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Testing Services

With over 100 years of testing experience, Element offers industry-leading testing services, including product testing services and materials testing services, helping you confirm that your materials and products are safe, compliant, and fit for purpose - every time. Delivered by 8,500 experts across 270+ global locations, our bespoke solutions give you the technical clarity and speed you need to move forward with confidence.

Why Element are global leaders in Testing Services

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100+ Years Testing Leadership
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270+ Accredited Global Laboratories
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Sector-Specific, Customised Test Plans
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Transparent, End-to-End Support
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When you’re designing, developing, or launching materials or products, testing isn’t optional - it’s mission critical. At Element, we know how much is riding on every result. That’s why we’ve spent over 100 years building one of the world’s most trusted networks for product and materials testing. 

Our comprehensive testing solutions span the most demanding and highly regulated sectors, including aerospace, connected technologies, construction, defense, digital engineering, energy, environmental, life sciences, medical devices, and more. Whether you need mechanical and destructive testing, non-destructive testing (NDT), compliance validation, or materials characterization, we’ve got the expertise and equipment to handle it. 

What makes Element different? We're not just a lab – we’re a global network of 270+ ISO 17025 accredited laboratories, powered by 8,500 expert technicians, engineers, and scientists who partner with you every step of the way. From the initial inquiry to final reports, you’ll get regular updates, tailored test plans, and total transparency so there are no surprises, only results. 

Our bespoke approach means your test program is built around your needs, your product, your timeline. And because we operate to the highest international standards - including ISO 9001, AS 9100, and Nadcap - you can trust that your results will stand up to scrutiny anywhere in the world. 

When failure is not an option, Element is your assurance partner - validating performance, proving safety, and accelerating compliance. 

Your Challenges, Our Solutions

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Complex Regulatory Landscapes

We capture your testing requirements with precision and deliver them through accredited labs, so you meet international regulations with confidence and clarity.
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Testing Delays and Bottlenecks

With 270+ labs across the world, we provide fast, flexible access to the testing services you need - wherever you need them - reducing disruption and keeping your project moving.
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Lack of Visibility

You’ll always know where things stand. From the moment you reach out for testing to the final report, we’ll keep you informed with clear, timely project updates that support better planning and faster decisions.

Why Choose Element

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Test Plans, Built Around You

Customised solutions aligned to your specific materials, products, and project goals.

Global Network, Local Expertise

270+ labs worldwide providing consistent quality and quicker turnaround wherever you're based.

Sector Specialists, Not Generalists

Dedicated experts for industries like aerospace, defense, energy, and life sciences.

Fully Accredited, Globally Trusted

ISO 17025, ISO 9001, AS 9100, and Nadcap certified - we meet the world’s most rigorous standards.

100+
Years in Testing

Proven heritage across global industries

8,500
Technical Experts

Sector-specialised teams at your service

270+
Laboratories Worldwide

Global reach with local delivery

ISO 17025
Certified

Testing quality you can trust
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+1 888 786 7555

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