Reliable testing for non-metallic materials

Non-metallic materials play an increasingly important role across modern engineering and manufacturing.

We provide comprehensive testing and analysis of non-metallic materials, including polymers, rubbers, ceramics and adhesives. By evaluating chemical, thermal and mechanical properties, we help you verify performance, ensure quality and support product development.

With many tests accredited by UKAS, our clients can be assured of the accuracy and quality of the testing being completed.

Our non-metallics testing services include:

We work with:

  • Additive Manufacturing
  • Injection Moulding Components
  • Adhesives

Additive manufacturing

The rise of 3D printing is rapidly impacting manufacturing methods, particularly with the use of non-metallic materials. Testing is a vital component to validate this process and ensure the reliability of AM techniques.

R-TECH can help meet your requirements in this area through our range of mechanical testing and characterisation services and are competent handling large and small scale components and products.

Injection Moulding Components

Injection moulding is a big part of everyday life, with many components manufactured for all industrial sectors. R-TECH can assist with your process control.

From quality control testing of batches, to failure investigation of components, our expert engineers can help you ensure top quality components for your customers needs.

Adhesives

Our adhesive testing can ensure that you can guarantee your batch quality. From peel tests to lap shear tests, we are able to offer a range of mechanical testing to suit your adhesive needs.

Our process

01

Define

We identify your material, application and testing requirements.

02

Plan

A suitable testing programme is developed to meet standards or specifications.

03

Prepare

Samples are prepared and conditioned for accurate testing.

04

Test

Mechanical, chemical and thermal testing is carried out using calibrated equipment.

05

Report

Results are presented clearly to support validation, investigation or development.

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