Laboratory analysis according to GRP-0087

Safran’s GRP-0087 procedure defines the quality requirements applicable to external service providers and suppliers within the group’s supply chain.

The reference GRP-0087 may define requirements specific to a customer, an industry sector or an internal specification. For companies in the metallurgy industry, the challenge is to obtain reliable results in order to qualify a raw material, inspect a part, investigate a non-conformity or support a production decision. At the Filab laboratory, the study begins with an examination of the applicable version of the standard, the material concerned and the expected acceptance criteria.

The analysis may concern metals, alloys, machined parts, semi-finished products, coatings or residues from an industrial process, subject to the sample being compatible with the selected tests. The declared grade, manufacturing history, surface condition and area of interest are essential information for guiding the analysis.

Technical methods are selected after reviewing the reference document and your requirements: composition determination, targeted element detection, comparison between samples or characterization of an anomaly. The choice of method depends in particular on the metal matrix, the elements being sought, the expected detection limits and the geometry of the part.

To process your request, send the current version of GRP-0087, any additional requirements, the list of characteristics to be checked and the desired reporting format. When available, acceptance criteria help frame the comparison of the results.

The Filab laboratory has obtained Laboratory Qualification from the SAFRAN Group . Filab develops a testing program consistent with the objective of your GRP-0087 analysis: identifying the elements to be checked, selecting sampling areas, preparing the sample and defining the expected results. When the standard imposes a specific method, tolerances or report format, these elements are incorporated into the request following a technical review. This approach makes it possible to adapt the investigation to your compliance, quality or materials expertise requirements.

The representativeness of the sample determines the relevance of the interpretation. The Filab laboratory can assist you in defining the quantity, packaging and identification of the samples. In the event of heterogeneity, it is recommended to distinguish the areas, surfaces or parts to be compared and to document their origin.

When the context warrants it, a chemical analysis can be combined with structural examinations or localized observation of an area of interest. To further characterize the microstructure and elemental composition, discover the services offered by the TEM analysis laboratory. The investigation may also include an inclusion analysis depending on the requirements of the technical file.

Also specify the type and number of samples, their dimensions, the desired lead time and the context: supplier receipt, production inspection, qualification, dispute or failure. To link the analytical results to your manufacturing practices, the Filab laboratory can also support you through an industrial process audit.

Send the GRP-0087 standard and your specifications; describe the samples and their intended use context; specify the characteristics to be assessed; agree on the analysis plan with Filab laboratory; ship the identified samples once the handling conditions have been approved.