Martens hardness test
The Martens hardness test, also known as universal hardness test or instrumental indentation test for hardness, serves to determine certain important characteristics of the mechanical properties of materials in a fast and comparatively inexpensive way compared to other methods used in industrial engineering. In this article, we explain what the Martens hardness test is and […]
Vickers hardness test: What does it consist of?
The Vickers hardness test is an easy-to-apply method for measuring the hardness of a wide variety of materials used in industry. In this article, we explain what the Vickers hardness test is and what it is used for. What is the Vickers hardness test? The Vickers hardness test is a method developed in 1924 by […]
Interview with Javier Sanz. JS, young and over-prepared
JS is the initials of Javier Sanz, CEO of Infinitia, and also the initials of a young man who is well prepared. Born in Zaragoza, from an early age it was clear to him that his professional career would be marked by analytical research of components. D. in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Zaragoza, […]
Chemical analysis of materials: What is it?
Chemical testing and analysis of materials is essential to understand their quality and composition, to comply with regulations and to develop innovative materials that provide effective solutions. In this article, we will explain what chemical analysis is and what it is used for. 1 What is chemical analysis of materials and what is it for?2 […]
Mechanical properties testing: Materials put to the test
Mechanical properties tests are carried out to evaluate materials, their applications and to ensure that they fulfill the purpose for which they were designed. In this article, we will explain what mechanical properties are and analyze the materials tests that can be carried out in an industrial laboratory. 1 Mechanical properties of materials1.1 Resistance1.2 Toughness1.3 […]
Biodegradation of a product: Analysis and regulations
The use of biodegradable, compostable, disintegrable and ecotoxicity-free materials are trends that cannot be stopped. More and more consumers are demanding environmentally friendly biodegradable products and manufacturers have to comply with new regulations. In this article, we explain what biodegradability is and how different materials are tested according to regulations. 1 What is biodegradability?2 Industrial […]
Rheology and rheological properties of materials
Rheology studies the deformation and flow of matter. It is a science of great importance in industry, since it is closely related to the structure and behavior of materials. In this post, we explain what rheology is and what the rheological properties of materials consist of. What is rheology? Rheology is the branch of physics […]
Flexure test on materials. When are they performed?
Flexure tests are carried out to obtain information on the flexural properties of materials intended for industrial use or research and development. In this article, we explain what a flexure test is, how and when it is performed and its usefulness in industry. 1 What is a flexure test?2 How a bending test is performed3 […]
Rockwell hardness testing. What does it consist of?
The Rockwell hardness test is a method used to measure the hardness of metallic materials, essential in industry, engineering and design to ensure the required degree of hardness of a given metal. In this article, we will explain what the Rockwell hardness test is and what it is used for. 1 What is the Rockwell […]
What is the state of the art and what does it allow
The state of the art refers to the highest level of development that has been achieved to date in a design, process, material or technique and is a key point in any industrial engineering project. In this article, we will explain what it is and what benefits it brings to the industry. What is the […]
