Chemical Analysis
Elemental composition, trace contaminant identification, FTIR, RAMAN spectroscopy and XRF for material verification and quality assurance.
ICP-OESFTIRRAMANXRFGC-MS
30+ yearsLab expertise
140+Experts at your service
5,200 m²Laboratory space
Independent Testing Laboratory
Material Testing
Whether you need to verify material properties, detect defects or contamination, analyze failures, or improve new materials — be it metals, polymers, composites, ceramics or surface coatings — ISO 17025 accredited materials testing is essential.
ISO 17025
Accréditation N° 1-1793
ASTM
ASTM / ISO Standards
REACH / RoHS
Regulatory Compliance
NADCAP
NADCAP
Material Testing Laboratories
Testing Capabilities
Every material. Every property.
A complete laboratory offering covering all material families and characterization needs — from routine QC to complex forensic investigation.
Microstructure & Imaging
SEM/EDS, optical microscopy, grain analysis, defect detection and inclusion mapping on metals, ceramics and composites cross-sections.
SEM-EDSOptical MicroscopyEBSDGrain Size
Corrosion Testing
Salt Spray, electrochemical corrosion, intergranular attack and stress corrosion testing to evaluate material durability in service environments.
ISO 9227NF EN 10289EIS PittingSalt SprayASTM B117
Surface & Coatings
Coating thickness, adhesion, roughness, hardness and tribology tests on paint systems, PVD/CVD coatings, anodizing and plating.
ASTM F2743SEM-EDSProfilometryVickersCoF
Failure Analysis
Root-cause investigation of part failures, fracture surface analysis, fatigue crack initiation, material non-conformity and manufacturing defect identification.
FractographySEM-EDSMetallographyFTIRCross-section
Thermal Analysis
DSC, TGA, TMA and DMA for phase transitions, thermal stability, glass transition temperature and viscoelastic behavior characterization.
DSCTGADMATMAPy-GC/MS
Aging & Environmental
UV weathering, thermal aging, humidity cycling and chemical resistance testing to predict long-term performance in real service conditions.
Salt SprayUV AgingThermal Cycle
Industries Served
Your sector, our expertise
Filab works with quality teams, R&D engineers, procurement departments and regulatory affairs managers across demanding industries.
Medical & Pharma
Biocompatibility-related material testing, implant-grade metals, polymer characterization, particulate counting and contamination analysis.
Automotive
Metal qualification, fatigue testing, corrosion and coating validation for powertrain, chassis and body structural parts.
Aerospace
Nadcap-accredited Material Testing Laboratory: chemical analysis on Titanium, Aluminium, Nickel and Iron alloys. Precise elemental analysis (C, H, N, O, S) and ICP-OES for aerospace fasteners and engine components.
Electronics
PCB material testing, solder joint integrity, RoHS compliance analysis and thermal management material characterization.
Construction
Material reuse validation, structural steel and concrete diagnostics, corrosion expertise and chemical risk assessment (Silica, Lead) for site safety and regulatory compliance.
Energy
Corrosion resistance, weld quality, PMUC-certified analyses for nuclear power plants, and high-temperature alloy testing for pressure vessels and piping.
Packaging
Plastic and multilayer film characterization, barrier properties, food-contact compliance and extractables & leachables testing for pharmaceutical and food packaging.
Defense & Rail
High-integrity material qualification, compliance with defense standards (MIL/Stanag), fatigue analysis and expert witness support for critical transportation systems and armored components.
How it works
From sample to accredited report
A streamlined 4-step process designed to minimize your effort and maximize result quality.
- 01
Submit your brief
Fill in the quote form or call us. Describe your material, the standards required and your deadline. Our application engineers review same day.
Response < 24h - 02
Send your samples
Ship your samples to our laboratory. Our experts will guide you on the required sample size and quantity before shipping.
Tracked reception - 03
Accredited testing
Your samples are tested on calibrated equipment by certified analysts. Every step is documented and traceable to international standards.
ISO 17025 traceability - 04
Receive your report
A detailed report including raw data, measurements, interpretation and conclusions — delivered digitally in 5 business days or faster on express service. Lead times vary by technique and will be confirmed with our experts.
5-day standard / 48h express
Why Filab
The lab that speaks your language & the matter
We're not just a testing facility — we're a technical partner that understands engineering challenges.
01
Accreditation
Our ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation covers the full scope of our testing services. Reports are recognized by regulatory bodies, auditors and customers worldwide.
02
Speed without compromise
Standard 5-day turnaround, 48h express service available. We've built our workflows around your schedules — whether it's a routine QC check or an urgent production hold.
03
Expert interpretation
Data is only valuable with context. Our specialists interpret results against your application requirements and flag anomalies proactively, so you get insight, not just numbers.
5/5 avis vérifiés
Trusted by industry leaders
From startups to global manufacturers, our clients rely on Filab for critical material characterization decisions.
Marc Renaud
R&D Manager — Automotive Tier 1 supplier
"We needed urgent DSC and TGA on a new bio-based grade. Filab delivered a full accredited report in 48 hours with expert commentary. Impeccable."
5/5
Sophie Bauer
Quality Director — Medical Plastics
"Their FTIR identification report helped us follow a contamination issue on our production line in a matter of days. Fee was reasonable and thorough."
5/5
James Liu
Procurement Engineer — Packaging Group
"Filab is our go-to external lab for material specifications. Their ISO 17025 reports are accepted directly by our customers — no additional validation required."
5/5
Get Started
Request your material testing quote today
Tell us about your material requirements. Our team will respond within one business day with method recommendations, timeline and pricing.
- Free, no-obligation quote
- Response within 24 hours
- Confidentiality guaranteed (NDA on request)