Aerospace Materials Testing
Element delivers critical aerospace materials testing services across the complete product lifecycle – from R&D to ongoing in-service support. Our extensive materials testing capabilities mean you can validate performance, achieve regulatory compliance, and maintain the highest safety standards, all while meeting demanding production schedules.
What is Aerospace Materials Testing at Element?
Material failure is simply not an option in a safety-critical industry like aerospace. Aerospace materials testing rigorously examines the properties and behaviour of your aircraft’s materials to ensure they are fit for purpose and can withstand the most extreme conditions during flight.
Through a range of destructive and non-destructive test methods, Element’s highly specialized experts can help you meet your deadlines and quality requirements, delivering quickly but – most importantly – accurately and efficiently.
What can Element offer you for Aerospace Materials Testing?
Components and materials we test
Components and materials we test
Element's comprehensive testing capabilities cover the full spectrum of aerospace materials, from traditional metals and alloys to advanced composites and innovative coatings. We provide detailed material characterization and validation, so you can be sure your components meet stringent aerospace application requirements.
Methods and solutions offered
Methods and solutions offered
- Fatigue testing and fracture mechanics
- Tension and compression testing
- Impact and hardness testing
- Stress rupture and creep testing
- Non-destructive testing (NDT)
- Metallurgical testing and microscopy
- Chemical analysis
- Failure analysis and investigation
- Expert witness services
Cutting-edge equipment we use
Cutting-edge equipment we use
Everything we do is designed to help our customers deliver materials, products and services that are always safe, quality, compliant and fit for purpose. Which is why our extensive range of mechanical testing equipment is always made up of the latest and most advanced technologies.
Which labs offer this service
Which labs offer this service
The Element global network includes 35 industry leading, Nadcap-accredited laboratories strategically located in aerospace industry hubs. So wherever you – or your materials – are based in the world, we can provide you with convenient local access to world-class testing capabilities.
End to End support capabilities
End to End support capabilities
From supporting your research and development (R&D), to production support, through in-service support and failure analysis, Element’s aviation experts have the expertise and access to state-of-the-art laboratories required to complete your projects.
Materials we test
Metals and Alloys:
- Nickel alloys
- Titanium alloys
- Aluminum
- Superalloys such as Inconel, Hastelloy, single crystal alloys, Rene
Composites and other Non-Metallics:
- Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs)
- Polymer Matrix Composites
- Plastics
- Elastomers
Joining Materials:
- Adhesives
- Fasteners and fastening systems
Your Challenges, Our Solutions
Lack of specific expertise
Time-to-Market Pressure
Production Support Challenges
Meeting Quality Assurance Demands
Why Choose Element
Global Reach, Local Support
Technical Excellence
Comprehensive Capabilities
Industry Leadership
80+years of aerospace experience
35Nadcap labs
3,000dedicated
8,500strong
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Frequently asked questions
How do you ensure aerospace quality requirements are met?
Our Nadcap-accredited laboratories and experienced aerospace materials testing specialists deliver high-quality data, detailed test reports, and certificates for your materials application and compliance programs.
What aerospace testing support do you provide during production?
We deliver both high-volume routine testing and custom programs, with the capacity, capabilities, and credentials to meet challenging deadlines and strict quality requirements of aerospace production.
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- Aerospace Mechanical Testing
- Aerospace Composite Testing
- Flammability Testing for Aircraft Interiors – FAA Approved
- Aircraft Structural Testing
- Aerospace Fastener Testing Services
- Additive Manufacturing Testing
- Metallurgical Testing Services
- Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and Inspection Services
- Chemical Analysis Services
- Paint and Coating Testing Services
- Stress Rupture and Creep Testing
- Charpy Impact Testing Services
- Fatigue Testing Services
- Hardness Testing Services
- Tensile Testing