Simon Forensic can provide failure analysis for metals, polymers & coatings. This analysis may be able to determine the root cause of your components failure. These materials may be parts of equipment, a device, or a defective piece in a manufacturing process. Our testing can identify foreign material and determine the source of failure. The analysis process starts when a sample is delivered to the lab. We register the sample and begin detailed documentation which includes digital photos and fine measurements. Following documentation, a methodical investigation occurs until the culprit is identified. This data is then incorporated into a report and emailed to you via PDF. Foreign Object Identification Simon Forensic has the ability to identify and characterize foreign/unknown material. Foreign material may have collected on screens or filters, it could be process deposits, engine oil debris, machining artifacts (imbedded material) or soot/particulate matter. Coating Analysis / Failures The coating investigation can:
|  Cross Section showing separation at fusion line.  Foreign Object Identification |