Characterization of the nature of a deposit or pollution
What is a deposit?
A deposit or contaminant may be metallic, mineral or organic in nature. However, the origin of a deposit is not always easy to identify. It may be present upon receipt of the raw material, appear during the production process or emerge in its final environment.
The deposit may be identified in isolation or on the surface of a material. In the latter case, interactions with and attacks from the environment may lead to the formation of residual particles on the surface of a material, referred to as a deposit or contaminant.
A team of experts offers specialist testing and analysis techniques for deposits and contaminants
Our deposit analysis services
For more than 20 years, FILAB laboratory has had the experience and specialized analytical equipment required to meet the needs of surface analysis and characterization, as well as deposit or contaminant analysis on materials. Through tailored support, FILAB laboratory analyzes your challenges and guides you through to the interpretation of the results with the following expert services:
SEM
Metallic
Mineral
Organic
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Why FILAB?
As an independent laboratory staffed by a team of experienced doctors and engineers, FILAB guarantees the reliability of its analytical results, ensures the rapid processing of requests, and provides personalised support to its clients.
Tailored Support
- 5,200 m² of analytical park
- Urgency & responsiveness
- COFRAC ISO 17025 accredited laboratory
- Dual expertise in chemistry & materials
What are the impacts of a deposit or contamination on a material’s durability?
The performance of a material is directly linked to the properties of its surface. Thus, the formation of a deposit or the presence of contamination on a material can lead to material failure. This failure may be of a:
- visual nature (appearance of a stain, irregularities, color change, etc.)
- functional nature (adhesion issues, harmfulness, etc.)
Therefore, assessing the cleanliness of a surface according to legal standards or internal company standards is an essential step in the production or maintenance process of a material. Identifying the chemical nature of a deposit or detecting contamination through an analytical laboratory makes it possible to define the necessary actions for its removal before it is placed on the market.
How did FILAB help a client determine the nature of a deposit found at the bottom of a tank?
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To get a quote, you can contact our teams via our contact form, by phone, or by email.
All you need to do is send us your requirements (material type, desired analysis, any applicable standard, urgency, number of samples, etc.). We will then send you a tailored technical and pricing proposal within 24-48 hours.
Lead times vary depending on the nature of the analysis and the complexity of the expert assessment project.
However, FILAB is committed to providing fast turnaround times tailored to your industrial constraints and urgent needs.
A deposit is an unwanted substance (solid, liquid, or paste-like) present either on its own or on the surface of a material. In an industrial environment, this contamination may be metallic, mineral, or organic. It often results from a chemical interaction with the environment or from a failure during the manufacturing process.
The origin of a deposit can vary according to three key stages:
Raw materials : Contamination present as soon as the components are received.
Production process : Machine wear, cutting fluid residues, or improper handling.
Final environment : Chemical reaction, corrosion, or cross-contamination during storage
FILAB laboratory uses a multi-technique approach to characterize a deposit:
SEM-EDX : For morphology and elemental composition (metals, minerals).
Micro-FTIR : To identify organic compounds (polymers, greases, fibers).
Micro-Raman : For precise molecular analysis at the micrometric scale.
Deposit analysis makes it possible to:
Identify the exact source of the contamination.
Validate product compliance
Reduce production scrap and avoid customer/supplier disputes.
Yes. Our expertise covers a wide range of substrates: metals, plastics, ceramics, glass, and medical devices. We also work on both isolated particles and thin layers adhering to a surface.
Why trust FILAB laboratory to characterise the nature of a deposit or contamination?
Industry experience
- Aerospace, energy, defense, metallurgy
- Chemicals, healthcare, medical devices
Our references:
- SAFRAN
- FRAMATOME
- EDF
- DASSAULT AVIATION
- Aubert & Duval
- Airbus Defence & Space
- Liebherr
An expert at your side
Materials and Metallurgy Expert
Thomas Gautier supports materials analysis, failure analysis, and metallurgy projects.
Materials and Polymer Expert
Thomas Rousseau supports materials and polymer characterisation projects.
What our clients say
"I used Filab for a chemical analysis. Very satisfied with the service. Responsive team, deadlines met, and a clear analysis report. I recommend them."
"Very responsive laboratory, with excellent analysis quality and deadlines met. Communication is smooth, the technical explanations are clear, and the team knows how to adapt to specific needs. I recommend them for their professionalism and reliability!"
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Where to find us and how to contact us
FILAB Laboratory
Ecoparc Dijon Bourgogne
80 rue Jean-Louis Auguste Petitjean
21850 Saint-Apollinaire, France
Tél. +33 (0)3 80 52 32 05
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