Element Materials Technology’s laboratory in Daleville, Ind., has significantly expanded the scope of its Nadcap accreditation for aluminum testing in the aerospace sector. The lab achieved Nadcap accredited testing for stress-corrosion cracking, R curve/Kapp panel fracture, exfoliation, and compressive yield strength. These tests are added to high-cycle fatigue and fracture toughness testing, as well as routine mechanical, metallurgical, chemical, and failure analysis.
“Over the last year, Element has invested substantially in Daleville’s aluminum center of excellence, adding a dedicated team of ten technicians and machinists, and supporting its development of proprietary, innovative aluminum testing processes with the expertise of the Group’s entire global platform, “says Rick Sluiters, Element’s EVP, Aerospace and Defense.
“To be Nadcap audited with zero findings for such specialized aluminum testing capabilities makes Element one of an elite few organizations worldwide. It will open up significant new business opportunities, reinforcing the company’s position as the largest provider of metallic and non-metallic testing services to the U.S. aerospace industry,” Mr. Sluiters added.
Formerly operated by Sherry Laboratories, the Daleville laboratory joined Element as part of the company’s acquisition of Sherry in March 2013. It is one of 12 Element facilities in the United States holding Nadcap certificates, believed to be the most held by any independent materials testing company in the country. Between them, Element’s laboratories can offer the aviation industry accredited services covering the full range of testing methodology accredited by Nadcap.
