About Element Hitchin Materials Testing Laboratory
Element Hitchin (Materials Testing) has over 25 years of experience in delivering world-class materials expertise in polymers, elastomers, thermoplastics, composites and structural adhesive related testing services to the Aerospace, Transportation, Medical and Energy sectors.
Element Hitchin’s highly qualified polymer and other advanced materials experts provide a comprehensive range of highly specialized services to clients from across the world - from Australia, China and Europe to India, the Middle East, North America, South America and the UK.
These services include:
- Fluid exposures
- High pressure gas testing
- Accelerated ageing
- Mechanical testing
- Finite Element Modelling
- Seals and sealing technology
- Life prediction
- Failure analysis
- Independent inspections
Bespoke Tests
Element Hitchin also has many years experience in designing, building and operating fixtures, rigs and pressure vessels for application-specific testing and qualification. Examples include:
- XHPHT (2000 bar), (300°C)
- Permeation, diffusion studies
- Cold testing
- Extrusion
- Visual observation of materials and small seals in pressurised fluids
Compliance and capabilities at Element Hitchin
- Polymers
- Elastomers
- Thermoplastics
- Composites
- Structural adhesives
- Seals and sealing technology
- Materials and small seals in pressurized fluids
Global expertise
Working with Element, you have access to our global network of materials testing and product qualification test experts. Meet our Engaged Experts.