3001 International Street • Fairbanks, Alaska 99701
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Quality Inspection & Testing, Inc.

Chemical & Metallurgical Testing

Understand the material.

Understand the performance.

QIT provides chemical and metallurgical testing to support material verification, welding qualification, quality control, failure investigation, and technical evaluation. Results can be combined with mechanical testing, hardness testing, NDE, and project documentation to provide a more complete understanding of material condition and performance.

01

Chemical Composition Analysis

Material chemistry evaluation used to support grade confirmation, specification review, and material verification.
  • Elemental Composition Review
  • Material Grade Comparison
  • Specification Verification
  • Test Result Documentation
Chemical Analysis
02

Alloy & Material Grade Verification

Material verification used to help confirm alloy type, grade, and compliance with project or material requirements.
  • Carbon and Low-Alloy Steels
  • Stainless Steels
  • Nickel Alloys
  • Material Comparison
  • Traceability Support
Material Verification
03

Macro Examination

Cross-sectional evaluation used to examine weld profile, fusion, penetration, and overall weld geometry.
  • Weld Cross-Section Examination
  • Fusion Evaluation
  • Penetration Evaluation
  • Weld Geometry Review
Macro Evaluation
04

Microstructure Evaluation

Metallographic evaluation used to examine material and weld microstructure at a detailed level.
  • Base Metal Microstructure
  • Weld Metal Evaluation
  • Heat-Affected Zone Evaluation
  • Grain Structure Review
Metallography
05

Weld Cross-Section Evaluation

Detailed examination of weld cross-sections supporting procedure qualification, troubleshooting, and technical review.
  • Fusion Boundaries
  • Penetration Profile
  • Weld Bead Geometry
  • HAZ Evaluation
Weld Evaluation
06

Heat-Affected Zone Evaluation

Evaluation of the heat-affected zone to support welding procedure review, material assessment, and failure investigation.
  • Microstructure Review
  • Hardness Correlation
  • Metallurgical Condition Assessment
  • Procedure Qualification Support
HAZ Evaluation
07

Failure Analysis Support

Metallurgical and material evaluation used to help identify factors contributing to cracking, fracture, corrosion, or unexpected component performance.
  • Weld Failure Evaluation
  • Cracking Investigation
  • Fracture Surface Review
  • Corrosion-Related Evaluation
  • Material Condition Assessment
Failure Investigation
08

Metallographic Sample Preparation

Sample preparation supporting macro examination, microstructure evaluation, hardness testing, and metallurgical analysis.
  • Sectioning
  • Mounting
  • Grinding and Polishing
  • Etching
  • Prepared Samples for Evaluation
Sample Preparation
Testing Requirements

What we need to get started.

To establish the correct analytical method, sample preparation, evaluation criteria, and reporting requirements, please provide the material type, applicable specification, sample identification, requested analysis, project requirements, and any known service history.
Material Type / Grade
Applicable Specification
Sample Identification
Requested Analysis
Weld / Base Material Location
Known Service History
Acceptance Criteria, if Applicable
Project / Owner Requirements
Request Materials Testing

Need chemical or metallurgical evaluation?

Send the material details, requested analysis, applicable specification, project requirements, and schedule so QIT can review the scope and confirm the appropriate testing approach.
Request Materials Testing
Call 907-479-4273