Company Overview

MechTest (Advanced Materials Testing Services Pty Ltd) provides a comprehensive range of materials testing services to industries across Australia from our Brisbane facility in Archerfield, QLD. Our expert team, comprising Materials Engineers, Metallurgists, Engineering Technologists, and Laboratory Technicians, brings over 35 years of combined experience, delivering high-quality testing services to the Power, Oil & Gas, Mining, and Fabrication sectors across Australia and Asia.

Our Commitment

At MechTest, we continually enhance our capabilities to meet the evolving needs of our clients. The services listed below represent our core offerings, but our expertise extends beyond these. Contact us to discuss your testing requirements and discover how MechTest can support your project. MechTest is NATA accredited For detailed information on what’s covered by our NATA scope, please visit http://www.nata.com.au or contact us directly.

Our Services

-Mechanical Testing

-Tensile / Compression Testing (1000 kN capacity)

-Charpy Impact Testing

-Automated Hardness Testing (Vickers and Rockwell)

-Hydrostatic Pressure Testing (Burst Testing Cabinet up to 175 MPa / 25,000 psi)

-GFRP Tensile Testing

-Strand Testing and Strand Wire Testing

-Reinforcing Material

-Coefficient of Friction (Slip Factor) Testing

-Splice Coupler Testing for the determination of Tensile Strength, Slip Properties

-Lab and On-Site Proof Load Testing of Anchors

Weld Testing

-Compliance testing of welded test specimens:

-Tensile Testing

-Bend Testing

-Break Testing

-Impact Testing

-Macro Testing

Polyethylene Pipe Testing

-Butt Fusion Flexural Bend Testing (BS EN 12814)

-Butt Fusion Tensile Testing (ISO 13953)

-Electro Fusion Peel Decohesion Testing (ISO 13954)

-Electro Fusion Crush Decohesion Testing (ISO 13955)

-Electro Fusion Saddle Testing (ISO 13956)

-Electro Fusion Strip Bend Testing (ISO 21751)

Product and Structural Testing

-Scaffolding Systems, Tube & Coupler, Towers

-Planks, Couplers, Stairways, and Components

-Edge Protection Systems

-Access Covers and Grates

-Formwork

-Ladders and Stairways

-Proof Testing of products

-Pool Fencing

-Temporary Hoardings

-Vehicle Jacks and ramps

-Research & Product Development Testing

-Product Performance Testing (1000 kN capacity)

Metallurgical Testing

-Failure Investigation

-In-Situ Metallurgical Replication

-Material Identification (XRF/PMI, OES, and ICP)

Corrosion Testing

Construction Materials Testing (CMT)

-Tensile Bond Strength Testing of Concrete, Grout Repairs and Strengthening Systems

-Concrete Testing to determine the compressive strength of Cubes, Cores and Cylinders

-Flexural Strength Concrete Testing Beams

Why Choose MechTest? Largest Independent Mechanical NATA-Accredited Laboratory on the East Coast of Australia: MechTest is the leading choice for high-quality, independent mechanical testing, with a team of 15 professionals, including Materials Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Civil Engineers, and experienced Technicians.

Industry-Leading Expertise: With over 100 years of combined experience, our team provides unmatched knowledge and technical proficiency.

NATA Accreditation: We uphold the highest standards of quality and compliance, ensuring reliable and accurate testing results.

Comprehensive Testing Solutions: From mechanical and metallurgical testing to product validation, we offer an extensive range of services under one roof.

Advanced Technology & Equipment: Our state-of-the-art facility and cutting-edge testing methods guarantee precision and efficiency.

Client-Centric Approach: We prioritise our clients’ needs, providing tailored solutions, fast turnaround times, and exceptional customer service.

Commitment to Innovation: Continual development and investment in new testing capabilities keep us ahead of industry demands.