AMS has a state-of-the-art Materials Testing Laboratory providing services to nuclear power plants and other industrial facilities. Using a suite of visual, thermal, chemical, and mechanical characterization tests and analysis tools, our engineers conduct in-depth evaluation of the chemical composition, molecular structure, mechanical characteristics, and physical properties of a variety of materials. This laboratory is staffed by a group of engineers with B.S. to Ph.D. degrees in materials science, chemical engineering, nuclear engineering, and related disciplines.

Over time, age-related degradation can occur in materials resulting in substantial decreases in properties that compromise their performance and functionality. If material degradation becomes severe, it can negatively impact the health and performance of components, equipment, and systems and may eventually cause them to fail. Through years of experience testing industrial materials, AMS’s engineers have developed the expertise necessary to offer materials testing services to support a wide range of industries dealing with aging infrastructure and facilities.

The materials testing services offered by AMS to support these industries in their efforts to ensure their aging facilities continue to operate safely and reliably include: