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SUCCESS ANALYSIS
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VITAL STATISTICS
In business since 1945, NSL Analytical is not only one of
the oldest independent materials testing laboratories in
the U.S., but also one of the most comprehensive under
one roof. Unlike some other labs that only offer certain
services in specific geographic areas, NSL is known for its
broad range of testing capabilities to serve the aerospace,
nuclear, refractory, medical, and metalworking industries,
among others. The company’s success can be attributed to
delivering consistent results demanded by these industries.
Another advantage is the ability to produce results in three
to five days in most cases, rather than weeks.
The company began as a chemistry lab offering
trace element analysis. Over the years, metallurgical
evaluations, failure analysis, mechanical testing,
consulting services, polymers testing, thermal analysis,
and several other specialized materials testing services
were added to meet the needs for product improvements
and research. In 2013, the company invested more than
$1.6 million in an expanded and dedicated metallurgical
testing facility just down the street from the analytical
lab. The facility has more than 43,000 ft2 of testing space
for instruments and evaluations.
SUCCESS FACTORS
Company leaders say they can trace success to their
anchors of “trust, technology, and turnaround.” With the
development of an underlying and robust quality system,
the lab is able to keep a continuous focus on testing quality.
By actively participating in Nadcap committees, ISO, and
the ASTM standards organization, the company is helping
guide the industry in testing methodologies. Investments
continue to me made in a computerized LIMS system
(laboratory information management system), state-of-
the-art instrumentation, and ongoing training of chemists,
metallurgists, and technicians.
ABOUT THE INNOVATORS
Traditionally, many companies have had to split their
testing needs between several different suppliers to
meet various requirements, but NSL is able to identify,
characterize, and perform other related functions
in one stop using a wide range of capabilities and
strategic partnerships.
WHAT’S NEXT
NSL’s technical team and the collective power of its
scientists to solve challenging problems is helping facilitate
growth into new and emerging markets.
Contact Details
NSL Analytical Services Inc.
4450 Cranwood Parkway, Cleveland, OH 44128
800.497.6765,
SPECIMENNAME: NSL ANALYTICAL SERVICES INC.
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X-ray analysis can be used for ceramic and glass materials.
Analyzing samples on the GC-MS in the NSL organic lab.