Matco Associates, Inc. is one of the leading independent consulting, engineering, and testing firms specializing in the fields of failure analysis, corrosion, metallurgical engineering, cathodic protection systems, materials selection, and coatings. Matco's team of professionals have extensive experience and are well qualified to conduct full investigations on the causes of material failures. We can also provide technical analysis, investigative research and development, and assistance in making the right material choices, particularly where the environment may be a consideration.

Matco has created a niche in the market by offering efficient and creative problem solving abilities, rapid turn-around times, and a fully equipped lab boasting state-of-the-art equipment, including: three Scanning Electron Microscopes equipped with EDS to evaluate surfaces at high magnifications for fracture modes, defects, contaminants and corrosion products, a brand new FTIR unit for identification of organic contaminants, oils, paints, and fibers, and a computerized OLM Analysis System for evaluation of microstructures. This equipment allows Matco engineers to analyze materials and establish the all-important link between the failure mechanism, properties, and microstructure. Matco's well equipped lab and our highly trained professional staff can provide you with all of your testing, analysis, and materials selection needs.

Throughout the years, we have noticed that much of our business comes from repeat customers. Our expertise and well-equipped lab can account for much of this, but we believe there is something more to it. We attribute it to the fact that we promote an open and friendly environment that is never too busy to meet your needs. At Matco, we value your business whether you are a large corporation or a small enterprise. We will provide you with the attention you need and deserve. We invite you to visit us and get to know our staff, and share in the learning experience.