Metallurgical Consultancy
Metamet Consultants Ltd can provide expert assistance on a wide range of metals-related problems. Our experienced consultants have a range of expertise across a number of different industries including construction, marine, petro-chemical, aerospace, automotive, oil and gas and metals manufacturing.
Linked to the extensive testing capabilities and services at the Engineering Centre for Manufacturing and Materials, Metamet is able to provide investigative reporting on a whole range of metals-related problems from large-scale industrial problems to micro-scale components.
In addition to our own team, Metamet can call on the advice of associates, whose expertise can be used to add value to our services. Particular examples include stress analysis, materials modelling, welding technology, mechanical testing and chemical analysis.
Investigative Metallurgy
Metamet Consultants specialise in the investigation of metallurgical problems. This will generally involve the use of the examination and testing facilities at our disposal. We are able to conduct the appropriate tests, interpret the results and apply them to help solve problems.
Areas where our expertise can be of assistance include:
Failure Investigation
Metamet Consultants Ltd has a particular expertise in the assessment of material failures. We have access to a well-equipped workshop with heavy lifting facilities, so that we can handle large components when required. We can assess anything from an engine to a semiconductor component.
Using our equipment and expertise, we not only identify the cause of failure, but we can often advise on remedial action or changes to processes or materials to prevent recurrence of problems.
Case Studies
- Investigation of carburisation of tubes in the platformer heater of an oil refinery.
- Investigation of customer complaint on welding for an international steel company.
- Examination of failures in mechanical couplers.
- Assessment of contamination of semi-conductor chips.