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Engineering Investigations

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Altran Solutions views problems from multiple perspectives - an integrated understanding of system operation, component design, and material behavior.

In fact, most testing laboratories analyze these components in isolation. The resulting view cannot present the whole performance picture. At Altran Solutions, we look at materials, performance, structure and design as they influence one another. Whether you're investigating failures or understanding performance, Altran Solutions delivers more reliable, comprehensive answers.

For example, one of the most common goals of our clients is greater product reliability. Complex factors may trigger failures and malfunctions: design deficiencies or operational/environmental conditions. One may lead to another in a cascade of failures.

To find the root cause of the problem, we apply broad-based engineering skills, materials expertise, forensic experience and a proven process. The resulting mitigations prevent failures and cost-effectively increase reliability.

Altran Solutions provides:

• Diverse range of corrosion engineering and materials degradation assessments - uses both on-site field services and laboratory based investigations.
• Integrate broad-based engineering skills along with materials knowledge and forensic techniques.
• Strong foundation in materials - ferrous and nonferrous metals, concrete, ceramics, elastomers, polymers, coatings and lubricants.
• Test components and materials during the design phase to avoid costly and time consuming operational and failures down-the-road.
• Evaluate systems for vulnerability to biological attacks and create ways to detect and control processes and fouling problems. (Microbiologically Influence Corrosion - MIC and Anti-Fouling Systems)
• Train and educate your staff on a variety of materials-related subjects, including corrosion, material selection, reliability improvement, aging assessments, and failure prevention.

Simulates process or field conditions via customized tests - e.g., mechanical, stress analysis, microbiological, fluids and materials.

Team of engineers, scientists and technical specialists who know how to tackle challenging engineering issues. Strong relationships with leading universities.