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Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery. ▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
www.PES-Testing.com
“Exceptional Turnaround From A Proven Partner in Materials Testing”
▪ MECHANICAL TESTING ▪ METALLURGICAL ANALYSIS ▪ CHEMICAL ANALYSIS ▪
▪ NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING ▪ FAILURE ANALYSIS ▪ CONSULTING ▪
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery. ▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
• Product Evaluation Systems, Inc. (PES) proudly serving
customers since 1979
• Located in Latrobe, PA
• Fully accredited independent testing laboratory
– ISO 17025
– NADCAP (National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program)
– General Electric Aviation (S-400), Pratt & Whitney MCL, Rolls
Royce and ATI Nuclear customer approvals
• We pride ourselves on quick turn-around and open
communication with our customers to ensure we meet, or
exceed, their needs. We hold high ethical standards in our
company and in protecting your proprietary information.
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About PES…
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery. ▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
• Expertise in machining, testing and characterization of:
– Carbon steels, stainless steels, nickel alloys, titanium and
titanium alloys, aluminum alloys, brass and other copper-based
alloys, and carbide materials.
– Additive Manufacturing (AM) Characterization
• Full failure analysis capabilities and consulting services
• Staff industrial experience in:
– Steelmaking, Power Generation, Aerospace, Naval Nuclear,
Heavy Equipment Manufacturing, Welding & Weld
Qualification, and Material Testing.
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PES Staff & Experience
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery. ▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
• Saw cutting & sectioning
– Up to 42” in diameter
• Specimen final preparation
– HAAS CNC Lathes
– HAAS CNC Mills
– Bridgeport and Manual Mills
– Surface Grinders
– Wire EDM Machines
• Capabilities to design and machine custom fixtures to
meet unique testing requirements.
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Machining Capabilities
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery. ▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Mechanical Testing
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• Tensile (Room & Elevated Temperature)
– Load cells: Up to 120,000 lbf
– -320°F and -250°F to 1800°F
• Charpy Impact
– -320°F, -250°F to 600°F
• Bend
• Creep and Stress Rupture
– Up to 6000 lbf capacity
– Up to 1800°F
• Hardness
– Brinell, Rockwell, Vickers (macro/micro)
• Drop Weight
• Jominy
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery. ▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Mechanical Testing
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• Fracture Mechanics
– KIC, JIC, CTOD, da/dN
– Up to 100,000 lbf
– -200°F to 250°F
– Commercial and in-house software
– Large selection of specimen sizes
• Weld Procedure & Welder Performance Qualification
– Per ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, API, AWS
and other welding specifications
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery. ▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Mechanical Testing
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• High Cycle Fatigue
– Room Temp to 1800° F
– All Load Ratios
– Up to 40Hz
• Low Cycle Fatigue
– Room Temp to 1800° F
– All Strain Ratios
– Strain Control up to 2Hz
– Stress Control up to 40Hz
• Cyclic Stress Strain
– Room Temp to 1800° F
– Customizable Steps
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery. ▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Metallographic Analysis
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• Microstructural Evaluation
– Inclusion Ratings
– Phase Content (i.e. d-ferrite)
– Case & Decarburization Depth
– IGA/IGO
– Coating Characteristics
• Grain Size
– Per ASTM E112, E1181 & GE E50TF133
• Weld Examinations
• Macroetch Examination
• Corrosion Analysis
• Microindentation Hardness (Macro/Micro)
• SEM and Microprobe Availability
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery. ▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Failure Analysis & Consulting
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• Variety of Failure Investigations:
– Field Failures
– Processing Defects
– Root Cause Investigations
– Heat Treatment Issues
– Improvements in Material/Design
• Range of Metallurgical Consulting:
– R&D Projects
– Process Optimization
– Alternate Alloy Selection or Design Changes
• Project Management:
– Manage any outsourcing needs
– Coordinate sub-tier schedules & deliverables
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery. ▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Chemical Analysis
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• Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP)
• Optical Emission Spectroscopy (OES)
• LECO Combustion Analysis:
– Carbon
– Sulfur
– Oxygen
– Hydrogen
– Nitrogen
• Analysis of recycled / reclaimed materials
• Standards for: Carbon Steel, Stainless, Nickel, Titanium,
Aluminum, Cobalt, and Copper Alloys
– Custom standards produced as needed
• Carbide analysis for density, grain size,
porosity, TRS & chemistry
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery. ▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Corrosion Testing
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• Variety of corrosion tests for stainless steels:
– Ferric Chloride (ASTM A923 & G48)
– Sulfuric Acid and Copper Sulfate (ASTM A262 Method E)
– Nitric Acid (ASTM A262 Method C)
• Multiple test stations:
– Quick turnaround
– Short and long exposure tests
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery. ▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
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• Capabilities:
– Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
– Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT)
– Subcontracted:
• X-Ray Testing (RT)
• Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
• Personnel Certifications:
– ASNT
– NAS 410
– NADCAP
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery. ▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Weld Qualification Services
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• Weld Procedure Qualification
• Welder Performance Qualification
• Weld/HAZ/Base Metal Characterization
– Mechanical and Metallurgical Testing
– NDT Inspections
– Filler Metal Chemical Analysis
– Macroetching
– Microindentation Hardness
– PWHT Facilities
Rapid Response. Dependable Delivery. ▪ Mechanical Testing ▪ Metallurgical Analysis ▪ Chemical Analysis
PRODUCT EVALUATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Heat Treatment
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• NADCAP Furnaces (± 15°F)
• Working zone sizes:
– 13.5” W x 14” H x 16” D
– 13.5” W x 14” H x 27” D
• Temperatures from 400°F to 2200°F
• Programmable heating & cooling rates
• Exportable time-temperature data
• Cooling Methods:
– Air Cool
– Fan Cool
– Oil Quench
– Water Quench
• Specimen Prep, R&D, PWHT (Weld Qual)
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Ethan Miller
QA Mgr./Materials Engineer
Mic Moorhead
Business Development Manager
Jerry Capo
Technical Director - Metallurgy
Walt Moorhead
President
Tom Blair
Technical Director - Mechanical Testing
Mike Geissler
General Manager
Amanda Harr
Customer Service Specialist
Donald Szoszorek
Staff Engineer
PES-Testing.com
724-834-8848