Flexural Bend Testing Services for Aerospace & Oil & Gas 

Accredited Flexural Testing with Precision and Speed 

Why Flexural Testing Matters 

Flexural testing determines how a material behaves under bending or flexural load — providing insight into its modulus of elasticity, yield strength, and resistance to cracking or deformation. This test is critical for ensuring that structural metals, welds, and coatings can withstand service conditions without failure. 
Engineers rely on flexural testing to: 

• Evaluate ductility, stiffness, and fracture resistance of materials and welds. 
• Temperature test ranges +58 to 350 F 
• Confirm compliance with ASTM C393, C-M605, GMA 4309 standards. 
• Support material qualification, quality control, and failure analysis. 
• Predict performance under real-world bending stresses in structural and pressure applications. 

Whether testing aerospace-grade alloys or oilfield pipeline steels, AADFW provides accredited data and expert analysis to ensure materials meet design intent and safety requirements. 

AADFW’s Approach to Flexural Testing

AADFW combines engineering precision, accredited quality systems, and responsive service to deliver actionable results quickly and accurately. Our metallurgists and technicians perform flexural testing to international standards using calibrated test fixtures and controlled environments. 
What makes AADFW different: 

• Accredited and precise testing under NADCAP and ISO/IEC 17025. 
• Faster turnaround than larger global testing networks. 
• Trusted by aerospace and oil & gas engineers for consistent, defensible results. 
• Technical consultation and data interpretation from experienced metallurgists. 

Bend Testing Capabilities 

AADFW’s lab is equipped with specialized test systems for three-point and four-point bend configurations, enabling the accurate measurement of flexural strength, stiffness, and ductility across a range of materials. 

• Coating and Adhesion Bend Testing – Evaluates coating flexibility and adhesion under deformation. 
• Specimen Machining and Preparation – Custom-sized coupons prepared to standard dimensions for precise measurement accuracy. 
• Digital Measurement and Reporting – High-resolution data acquisition with full documentation and certification. 

Industries We Support 

AADFW’s flexural bend testing services are used across industries where material performance and compliance are mission-critical: 

• Aerospace – Qualification of high-performance alloys, welds, and coatings per FAA/NADCAP requirements. 
• Oil & Gas – Evaluation of pipeline materials, welded joints, and structural components under bending stress. 
• Defense & Manufacturing – Testing of metals and fabricated parts for strength, ductility, and structural reliability. 

Accreditations & Standards Compliance

AADFW maintains strict compliance with industry standards to ensure every test is repeatable, traceable, and audit-ready. 
Our Accreditations and Standards Include: 

• NADCAP Accredited Materials Testing Laboratory 
• ISO/IEC 17025 Certified for Mechanical and Metallurgical Testing 
• Testing to ASME Section IX, and other applicable standards 
• Conformance with FAA, AWS, and MIL specifications where required 

Why Engineers Choose AADFW 

• Accredited and defensible results backed by NADCAP and ISO/IEC 17025 certification. 
• Faster turnaround times that keep aerospace and oil & gas projects on schedule. 
• Expert metallurgists and engineers providing technical insight and clear reporting. 
• Trusted by OEMs, fabricators, and QA teams across mission-critical industries.

Request a Quote for Flexural Testing 

When your project demands proven performance under stress, trust AADFW. Our accredited flexural testing services deliver the precision engineers demand and the speed production managers need — ensuring confidence in every weld, material, and component that keeps your operation moving forward.