Failure Analysis of Metals, Plastics, Ceramics, Electronics, and Battery Cells

We identify the causes of defects in metals, plastics, ceramics, electronic assemblies, and battery cells—quickly, systematically, and in compliance with standards. Our failure analysis provides clear, transparent results and concrete recommendations for action in the areas of development, manufacturing, and quality assurance. Who do we work for? For example, companies experiencing failures, customer complaints, production line issues, or field returns.

PROCEDURE (5-STEP PROCESS)

Inspection & Assessment – Evaluation of the damage, documentation of visible abnormalities.
Selection of Test Methods – Selection of appropriate materialographic, microscopic, and analytical methods.
Microscopy & Analysis – cross-sections, SEM/EDX, IR spectroscopy, microstructural analysis, fracture surface analysis, LSM – depending on the damage pattern.
Evaluation & Interpretation – Determination of the failure mechanism and assessment of influencing factors.
Recommended Actions – Specific proposals for optimizing processes, materials, or designs.

Typical Use Cases for Our Damage Analysis

Cracks, breaks, delaminations
Corrosion, wear, material fatigue
Solder joint or weld failure

Scope of Our Damage Analysis

Visual Inspection & Assessment
Selection of Appropriate Test Methods
Preparation of the cut
SEM/EDX Analysis
IR Spectroscopy
Structural Analysis
LSM
Complete documentation of all findings

Result

Clear identification of the cause of the error
Clear Recommendations for Action
High-resolution image documentation
Test Report in Accordance with the Standard

With our damage analysis services, we help you identify the cause of the defect. Using state-of-the-art technologies such as scanning electron microscopy, hardness testing, visual analysis, EDX analysis, surface roughness testing, and much more, we offer you all the necessary analyses. Regardless of your industry, we are your partner for reliable analyses.