A benchmark in the characterization of metallic and polymeric materials, Metalab confirms its presence at Metalurgia, where it is highlighting its innovations, including the exclusivity in Brazil of dirt analysis to identify contaminating particles. With over 26 years’ experience and accredited by Inmetro since 2014, the company is bringing its high-precision solutions to the fair, including the Dirt Test in accordance with ISO 16232 and VDA 19.1 and 19.2. As well as providing this essential service for the sector, Metalab also sells equipment and supplies for technical cleaning.
Metalab highlights its specialized services for the metal industry, offering solutions for quality control, fault investigation and compliance with technical standards. The Dirt Test (ISO 16232 and VDA 19.1 and 19.2) enables the detection of contaminant particles, which is essential for sectors such as automotive and aerospace. Metalab is the only laboratory in Latin America accredited by ISO/IEC 17025 for this test.
The laboratory sells equipment and supplies for technical cleaning, providing solutions for companies wishing to carry out this procedure in-house. Chemical analysis solutions identify the composition and conformity of metal alloys and polymers. Mechanical testing evaluates properties such as strength, hardness and toughness of materials.
Metallography examines the microstructure of materials, enabling precise diagnoses. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM-EDS) provides a detailed analysis of surfaces, flaws and contamination. Field services complement the portfolio with analysis carried out directly on the customer’s premises, including chemical analysis, metallography and hardness testing.
CONSTANT INNOVATION IN DIRT ANALYSIS SOLUTIONS
Metalab continually invests in technology and quality to offer precise and reliable solutions. Its commitment to innovation is reflected in the use of advanced equipment, such as SEM-EDS, FTIR, DSC and TGA, which guarantee detailed analysis and complete diagnoses. In addition, the company follows strict international standards to ensure the conformity of its services.
Dirt testing is the highlight, as it is essential for guaranteeing the quality and safety of components in sectors such as the automotive, aeronautical and industrial sectors. With the IATF standard requirement for accredited suppliers, Metalab has become an essential partner for companies seeking to comply with market regulations.
ABOUT METALAB
Metalab is a laboratory specializing in the characterization of metallic and polymeric materials, with over 26 years’ experience in the market. The company is renowned for its expertise in metal casting and forming, as well as having state-of-the-art equipment for dirt testing, chemical analysis, mechanical testing, metallography and scanning electron microscopy. Accredited by Inmetro since 2014, Metalab ensures the reliability of its results and meets strict international standards, becoming a benchmark in quality control, failure investigation and material certification for various industrial sectors.
