Scanning electron microscopy

Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) Analysis & Testing Services

Access advanced materials characterization through the expertise of FILAB, an independent laboratory accredited ISO 17025 by COFRAC (No. 1-1793).
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More than 140 people
More than 140 people at your service
5200 m² laboratory
5200 m² laboratory + 99% of services are provided in-house
Accredited laboratory
Accredited laboratory COFRAC ISO 17025
CIR
CIR Research tax credit

A comprehensive SEM platform to address your most complex materials challenges

Thanks to a complete analytical platform and the mastery of multiple analysis modes, FILAB, an independant laboratory, supports with a global and tailor-made approach adapted to your industrial, R&D and quality challenges.

Your end-to-end SEM analytical & characterization solution

  • Solid material composition analysis
  • Morphological analysis
  • Microstructure, texture and porosity studies
  • Nanomaterial and nanoparticle characterization
  • Particle size and homogeneity determination
  • Surface analysis and surface defect investigation
  • Identification of particles, contaminants and deposits
  • Surface cleanliness analysis
  • Understanding wear and corrosion mechanisms
  • Failure analysis and materials investigations
  • Observation of mineral fillers in polymers
  • Custom analytical services

Versatile SEM capabilities to cover all your analytical needs

  • SEM-EBSD (Electron Backscatter Diffraction)
  • SEM-EDX (Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy)
  • FEG-SEM (Field Emission Gun SEM)
  • FIB-SEM (Focused Ion Beam SEM)
  • Cryo-SEM
Gain in-depth insight into your materials from the micro to the nanoscale, and make confident, data-driven technical and industrial decisions.

SEM analyses and characterization serving your development, quality and materials expertise

Profile
Objective / FILAB added value
R&D / Innovation
Characterize microstructures, nanomaterials and surfaces to accelerate innovation and control material performance.
Quality / Production
Control surface cleanliness, detect contaminants and defects, and ensure product and process consistency.
Industrialization
Analyze powders, coatings and surfaces, compare batches and qualify suppliers and industrial processes.
Expertise / Failure Analysis
Identify the root causes of failure, wear or corrosion through micrographic analyses, fracture surface examination and materials investigations.
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