Chemical

TESTING FACILITIES

Our chemistry department provides detailed chemical analysis of the properties of metals and alloys, also performs chemical analysis of a wide range of materials like Aggregates, Concrete, Construction water etc.

Chemical testing of metals is achieved using qualitative and quantitive analysis. Qualitative techniques are used to identify compounds and elements, whereas quantitative methods allow us to measure the amounts of different substances present and report on various characteristics of the resultant metal or alloy – such as the amount of carbon in a sample of steel.

Optical Emission Spectroscopy

One technique we use is known as Optical Emission Spectroscopy (OES). This involves exposing the sample to an electrical spark and measuring the different wavelengths of light that are emitted. From that data, we can work out the proportion of elements that are present. This is ideal for ferrous metals; nickel copper and stainless steel also.

AEL is dedicated in providing consistent and reliable analytical services to our customers. Combined with the professional staff and the state of the art equipment the laboratory ensures to provide the most reliable testing services which suits the customer requirements and in line with the Standard methods of analysis.