Mechanical testing is used to examine how a material responds when a force or load is applied to it. Different tests can provide information about properties such as strength, deformation, hardness, and impact behaviour.
The Industrial Development and Testing Laboratory carries out mechanical examinations for different types of materials and samples. The particular test depends on the material and the information required.
These examinations may involve tension, compression, bending, impact, or other forms of loading.
The laboratory is located in Kolkata, West Bengal. Testing requirements may be received from organisations in different parts of the country, including Bangalore, Chennai, Mumbai, Pune, Coimbatore and other locations.
The appropriate test can be discussed with the laboratory based on the sample and the purpose of the examination.
What is Mechanical Testing?
What is Mechanical Testing?
Mechanical testing is used to examine how a material behaves when different types of forces are applied to it. The results can provide information about its physical and mechanical characteristics.
Depending on the test, a sample may be subjected to tension, compression, bending, impact, or other forms of loading.
- Strength
- Hardness
- Ductility
- Toughness
- Resistance to deformation
- Fracture behavior
The results can be used to compare materials, examine a particular sample, or determine whether its measured properties are within specified requirements.
The type of examination depends on the material, its condition, and the information required.
Different methods can be used depending on the material property being examined. Where applicable, the examination is carried out according to the relevant testing standard and specified procedure.
Standardised procedures help maintain consistency between tests and provide a defined basis for recording and comparing the results.
The method selected may depend on the material, sample dimensions, test conditions, and property being measured.
The laboratory carries out different mechanical examinations using suitable testing equipment and established procedures.
Depending on the sample and the test required, examinations may be performed on metals, fasteners, structural parts, welded materials, and other components.
The particular method and test conditions are selected according to the material and the requirements of the examination.
- Tensile Test, including Yield Strength, Tensile Strength, 0.2 percent and 0.5 percent Proof Stress, Percentage Elongation and Reduction of Area
- Compression Test
- Shear Test
- Proof Load Test for bolts, studs and nuts
- Proof Load and Breaking Load Test for U bolts, shackles and hangers
- Wedge Load Test for bolts
- Head Soundness Test for bolts and rivets
- Brinell Hardness Test
- Rockwell Hardness Test
- Micro Vickers Hardness Test
- Shore Hardness Test
- Impact Test including Charpy and Izod
- Fracture Test
- Nick Break Test for butt weld test pieces
- Bend and Re bend Test
- Flattening Test
- Wrapping Test
- Cupping Test
- Permanent Set Test
- Torsion Test
- Z Test of plates as per EN 10164 to determine reduction of area percentage
- Dynamic Balancing of rotary components
- Performance Qualification Test for welders
- Procedure Qualification Test for welders
Location and Work
The laboratory is located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Testing requirements have been received from organisations working in different parts of India, including Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Delhi, Jaipur and other locations.
The work may involve different types of materials and components, depending on the requirements of the particular examination.
Details regarding the sample, applicable method and required documentation can be discussed with the laboratory before the work begins.
Our goal is to help industries maintain the highest standards of product quality, safety, and performance.
Contact Our Mechanical Testing Laboratory
For mechanical testing of materials, strength analysis, or industrial component testing, connect with The Industrial Development and Testing Laboratory.
