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Testing Services

With over 100 years of testing experience, Element offers industry-leading testing services, including product testing services and materials testing services, helping you confirm that your materials and products are safe, compliant, and fit for purpose - every time. Delivered by 8,500 experts across 270+ global locations, our bespoke solutions give you the technical clarity and speed you need to move forward with confidence.

Why Element are global leaders in Testing Services

100+ Years Testing Leadership

270+ Accredited Global Laboratories

Sector-Specific, Customised Test Plans

Transparent, End-to-End Support

Two testing engineers chatting in Element product testing laboratory with environmental simulation testing chambers in background

When you’re designing, developing, or launching materials or products, testing isn’t optional - it’s mission critical. At Element, we know how much is riding on every result. That’s why we’ve spent over 100 years building one of the world’s most trusted networks for product and materials testing.

Our comprehensive testing solutions span the most demanding and highly regulated sectors, including aerospace, connected technologies, construction, defense, digital engineering, energy, environmental, life sciences, medical devices, and more. Whether you need mechanical and destructive testing, non-destructive testing (NDT), compliance validation, or materials characterization, we’ve got the expertise and equipment to handle it.

What makes Element different? We're not just a lab – we’re a global network of 270+ ISO 17025 accredited laboratories, powered by 8,500 expert technicians, engineers, and scientists who partner with you every step of the way. From the initial inquiry to final reports, you’ll get regular updates, tailored test plans, and total transparency so there are no surprises, only results.

Our bespoke approach means your test program is built around your needs, your product, your timeline. And because we operate to the highest international standards - including ISO 9001, AS 9100, and Nadcap - you can trust that your results will stand up to scrutiny anywhere in the world.

When failure is not an option, Element is your assurance partner - validating performance, proving safety, and accelerating compliance.

Element Testing Experts

Your Challenges, Our Solutions

Complex Regulatory Landscapes

We capture your testing requirements with precision and deliver them through accredited labs, so you meet international regulations with confidence and clarity.

Testing Delays and Bottlenecks

With 270+ labs across the world, we provide fast, flexible access to the testing services you need - wherever you need them - reducing disruption and keeping your project moving.

Lack of Visibility

You’ll always know where things stand. From the moment you reach out for testing to the final report, we’ll keep you informed with clear, timely project updates that support better planning and faster decisions.

Why Choose Element

Element materials testing engineer operating precision measurement equipment for quality analysis

Test Plans, Built Around You

Customised solutions aligned to your specific materials, products, and project goals.

Global Network, Local Expertise

270+ labs worldwide providing consistent quality and quicker turnaround wherever you're based.

Sector Specialists, Not Generalists

Dedicated experts for industries like aerospace, defense, energy, and life sciences.

Fully Accredited, Globally Trusted

ISO 17025, ISO 9001, AS 9100, and Nadcap certified - we meet the world’s most rigorous standards.

100+
Years in Testing

Proven heritage across global industries

8,500
Technical Experts

Sector-specialised teams at your service

270+
Laboratories Worldwide

Global reach with local delivery

ISO 17025
Certified

Testing quality you can trust

Element materials scientist conducting precision testing with advanced laboratory instrumentation

But don't just take our word for it

See what others have to say about partnering with Element

We have been using Element as our primary 3rd party testing vendor for several years and have always been satisfied with the level of expertise and professionalism that they have exhibited. Their customer service is excellent, and they have always been a pleasure to work with. Thank you Element!
Ron,
Kerkau Manufacturing Inc.
Element is a reliable and knowledgeable testing supplier
Dylon Kruger,
Bodycote Thermal Processing - Romandel