Alloy determination — Analysis of metal composition
What is alloy determination and why is it essential?
Alloy determination is an analytical method that determines the exact chemical composition of metals and metal alloys. At Deon Research Centre, this analysis is very important for sectors such as aviation, automotive, mechanical engineering, construction, energy and metal production. An accurate alloy analysis provides insight into the presence and concentration of elements such as iron, copper, aluminum, zinc, nickel and chromium — essential for quality control, product development and compliance with material specifications.
Why choose alloy determination at Deon Research Centre?
Do you want to make sure that your metals meet the correct specifications and standards? Our professional alloy provisions offer:
- Complete material characterization: accurately determine the elemental composition of metals and alloys.
- Quality Assurance: Verify that materials comply with international standards such as ISO, EN or ASTM.
- Process and product optimization: Use analysis data to improve raw materials, production processes and end products.
- Detection of anomalies: prevent material errors or alloy mixing during production or recycling.
How does alloy determination work?
At Deon Research Centre, we use advanced analysis techniques to determine the composition of metals:
- Energy Dispersive X-ray Analysis (EDS/EDX): linked to scanning electron microscopy for microstructural and local analyses.
- X-ray fluorescence spectrometry (XRF): rapid and non-destructive determination of elemental composition.
- Optical Emission Spectrometry (OES): accurate quantitative analysis of alloying elements in metals.
- NAT chemical analysis: verification of results and determination of trace concentrations
During the analysis, we collect data about:
- Elemental composition: which metals and elements are present.
- Mass fraction: exact concentration of alloying elements.
- Comparison with standard material: confirmation of the type, class or specification of the alloy.
Applications of alloy determination in industry
At Deon Research Centre, we apply alloy determination in various industrial applications:
- Aeronautics and space: verification of high-grade alloys for structural components.
- Automotive: control of steel, aluminium and copper alloys in engine parts and body structures.
- Mechanical engineering: confirmation of material quality for gears, shafts and bearings.
- Construction and infrastructure: analysis of steel structures and fasteners.
- Energy and sustainable technology: composition research of turbine components, pipelines and wind energy components.
What does this mean for your company?
By investing in alloy determination, you can:
- Confirm material identity and prevent incorrect deliveries or mixing.
- Ensuring product quality and safety through compliance with technical standards.
- Reduce costs through more efficient process control and resource management.
- Gain insight into the origin and quality of materials within the supply chain.
We offer comprehensive alloy testing at Deon Research Centre!
Curious about how our alloy analyses can contribute to the quality, safety and traceability of your materials? Our experienced team provides reliable and accurate results that ensure optimal product control and compliance with material specifications. Contact us for more information and find out how we can support your organization with professional alloy determination.
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