Mechanical Testing
QCS.Otago Ltd provides comprehensive Mechanical Testing Services to ensure the strength,
durability, and compliance of welded materials and components. Our testing services align with
Australian, New Zealand, American, and British standards for welding & welder
qualifications as well as material performance.
Mechanical Testing Services Offered:
✅ Tensile Testing – Measures the ultimate tensile strength (UTS), yield strength, and elongation
of welded and base materials.
✅ Bend Testing – Assesses weld ductility and soundness through guided and free bend tests.
✅ Fracture Testing – Evaluates a material’s resistance to crack propagation.
✅ Hardness Testing (Brinell, Rockwell & Vickers) – Evaluates the hardness of welds and
heat-affected zones.
✅ Macro Examination – Evaluates weld profiles and penetration.
Standards & Codes Covered:
Australian & New Zealand Standards
✅ AS/NZS 1554 – Structural steel welding.
✅ AS/NZS 3992 – Pressure equipment welding.
✅ AS/NZS 2980 – Welder qualification testing.
✅ AS/NZS 2205 – Methods for destructive testing of welds.
✅ AS/NZS 3679 – Mechanical properties of structural steel.
American Standards
✅ AWS D1.1 – Structural welding testing requirements.
✅ ASME Section IX – Welding and brazing procedure qualification.
✅ ASTM E8/E8M – Standard test method for tensile testing.
British & International Standards
✅ BS EN ISO 15614-1 – Welding procedure qualification.
✅ BS EN ISO 9016 – Destructive tests on welds.
✅ BS EN 10002 – Tensile testing of metallic materials.
✅ BS EN ISO 6506-1 – Brinell hardness testing.
Why Choose QCS.Otago Ltd?
✔ Certified & Accredited Testing – Fully compliant with AS/NZS, AWS, ASME, and BS
standards.
✔ State-of-the-Art Equipment – Advanced lab and on-site testing capabilities.
✔ Experienced Technicians – Qualified professionals ensuring accurate and reliable test results.
✔ Fast Turnaround – Efficient testing with prompt reporting.
