WE ARE TRUSTED BY THE
WORLD’S LEADING COMPANIES
Serving companies nationally and internationally, MSI operates from a cutting-edge facility located in Dayton, Ohio.
It is one of the only labs in the region capable of performing specialized failure analysis for critical industries.
MSI offers consulting and failure analysis in addition to comprehensive, competent and timely
metallurgical testing and analysis. We are equipped to handle a broad scope of services:
Trusted by Leading Companies
MSI’s metallurgists have a tremendous depth of knowledge and a broad-range of experience in
analyzing manufacturing processes, resolving complex manufacturing dilemmas, and avoiding common pitfalls.
"Middletown Tube Works, Inc. partnership with MSI allows us to quickly respond to material issues for our customers.
Their comprehensive analysis gives us the ability to focus on resolving issues quickly to minimize impact on customers."
"When issues arise, having good data and good analysis are key to getting to the bottom of any problem.
Brian and his team at MSI have been able to help us and our customers find solutions to problems not readily evident."
"MSI has provided metallurgical and forensic analysis for General Engine Products for over 19 years.
They provided timely and accurate analysis which has allowed us to make decisive plans for resolution to critical issues."
"For over five years, MSI has been our “go to” laboratory for services outside our own capabilities and even for collaboration and corroboration with our internal facilities.
Brian and his team at MSI lab are real professionals."
MSI Services
Our GE-S400 & A2LA Accredited, lab offers a range of services with a quick turnaround while providing concise reports and accurate results that exceed our client's expectations.
Failure Analysis
When you need quick answers or a formal report, MSI has the expertise and the facilities for fast and accurate results.
Metal Property Testing
Comprehensive testing for strength, n-value, R-value, impact resistance and hardness.
Metallography
Microstructure evaluation using state-of-the-art technology for grain size, alpha case, recast layer, carburization, decarburization, cleanliness and coating analysis.
Coating Analysis
Experienced in the analysis and evaluation of thermal spray coatings, adhesion properties and to predict coating deficiencies in metals.
Metal Chemical Analysis
A2LA Accredited using Leco Glow Discharge Spectroscopy, Eltra carbon and sulfur combustion methods and energy dispersive spectroscopy techniques, providing quick turnaround, concise reports and accurate results.
Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
MSI leverages this powerful and versatile tool designed for directly studying fracture surfaces for mode of failure and fracture initiation sites identifying corrosion products inclusions and other surface anomalies.
Macro/Micro Hardness Evaluations
MSI experts perform hardness testing with equipment precisely calibrated to the appropriate hardness scales. Scales evaluated include Rockwell C, B, superficial, Brinell, Vickers and Knoop.
Legal and expert witness services
Looking for an expert?
Dr. Brian Joyce consults and testifies for law firms and insurance companies regarding industrial forensic and litigation support to companies globally.
Our Expertise
MSI's metallurgists have a tremendous depth of knowledge and broad-range experience in
analyzing manufacturing processes, resolving complex manufacturing dilemmas, and avoiding common pitfalls.
Brian Joyce, PhD
Dr. Brian Joyce is the owner and director of Metallurgical Solutions, Inc., established in 2002, a commercial testing laboratory providing metals testing, industrial forensic and litigation support to companies around the world.
Discover the service and quality advantages of partnering with MSI.
