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Dave Kovarik, a metallurgist and failure analyst at NSL Analytical Services, presented at the virtual IMAT Conference on Monday, October 26, 2020. His session focused on "What to Expect from a Metallurgical Failure Analysis." Read the article below to learn how to access the video recording.

NSL's Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) is a very useful tool for examining materials at up to 100,000x magnification. In this webinar, you will enjoy a first-hand presentation and demonstration of NSL's remote SEM capabilities to learn how it can be used in examining fracture surfaces, surface chemical analysis, and more. NSL metallurgists Rebecca Stawovy and Ben Schmidt show you what a live examination looks like and what kind of information the SEM can provide remotely for clients anywhere in the world.

NSL Analytical Services, Inc., an independent testing laboratory, successfully completed their ANAB ISO17025-2017 recertification audit and has demonstrated technical competence in the field of testing with no findings or observations.

With the advent of newer advanced manufacturing processes such as metal additive manufacturing, the technical specifications for raw materials have evolved and require a higher level of understanding regarding the unique properties of powder feedstocks. Similarly, the development of advanced materials, such as those used in novel batteries and sensors, has led to entirely new requirements in materials analysis.

NSL Analytical Services, Inc., an independent testing laboratory, was successfully audited and approved for continued accreditation by the Performance Review Institute (PRI Nadcap). This renewed accreditation represents a prestigious designation for the quality and competence of NSL Analytical’s services.