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Surface Analysis
SEAM’s Surface Analysis Solutions help businesses understand surface properties, identify defects, optimise coatings and treatments, and improve product performance and reliability.
How SEAM Can Help
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Key Benefits
Failure Analysis
Product Validation
Quality Assurance
R&D Support
Equipment & Capabilities
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How it Works
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Speak directly with SEAM’s experienced industry specialists to discuss your project. Every enquiry is reviewed by highly qualified engineers and technical experts who will recommend the most appropriate testing or analysis approach based on your requirements.
Whether you need independent validation, product development support, quality assurance or failure investigation, we’re here to help. Following completion of the work, you’ll receive a comprehensive technical report outlining the methodology, findings and recommendations, giving you the confidence to make informed engineering and business decisions.
Complete the enquiry form today and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss your requirements and the next steps.
Case Studies
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Surface Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about SEAM’s surface analysis capabilities, techniques and applications, and how they can support product development, quality and failure investigation.
What is surface analysis and how can it help my business?
Surface analysis examines the physical and chemical characteristics of a material’s surface to identify contamination, adhesion problems, coating issues, defects and changes caused by manufacturing processes or surface treatments. SEAM uses surface analysis to help companies investigate problems, improve product quality and optimise manufacturing processes.
What surface analysis techniques are available at SEAM?
SEAM has access to a range of advanced analytical techniques including SEM/EDX, contact angle and surface energy analysis, micro-XRF, XRD and BET surface area and porosity analysis. The appropriate technique, or combination of techniques, is selected depending on the material and the problem being investigated.
Can SEAM identify surface contamination and unknown materials?
Yes. SEAM can investigate foreign material, particles, residues and surface contamination using techniques such as optical microscopy, SEM/EDX and FTIR/ATR. Analysis can help determine the size, shape and composition of contaminants and support investigation of their potential source.
Can surface analysis help improve coating, bonding and adhesion performance?
Yes. SEAM’s contact angle and surface energy analysis can assess wettability, cleanliness and adhesion potential before processes such as coating, bonding, printing or surface treatment. It can also compare surfaces before and after plasma, corona or chemical cleaning treatments to verify their effectiveness.
What materials and industries can SEAM support with surface analysis?
SEAM can analyse materials including metals, polymers, glass, ceramics, films, powders, porous materials, coatings and manufactured components. Its wider materials capabilities support sectors including medtech, electronics, advanced manufacturing and clean technology, as well as companies investigating product quality, contamination or material-performance issues.
