Material Analysis
IHGIND operates a fully-equipped materials testing laboratory staffed by qualified metallurgists and coating specialists. We perform incoming material inspection, failure analysis, and R&D testing to ensure every project meets our exacting quality standards.
Material Analysis Services
Alloy Verification
XRF and OES spectroscopy to verify material composition against specification requirements.
- 304/316 grade confirmation
- Aluminum alloy identification
- Trace element analysis
Coating Thickness Measurement
Non-destructive and destructive methods for coating thickness verification.
- Magnetic induction
- Eddy current
- Cross-section microscopy
Adhesion Testing
Pull-off and cross-hatch testing to verify coating adhesion to substrate.
- ASTM D4541 pull-off
- ISO 2409 cross-hatch
- Mandrel bend test
Surface Profiling
Surface roughness and texture analysis for finish quality control.
- Ra/Rz measurement
- 3D surface mapping
- Gloss meter analysis
Equipment & Instruments
Olympus Vanta XRF Analyzer
Portable alloy verification
Fischerscope X-Ray XDL
Coating thickness & composition
PosiTector 6000
Non-destructive coating thickness
Mitutoyo Surftest SJ-410
Surface roughness measurement
BYK Gardner Micro-TRI-Gloss
Gloss and appearance
Keyence VHX-7000
Digital microscopy & measurement
Case Studies
Hospital Facade Material Verification
Complete material testing program for 15,000 sqm stainless steel cladding, ensuring Grade 316 compliance for healthcare environment.
Heritage Restoration Analysis
Analysis of original bronze components from 1970s building to match exact alloy composition for restoration work.
Other Lab Capabilities
Finish Development
Our Finish Development laboratory creates custom coating formulations and surface treatments for unique aesthetic and performance requirements.
Climate Simulation
Our Climate Simulation laboratory accelerates 20+ years of UAE environmental exposure to validate material and finish performance.
Durability Testing
Comprehensive durability testing ensures materials and finishes meet warranty requirements and long-term performance expectations.
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