area. Our labs can test all of the common metals used in forgings, including carbon, alloy and stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, brass, copper, and high-temperature alloys.
Forging is a manufacturing process where metal is pressed, pounded, or squeezed under great pressure into high-strength parts. The metal is generally preheated to a desired temperature before it is worked. Forgings are regularly specified where strength and reliability, as well as resistance to shock and fatigue, are required.
LTI Value Add for Forgers
Comprehensive Testing Expertise:
Laboratory Testing Inc. specializes in both destructive and non-destructive testing methods for forged parts. Their extensive range of testing services, including mechanical, metallurgical, ultrasonic, and more, ensures that forging companies can find all their testing needs met in one place.
Streamlined Processes:
LTI provides a one-stop solution for both specimen machining and testing in a single facility, which minimizes lead times and eliminates the hassle of dealing with multiple vendors. This streamlined approach ensures efficient, cost-effective, and timely testing, enabling forging companies to get their results faster without compromising quality.
Technical Qualifications:
LTI boasts industry-recognized accreditations and customer approvals, guaranteeing technical qualifications and high-quality testing services. This commitment to industry standards and certifications ensures reliability and precision in their testing processes.
Responsive Support and Expertise:
LTI’s experienced team of professionals is available to provide expert guidance and support. They can assist forging companies in determining the most suitable testing methods, sample sizes, and addressing any questions or concerns. The availability of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) for root cause failure analysis ensures that issues can be thoroughly investigated and resolved.
LTI Forging Testing Services
Complex Forging Extraction and Specimen Machining
Waterjet, Sawcut and EDM capability to take forgings from cut up plans to finished machined specimens.
Chemical Analysis
Forging test methods are available to verify the chemistry of the material to be certain it’s what it should be and within specification.
- Atomic Emission Spectroscopy (AES)
- Combustion Analysis
- Inert Gas Fusion
- ICP Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS)
Mechanical Testing
Testing is offered for the principal mechanical properties of interest to designers in the forging industry, including strength, ductility, and hardness.
- Hardness Testing
- Tensile Testing
- Charpy Impact
- Bend Testing
- Fracture Toughness
- Fatigue Crack Growth
- Low and High-cycle Fatigue
Nondestructive Testing
Both surface and internal flaws can be detected with our NDT test methods.
- Ultrasonic
- Radiographic
- Magnetic Particle
- Liquid Penetrant
Metallurgical Testing
Physical characteristics of forged materials can be evaluated, and defects or flaws can be identified with metallurgical examination techniques.
- Microstructure
- Grain Size
- Micro-Cleanliness
- Macrostructure
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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.