IncoTest®

Confidential Contract Test and Analysis

IncoTest®, a division of Special Metals, offers independent and confidential contract analysis and metals testing programs.

Delivering Confidence

We offer a comprehensive range of analytical, mechanical, physical, corrosion, NDT and metallographic testing and sample preparation services. Laboratory test programs, management systems and equipment all operate within a strictly controlled and audited environment, accredited by UKAS in the United Kingdom and NADCAP in the USA.

The IncoTest® service includes the provision and preparation of test pieces. Our facilities in Hereford, England, and West Virginia, USA. offer state-of-the-art testing and laboratory facilities. Staff at both locations are highly trained and experienced in the use of this equipment, as well as all classical laboratory and chemical methodology.

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IncoTest® Hereford, England
Holmer Road
Hereford HR4 9SL, UK
Phone: +44 1432 382200
Fax: +44 1432 353545

IncoTest® Huntington, WV
3200 Riverside Drive
Huntington, WV 25705-1771
Phone: +1.304.526.5447
Fax: +1.304.526.5973

Services

Chemical Analysis

X-ray fluorescence (XRF)
Optical emission spectrometry (OES)
Inductively coupled plasma (ICP-OES)
Atomic absorption spectrometry (AAS)
Gas analysis
Carbon and sulfur analysis
Wet chemistry

Physical Testing

Thermal expansion up to 1000°C
Dynamic Young's and shear modulus
Magnetic Permeability
Foil emission and absorptivity
Bash and Harsch accelerated life testing
Thermoelectric EMF
Electrical resistivity and resistance

Mechanical Testing

Creep and stress rupture
Fatigue and fracture toughness
Tensile and compression testing up to 1200°C

Corrosion Testing

Timely turnaround
Flexible reporting and data sharing
Custom testing methodologies on request

Metallography

State-of-the-art microscopy equipment
Electrochemical etching
Comprehensive examination of metallic microstructures