Materials testing is a technique used to check the physical and mechanical properties of raw materials and various components. It is done for many reasons and provides vital information about tested materials, prototypes, and product samples. The data gathered from testing can be useful for engineers, product designers, and product managers. Material testing is usually done in a material testing lab. 




Testing is done for meeting regulatory requirements, selecting the right materials for an application, assessing product design, and confirming product specifications. 




DIFFERENT TYPES OF MATERIALS TESTING  




There are many types of testing that can be done in material testing laboratories. It can help to understand what material would best suit a certain purpose. Testing methods can include: 




WE CONDUCT DIFFERENT TYPES OF MATERIALS TESTING  WHICH ARE AS FOLLOWS  




1.PLASTIC INDUSTRY: As Per IS 9845 Laboratory to assure the quality of plastic product By Overall Migration & Color Migration Test, For Specific Migration ICPMS can be used to identify Trace Metals  and GC/MS can be used to identify harmful chemicals and toxins Test as to be done by Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate. 




2. FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRY: Food manufacturers use plastics for packaging purposes. Overall Migration & Color Migration Test can be done for 10 days in Oven (40°C) to  Identify the taste and Odor in Plastics, So we can find solvent residue in plastics. GC/MS headspace analysis can help identify contaminants in the food. Other than migration test can we check bursting strength. 




Other regular tests being done for these industry are  





  • ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY TRAINING: This type of testing is mostly done on food products. The different components of a food product are chemically separated and tested for PH, additives, preservatives, contaminants, and color. 





  • MICROBIOLOGY TESTING: Microbiology testing is done to identify harmful microorganisms and bacteria in food products that are harmful to health. 





  • CONTAMINANT ANALYSIS: Contaminant analysis is done to determine the level of pesticides and heavy metals in food.   




WHICH INDUSTRIES CAN BENEFIT FROM USING MATERIAL TESTING IN QUALITY CONTROL PROCESSES?  




Material testing can be used in a number of industries to improve quality control processes: 




1. PLASTIC INDUSTRY: Many manufacturers use plastics during the product design and packaging stage. During the last few years, many companies and consumers have grown apprehensive about the significant amount of toxins in manufactured plastic products. Material testing processes like FTIR and GC/MS can be used to identify harmful chemicals and toxins. 




2. PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY: Many pharmaceutical labs use solvents like ethanol while producing their products but if these solvents are not properly eliminated, they can affect the quality of the end product. Medicines are ingested by people so these solvents have to be removed so that they don’t pose any significant health hazards.   




3. FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRY: Food manufacturers use plastics for packaging purposes. Harmful toxins and solvent residue in plastics can completely alter the taste or odor of the food. GC/MS headspace analysis can help identify contaminants in the food.   




SMSLA is one of the top material testing labs in India offering services like product testing, environment testing, and inspection services. 



In order to meet the existing regulatory requirements of BIS , WHO , ICAR, EU & other regulatory bodies and also to be in  coherence with the in-place water safety procedures, drinking water testing is crucial. The whole purpose of water testing services is to analyze pollutant-free characteristics of the water and evaluate the true quality of drinking water with the help of standard drinking water testing procedures and rigorous testing at scale. 




The water industry directly affects everyone's lives from homeowners to businesses to government organizations. Water testing services can help government organizations to test and regulate the quality of water to protect their civilian populations from potential health dangers and deadly water-borne diseases. Drinking water test is crucial for homeowners and families who are facing water quality issues and want to ensure that the water is suitable and reliable for daily consumption.  




Today major threat being industrial waste leaching into drinking water systems, all-time high pollution rate, and depletion of natural resources, keeping a regular track of drink water tests conducted at the source of water to ensure its safety for business purposes, agriculture purposes, domestic purposes, or for public municipalities and private homeowners consumption purposes.  




Importance of drink water test 




All over the world, a major proportion of the world population solely replies on the private water supply which is mostly independent water bodies such as ponds, dugouts, and wells. If a larger proportion of the population is exposed to poor quality water then it may lead to severe economic, social, and health disasters. Hence, in order to prevent such disasters beforehand, frequent drinking water testing should be conducted and the quality of drinking water must be checked at the source to eliminate the potential hazards and to avoid consumption of contaminated water.  




Water testing services with the help of testing procedures and testing facilities can offer in-depth knowledge on the existing quality of water which will help address the problem. Such examination also protects from every potential cause of water contamination and helps verify that the appropriate approach is involved by the respective treatment facilities for treating water.  




A complete Water testing services report helps in making a well-informed decision regarding the possible use of the water ranging from irrigation to livestock watering to drinking water to spraying water.  




Frequency of Drinking water testing 




You can be assured about the quality of water only if a set of standard drinking water tests are performed at least once every year irrespective of the source of water. When it comes to your home-based tap water, testing for chlorine levels of the water, pH levels of the water, and bacteria become extremely important for preventing hazards. On the other hand, it is highly recommended by experts to test well water supplies for the presence of bacteria, pesticides, pharmacologically active substances and standard chemical sets. 




If you find that the water you use has changed - the water has turned cloudy, or there is some sort of strong odor in the water, then you should immediately schedule a drink water test which is conducted by the Water testing services. 




SMSLA global tenders a diverse range of services which consists of testing services, inspection services, training services, advisory services, and also seafood packaging material testing services as well as it also conducts environmental analysis, carries our social compliance initiatives, research and development, method development, nutritional profile, and shelf-life studies with the help of the incredible infrastructure and highly equipped facilities. 



When you move into a new house, your relatives or friends may suggest you get the quality of the water supply checked. Though municipalities treat the water before supplying it to you, it is advisable to purify it before consumption. Water may collect a lot of soluble contaminants  as it travels through storage tanks and pipes to your home. While these contaminants are not visible to the naked eye, they can impact your health as they tend to accumulate  in your body. Unclean water is associated with a lot of severe health hazards making it a necessity to perform drinking water testing.  




Water testing is carried out to ensure that the quality of water supplied to your household is safe to drink and free from environmental risks and potential health disorders. Laboratory tests are considered to be the most effective way to detect a wide range of contaminants present in the water. They cover a wide range of pollutants and give 100% accurate results.  




However, when getting the water samples tested in a laboratory seems infeasible, you can make use of the home water testing kits. These kits provide water testing services that serve as a preliminary check for the water quality and can give you an idea of its purity in a matter of minutes.  




If you are noticing signs of hard water at home, it is important to determine the next steps to fix the problem. Some of the common signs of hard water at home include- spotty dishes, soap that doesn’t lather easily, tubs and showers are hard to clean, faucets, drains and showerheads have accumulated white crust around them. The first step towards fixing these problems is to perform a quick at-home drinking water test and check the level of purity of the water. Understanding the severity of the problem will help you find the right solution.  




How does Drinking water testing at home work? 




With the modernization and advancements in chemistry, we can now detect the presence of hundreds of harmful chemicals and bacteria in the water at home. You can purchase a test kit that performs drinking water testing. After a laboratory, this is the most sophisticated way of determining the water purity levels. This kit comes with a few test strips and a color chart.  




Follow the following steps to get accurate results from your test.  




Step 1: Fill a glass with tap water. Do not filter or boil the water before performing the test. 




Step 2: Insert the test strip in the glass and wait for a few seconds. 




Note: Do not stick the strip under running tap water instead of dipping it in the glass, as this can lead to inaccurate results.  




Step 3: Remove the strip from the water after a few seconds and compare its colour with the colour chart that came with the drink water test kit. Every colour on the chart refers to the number of pollutants in the water, generally measured in grains per gallon (gpg).  




However, before you sign up for water testing services for your home, it is important to understand the acceptable purity levels of water. Every country has their own standards of water quality. In India, we have the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and the Ministry of water services that determine the quality of water. These standards define the acceptable amount of every element present in drinking water. Understanding these acceptable values if necessary while performing drinking water testing at home. 




Here are the general parameters containing the acceptable and permissible standards of elements in drinking water as defined by BIS.  




Testing Parameters (in mg/L) Acceptable Limits Permissible Limits 
Aluminium 0.03 0.2 
Arsenic 0.01 0.05 
Ammonia 0.5 No Relaxation 
Anionic Detergents 0.2 1.0 
Barium 0.7 No Relaxation 
Boron 0.5 1.0 
Calcium 75 200 
Chloramines No Relaxation 
Chloride 250 1000 
Copper 0.05 1.5 



NOTE: These standards are as defined by the Bureau of Indian Standards and are subject to change. To check for the latest updates, visit their website. 




The Bottom Line: At-home water testing services are easy to perform and give you a realistic picture of how pure your drinking water truly is. It checks the presence of heavy metals, dissolved contaminants and other impurities in drinking water. Knowing your water profile is the first step towards finding the appropriate solution for any water-related problem. 


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