In-house quality control. Wire after wire.
IFP chemical and metallographic laboratory ensures that each product is reliable thanks to full testing and traceability.
The value of integrated quality control
In a business where tensile strength and consistent performance are essential, quality control cannot be outsourced.
IFP integrates the chemical and metallographic laboratory in its production plant, which means a direct competitive advantage for the customer.
The tasks of IFP laboratory
Quality control around the clock
The laboratory is an integral part of the production process.
Every lot of steel wire rod or steel wire is tested by means of several controls, from raw material to finished product.
Chemical composition
Metallographic microstructure
Tensile strength and ductility
Uniformity of thermal treatment
Adherence and coating thickness
Mechanical characteristics
Corrosion test
Technologies and up-to-date equipment
Among the equipment present in the IFP laboratory we can count:
Spectrometers for chemical analyses
Metallographic microscopes
Traction machines and reverse bend testing machines
Measurement instruments for zinc, Zn/Al & phosphate coatings
Climate testing chamber for salt spray test at controlled temperature and humidity
Technical traceability
Label on packaging
Records of past tests
Technical support during product development
It analyses technical needs of customers
It helps prevent problems during successive processes
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The advantages for the customer
Mechanical and chemical reliability
Saving on outsourced tests
Technical support
More reliability when purchasing
Less risk of claims
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