Announcing MGA’s New Materials Testing Laboratory in Alabama

Materials testing is a crucial aspect of ensuring product safety, durability, and compliance across industries. From automotive to aerospace, understanding material performance under various conditions is essential. To continue supporting our customers with industry-leading testing capabilities, MGA is excited to announce the launch of our new Materials Lab at our Alabama facility.

Our comprehensive materials test lab is equipped to perform a wide array of tests, ranging from horizontal flammability testing, Taber abrasion, and scratch and mar evaluations to universal testing machine (UTM) assessments and more. With A2LA certification #1196.02 and compliance with ISO 17025, we are committed to delivering precise and reliable results that meet the highest industry standards.

The MGA Advantage: Our Testing Capabilities

Our materials testing process is designed to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with regulatory standards and FMVSS testing requirements.

Services currently supported in our new Alabama laboratory include:

• Flammability Testing: Evaluating materials for resistance to ignition and flame spread under controlled conditions.
• Abrasion & Wear Testing: Conducting Taber abrasion, scratch and mar, and other durability assessments to determine material longevity.
• Physical Property Testing: Utilizing UTM for tensile testing, compression testing, and flexural strength testing.
• Environmental Exposure Testing: Assessing how materials respond to humidity resistance, thermal cycling, and heat aging.

With our extensive experience in component-level testing, our customers can expect precise evaluations that align with safety testing and compliance testing requirements. Throughout the entire testing process, our team maintains open communication, ensuring that any modifications or additional requirements can be seamlessly integrated.

Industries We Serve

·       Automotive (OEMs, crash test facilities, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers)

·       Aerospace (flight qualification, structural integrity testing)

·       Battery Industry (battery abuse testing, energy storage systems)

·       Consumer Goods (durability and environmental testing for materials)

Quality Assurance & Certification

As an A2LA-certified laboratory, MGA upholds the highest standards in materials testing. Our rigorous validation procedures include:

1. Specimen Preparation & Conditioning – Ensuring test samples are properly prepared according to customer needs.
2. Test Execution – Conducting precise and repeatable assessments.
3. Data Analysis & Reporting – Providing detailed insights and regulatory compliance verification.
4. Customer Review & Approval – Collaborating to confirm results meet expectations.

Partner With MGA for Materials Testing Excellence

Our new Alabama lab enhances our ability to serve industries requiring reliable component-level testing. Whether you need compliance testing, durability testing, or reliability testing, MGA’s expert team is ready to assist.

For inquiries about our materials testing capabilities, please reach out through our online contact form.

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