Analysis

At R-TECH Group, we provide advanced analytical testing to deliver precise and reliable insight into material composition.

We continue to expand our analytical capabilities, with the addition of Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectroscopy (ICP-OES), microwave digestion and other advanced techniques.

These capabilities enhance our ability to deliver precise and reliable metal analysis, supporting high standards of quality control and compliance across a wide range of industries.

Our analysis services

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ICP-OES metal analysis

Accurate determination of elemental concentrations in metal alloys using high-temperature plasma. Enables multi-element analysis across a wide detection range, from trace levels to bulk composition, for both solid and liquid samples.

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Microwave digestion

Advanced sample preparation technique using controlled temperature and pressure to dissolve complex materials. Ensures consistent and reliable analysis of challenging sample types.

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Combustion analysis

Precise measurement of carbon (C) and sulphur (S) in materials. Essential for quality control and compliance, particularly in cast iron and high carbon steels.

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Fusion analysis

Determination of nitrogen (N) and oxygen (O) content using fusion techniques. Supports accurate assessment of material composition where these elements are critical.

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Multi-element alloy analysis

Rapid analysis of a wide range of alloy types, including carbon steels, cast iron, aluminium and stainless steels, using ICP-OES and complementary techniques.

ICP-OES metal analysis

ICP-OES is a leading analytical technique used for the accurate determination of elemental concentrations in metal alloys, in both solid and liquid samples.

By using high-temperature plasma to excite metal atoms, the emitted light is measured to quantify elements with a high level of precision.

Key benefits of ICP-OES testing include:

  • Multi-element analysis in a single test, allowing a broad range of elements to be detected simultaneously
  • A wide detection range, from trace levels through to bulk composition
  • Versatility across sample types, including powders, castings and wrought alloys
  • Rapid analysis across a wide range of materials

Typical materials analysed include:

  • Carbon steel and cast iron
  • Stainless steels
  • Aluminium

Microwave digestion for sample preparation

To complement ICP-OES testing, we utilise microwave digestion as an advanced sample preparation technique.

This method uses controlled temperature and pressure conditions to dissolve challenging sample types, ensuring that even complex materials can be accurately analysed. The result is improved consistency and reliability in analytical testing.

Combustion and fusion analysis

We offer combustion and fusion analysis for the precise determination of key elements within materials.

This includes:

  • Carbon (C) and sulphur (S), measured using combustion analysis
  • Nitrogen (N) and oxygen (O), determined using fusion analysis

These techniques are essential for quality control and regulatory compliance, particularly in materials where elemental composition is critical.

Our LECO analysers provide highly accurate results, especially for carbon content in materials such as cast iron and high carbon steels, ensuring performance and specification requirements are met.

Multi-element alloy analysis

Our expertise spans a wide range of alloy types, allowing us to meet diverse analytical requirements with precision.

We work with:

  • Carbon steel
  • Cast iron, including high carbon materials analysed via combustion or LECO calibration methods
  • Stainless steels

At present, aluminium and titanium alloys are not included within our analytical scope, although this is kept under review as industry requirements evolve.

Delivering precision, reliability and efficiency

With these capabilities, R-TECH Group delivers accurate and dependable analytical results across a wide range of applications.

Our clients benefit from:

  • Enhanced accuracy, even in challenging or complex samples
  • Faster turnaround through efficient sample preparation and testing processes
  • Expert support tailored to specific materials and project requirements

These capabilities ensure that projects are supported with a high level of technical expertise and analytical reliability.

How we work

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Understand

We begin by understanding your material, application and the level of detail required from the analysis.

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Select

We determine the most appropriate analytical techniques to deliver accurate, meaningful results.

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Prepare

Samples are carefully prepared using controlled methods to ensure consistency and reliability.

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Analyse

Advanced analytical techniques are applied to identify elemental composition and material characteristics.

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Interpret

We translate data into clear insight, supporting quality control, compliance and confident decision-making.

Siemens Magnet Technology – part of Siemens Healthineers – have been using R-TECH since early 2020 for the characterisation of various composite materials. R-TECH are very responsive to requests for tests and carry out the tests in a timely manner. We are particularly impressed with the quality of the technical reports produced. We have also been pleased with the flexibility shown by R-TECH for novel and bespoke measurements as well as the feedback and learning we have made about composite testing during our relationship together.

Owen Taylor
Senior Key Expert Magnet Engineer, Siemens Healthineers

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