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Researchers Discover Material With ‘Memory’

A team of researchers at EPFL (École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne) - one of Europe’s leading science and technology institutions - claim to have discovered a material that can ‘learn like the…

What Is Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)?

If you’re looking to investigate the integrity and condition of a material then one of the best ways of doing so can be via what’s called non-destructive testing. More commonly known by the…

New Film Developed to Boost Solar Cell Efficiency

Here at The Lab we’re always on the lookout for new materials innovations which could benefit our clients - and a new thin film which promises to boost solar cell efficiency certainly looks like it…

Why Bunker Fuel Oil Analysis Is More Important Than Ever

With rising fuel costs, supply chain disruptions resulting from the war in Ukraine, and the entry onto the market of sanction-breaking oil, fuel quality issues are becoming an increasing concern for…

Shell to Build Europe’s Largest Renewable Hydrogen Plant

This week has seen global energy giant Shell take a final investment decision (FID) on Holland Hydrogen I, which on completion will be Europe’s largest renewable hydrogen plant. Expected to become…

Materials Testing

The Lab’s materials testing and technical engineering capabilities Aside from our team of highly experienced and expert materials testing professionals, The Lab is also kitted out with…

Electromagnetic Technologies for Surface Inspection

Welds - using Sharck probe (TECA) and I-Flex probe (ECA) The Lab also has TECA and ECA probes which are specially designed to inspect certain types of weld and other surfaces. The Sharck and…

Electromagnetic Technologies for Tubing Inspections

Tubing can play a critical role in the overall functioning of assets, machinery and systems. So, it’s crucial that it’s inspected on a regular basis to detect damage or defects that could…

Third Party Review Services and Witnessed Independent Analysis

Our highly experienced and expert professionals are on hand to review reports and evidence supplied from a third party on your behalf. They are able to offer the best confidential and…

Paint and Coatings Analysis

Appropriate paint and coatings play a vital role in maintaining the integrity, condition and serviceability of vessels, vehicles and other equipment. In the event that paint systems or coatings…