Tests and analyses for the mechanical engineering sector

We perform laboratory tests to ensure the reliability, safety and durability of components in the mechanical sector.

The mechanical industry requires high-performance materials and components that ensure efficiency and durability. With this in mind, companies turn to laboratories to verify compliance with regulatory standards, prevent failures and optimise product performance. In addition, the growing use of advanced technologies such as additive manufacturing and robotics requires rigorous controls to ensure quality and safety. At Pontlab, we offer technical support for material characterisation, failure analysis, resistance testing and compatibility testing for specific industrial applications.

Thanks to our experience and advanced equipment, we support companies in continuous improvement and innovation in the sector.

What we can do

We perform tests for the mechanical sector with material characterisation tests, mechanical performance verification and failure analysis investigations, supporting companies in product optimisation and compliance with relevant regulations.

Verification of mechanical properties


We evaluate the performance of materials and components through tensile, compression, fatigue and impact tests, simulating real-life conditions of use to ensure durability and safety.

Failure and defect analysis


We investigate the causes of failure, structural defects, wear or manufacturing problems using advanced failure analysis techniques, improving the quality and reliability of mechanical components.

Controls on innovative technologies


The introduction of solutions such as additive manufacturing and collaborative robots requires specific tests to validate material quality, structural strength and compatibility with industrial environments.

Do you require a customised test?

All tests can be structured in a completely customised manner, based on the customer's requirements. We offer tailor-made tests for materials, conditions of use and required regulations, ensuring reliable and targeted results.

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Applications

We support the mechanical sector with tests on materials and components for various applications, including additive manufacturing, collaborative robots and mechanical processing, ensuring regulatory compliance and the quality of the final product.

01 Additive manufacturing

Additive manufacturing has revolutionised the production of mechanical components, enabling complex geometries and material optimisation. However, it is essential to verify the quality of the finished product through chemical and mechanical characterisation tests, physical property analysis and microstructure investigations. Pontlab performs strength, porosity and surface roughness tests to ensure that printed components meet the required standards. Reference standards: ISO/ASTM 52921 | ISO 17296-3

Chemical characterisationMicrostructural analysisMechanical strength testingPorosimetryRoughness analysis

02 Collaborative robots

Collaborative robots must guarantee high standards of safety and operational efficiency. Pontlab tests materials and components to verify their mechanical resistance, compatibility with working environments and the absence of critical defects that could compromise their operation. With this in mind, stress and vibration analysis is essential for the design of reliable and safe robots. Reference standards: ISO 10218-1 | ISO 13849

Strength testingVibration analysisStructural testingFailure analysis

03 Mechanical processing

The quality of products obtained through mechanical processing depends on the precision and characteristics of the materials used. Pontlab performs metallographic analyses, hardness tests and wear tests to evaluate the properties of materials and ensure optimal performance in industrial applications. Reference standards: ISO 6508 | ISO 4287

Metallographic analysisHardness testingWear testingSurface characterisation
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The main reference standards in the Mechanical Engineering sector include

ISO 9001

ISO 6508

ISO 6892

ISO 12106

ISO 4287

ASTM E8

ASTM E18

ISO 10218-1

The materials we test

In the mechanical engineering sector, we perform advanced testing and in-depth analysis on materials and components of various kinds. Using cutting-edge methodologies, we evaluate the performance, reliability and compliance of the materials used, ensuring high standards of safety and quality.

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Metallic materials

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Polymeric materials

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Additive Manufacturing powders

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All tests can be performed in a completely customized manner, adapting to the customer's needs. Pontlab also offers tailored consulting services to define the most suitable tests, ensuring reliable and targeted results.