Introduction to the Sample Preparation Laboratory
Proper and accurate sample preparation is one of the most important factors in conducting tests. With more than 45 years of experience, technical knowledge, and expertise, Razi Metallurgy Research Center provides sample preparation services using modern equipment and the skills of experienced and qualified personnel. The laboratory prepares a wide range of samples, including metallic and polymeric materials, stone, wood, and ores. The laboratory is equipped to prepare samples in accordance with applicable standards and uses appropriate equipment to ensure accurate preparation.
To enhance transparency in service delivery and comply with quality management system requirements, Razi Metallurgy Research Center allows customers or their designated representatives to be present during testing whenever technically feasible and permitted by safety requirements.
With prior coordination, customers may observe the testing process firsthand and gain assurance regarding the implementation of test methods, the use of equipment, and compliance with relevant requirements.
This service is provided while maintaining the principles of impartiality, confidentiality, and technical independence. Customer presence does not affect the testing process or the validity of the results in any way.
Services Available at the Sample Preparation Laboratory
- Preparation of flat and round tensile test specimens
- Preparation of weld tensile test specimens
- Preparation of high-hardness specimens
- Preparation of standard and weld bend test specimens
- Preparation of standard and weld impact test specimens
- Notching of impact test specimens
- Flattening of specimens
- Preparation of compression test specimens
- Preparation of fatigue test specimens
- Preparation for Fracture Test and Nick Break testing
- Preparation for conventional, portable, and non-destructive metallography, and inclusion determination
- Preparation for conventional and weld macrography
- Macroetching preparation
- HIC specimen preparation
- SSC specimen preparation
- Sample crushing using a crusher
- Sample grinding
- Preparation of polymeric samples
- Sulfur print preparation