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# Laboratory testing and analysis for the defense and security sector

## The FILAB laboratory supports manufacturers and contracting authorities in materials analysis for Defense and Security

FILAB is an **independent laboratory and guarantees the confidentiality of your data.**

Located in Dijon and home to a 5,200 m² analytical facility, FILAB has extensive experience supporting projects for the defense industry and security systems.

### FILAB offers you services for analysis and expertise in chemistry and materials:

Our tests cover a wide range of areas such as materials characterization, analysis and corrosion resistance, electronic components, and much more…

### Analysis Services Dedicated to Defense

- [**Materials characterization**](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-material-testing.md) : [metal alloys](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/metallic-alloy-analysis-laboratory.md), [polymers](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/polymer-materials-analysis-laboratory.md), [composites](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/polymer-materials-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-composite-material.md), [glass](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-material-testing/laboratory-analysis-expertise-glass.md), [ceramics,](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-material-testing/laboratory-ceramic-testing.md) powders...
- **[Chemical analyses ](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/chemical-analysis-laboratory.md):** [VOCs](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/voc-analysis-laboratory.md), [additives,](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/chemical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-additives.md) [chemical baths](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-failures/laboratory-analysis-chemical-baths.md)...
- [**Surface analyses**](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-surface-characterization.md) : [welding](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-failures/laboratory-analysis-welds.md), [surface treatment](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-surface-characterization/laboratory-analysis-expertise-surface-treatment.md), [coating thickness measurement](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-surface-characterization/surface-coating-thickness-measurement.md)..**.**
- [Corrosion **analysis**](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-deposit-contamination/laboratory-expertise-and-analysis-of-corrosion.md): [salt spray](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-salt-spray-corrosion-tests.md)s, [electrochemical testing, ](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/electrochemical-characterization.md) analysis of corrosion precursors (halogens)
- [Metallographic analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/examination-metallographic-section-laboratory.md) of alloys
- Chemical analyses and materials characterization  **in accordance with current standards and reference frameworks**
- [Particle size analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-granulometric-analysis.md)
- Custom analysis
- [Micrographic inspection of metal parts produced by additive manufacturing according to PR-6000](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analysis-aeronautics-aerospace/micrographic-inspection-of-metal-parts-from-additive-manufacturing-according-to-pr-6000.md)
- [Safety testing of temporary-use ingredients for SAFRAN (Pr-6300 and Pr-1500)](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/safety-test-safran-pr-6300.md)
- [Inspection of metal parts produced by additive manufacturing according to PR-7210](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analysis-aeronautics-aerospace/filab-supports-you-in-the-inspection-and-qualification-of-metal-parts-produced-by-additive-manufacturing-according-to-pr-7210.md)

 Recognized expertise with manufacturers and contracting authorities
### Expertise Services Dedicated to Defense

- [**Failure analysis**](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-failures.md) : [fracture surface analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-failures/fracture-facies-analysis-laboratory.md) , [fracture analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-failures/laboratory-analysis-ruptures.md), adhesion issue[adherence](https://filab.fr/paroles-d-expert/metallurgie-fonderie-automobile/filab-vous-accompagne-dans-les-problematiques-d-adhesion.md), corrosion [phenomenon](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-deposit-contamination/laboratory-expertise-and-analysis-of-corrosion.md), [weld analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-failures/laboratory-analysis-welds.md)...
- **[Identification of contamination and deposits](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-deposit-contamination.md)t** by [SEM-EDX](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-sem-scanning-electron-microscopy.md) and [FTIR](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-ftir-spectroscopy.md)
- [Material/fluid compatibility study](https://filab.fr/paroles-d-expert/polymeres-plasturgie-produits-petroliers-chimie/filab-vous-accompagne-dans-l-evaluation-de-la-compatibilite-chimique-contenantcontenu.md) materials/fluids
- [Mechanical testing](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/mechanical-laboratory-test.md) : [hardness](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/mechanical-laboratory-test/hardness-analysis-and-measurement-laboratory.md) (Brinell, Rockwell, Vickers, Shore etc.), [Charpy](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/mechanical-laboratory-test/charpy-impact-tests.md), bending, tensile, fatigue...
- Non-Destructive Testing ([X-ray tomography](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/tomography-analysis-laboratory.md))

## Client Qualification & Accreditation

 ![NADCAP ACCREDITATION](https://filab.fr/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/PNG-blanc.png)
### NADCAP ACCREDITATION

In April 2026, FILAB obtained [NADCAP accreditation](https://filab.fr/accreditations/analysis-accreditation-nadcap/) in Materials Testing Laboratories (MTL). This accreditation covers in particular our chemical analysis services (ICP, SEO, elemental analysis C/S, N/O, H), and metallography. It enables us to support our aerospace clients even better.

 ![SAFRAN APPROVAL](https://filab.fr/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Safran.png)
### SAFRAN APPROVAL

Several years ago, FILAB obtained [Laboratory Qualification from the SAFRAN group](https://filab.fr/en/about-us/accreditations-en/laboratory-safran-approved.md) under procedures GRP-0087, GRM-0123 and TTS-MOP-004. This qualification is regularly renewed following audits carried out by Safran at our premises.

 ![DASSAULT AVIATION APPROVAL](https://filab.fr/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/logo-dassault-1.png)
### DASSAULT AVIATION APPROVAL

In March 2025, the FILAB laboratory obtained the [DASSAULT AVIATION approval](https://filab.fr/en/about-us/accreditations-en/laboratory-approved-dassault-aviation.md). This approval makes FILAB a reliable partner for aerospace manufacturers.

 ![AIRBUS DEFENCE AND SPACE QUALIFICATION](https://filab.fr/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Airbus-logo-blanc.jpg)
### AIRBUS DEFENCE AND SPACE QUALIFICATION

Since May 2026, the FILAB laboratory has been [qualified by AIRBUS Defence and Space](https://filab.fr/en/accreditations-en/qualification-granted-by-airbus-defence-and-space-to-the-filab-laboratory.md) for chemical analysis including C/S analysis, O analysis, N analysis, H analysis, ICP-AES analysis, and spark optical emission spectrometry.

 ![LIEBHERR](https://filab.fr/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Logo-LIEBHERR.jpg)
### LIEBHERR

In June 2026, FILAB obtained [LIEBHERR approval](https://filab.fr/en/accreditations-en/filab-laboratory-approved-by-liebherr-aerospace.md). This accreditation covers in particular our chemical analysis services (ICP, SEO, elemental analysis C/S, N/O, H) and metallography. It enables us to support our aerospace clients even better.

## R&D Support

[Creation, validation and transfer of analytical methods](https://filab.fr/paroles-d-expert/polymeres-plasturgie-produits-petroliers-chimie/laboratoire-developpement-analytique-validation.md)

[Literature review](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/rd/laboratory-literature-review.md)

[Laboratory audit](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/rd/laboratory-audit.md) and [team training](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/rd/laboratory-analytical-chemistry-training.md)

Product substitution research

Development of a new formula or a new product

## An analytical facility dedicated to Defense and Security materials analysis:

## OUR RESOURCES

Organic chemical analysis: [GCMS](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-analysis-chromatographie-gazeuse/analyse-tdu-gc-ms/), [Py-GCMS](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources.md), [LC-MSMS](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-analysis-chromatographie-liquide-hplc/laboratoire-analysis-hplc-ms/), [GPC](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-analysis-gpc-sec/), [NMR](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-nmr.md), [FTIR](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-ftir-spectroscopy.md)

Mineral chemical analysis: [ICP](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-icp-icp-ms-icp-aes.md), [XRD](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/x-ray-crystallography-laboratory-xrd.md), [IC](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-analysis-chromatographie-ionique/)

[Thermal analysis and characterization](https://filab.fr/nos-prestations/analyse/laboratoire-caracterisation-des-materiaux/laboratoire-analysis-thermiques-thermogravimetriques/) : [TGA](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-analysis-atg/), [DSC](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-analysis-dsc/)

Metallurgical analysis: [ICP](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-icp-icp-ms-icp-aes.md), [FEG-SEM EDX](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-d-analysis-par-microscopie-electronique-a-balayage-meb-edx/), [SEO](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-analysis-gpc-sec/)

Powder analysis: [XRD](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/x-ray-crystallography-laboratory-xrd.md), [FEG-SEM EDX](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-d-analysis-par-microscopie-electronique-a-balayage-meb-edx/), [BET](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-bet.md)

Surface analysis: [FEG-SEM EDX](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-d-analysis-par-microscopie-electronique-a-balayage-meb-edx/), [XPS](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-xps-esca.md), [TOF-SIMS](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-tof-sims.md)

  [Discover the analytical park](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources.md) ![](https://filab.fr/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/MEB-1-1024x768.jpg)
## Chemical analysis or materials characterization services

  Applications

- Chemical analysis and materials characterization according to current standards and reference frameworks
- Raw material inspection
- Surface functionalization
- Understanding defects or anomalies
- Research into miniaturization of your products

  ![](https://filab.fr/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/poster-video-1024x576.webp)
## FAQ

 Do you provide custom services?
Yes. We offer tailor-made analysis, method development and transfer, product substitution research, development of new formulations, and R&D support according to your specific needs.

 What is the typical turnaround time for analysis?
Lead times vary depending on the nature of the analysis and the complexity of the project.

However, FILAB is committed to providing fast turnaround times adapted to the constraints of the Defense sector, often compatible with industrial emergencies.

 Do you offer audits or training?
Yes. We carry out laboratory audits, technical training (analysis, methods, quality, metrology), as well as personalized support for your teams.

Also, FILAB is often audited by its own clients as part of client qualification processes.

 How can i get a quote?
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 customized technical and pricing proposal within 24-48 hours.

 Why choose FILAB as your materials analysis and expertise provider for the defense sector?
FILAB has a unique dual expertise in **chemistry** and **materials characterization**, brought together at a single site.

This integrated approach allows us to provide comprehensive, responsive, and consistent support for your security and defense projects.
As a specialized service provider, we carry out:

- **Thermal analyses** (TGA, DSC…)
- **Materials characterization** (metals, polymers, composites, ceramics, glass…)
- **Surface and coating analyses** (FEG-SEM EDX, XPS, TOF-SIMS, thickness measurement…)
- **Metal powder characterization** (*according to Ma-0015 or equivalent standards*)
- **Chemical and materials failure studies** (corrosion, fracture, contamination, adhesion…)

Thanks to this wide range of techniques and a 5,200 m² analytical facility, FILAB acts as a reliable, expert service provider capable of handling your technical challenges in a comprehensive way.