Proof in the Data

Chemical & Additive Analysis Services for Manufacturing

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Labs that find root causes and confirm performance—so your team can act with certainty. From lubricant analysis and additive evaluation to stearate and dispersion testing, every recommendation is backed by clear, reproducible data. Our chemical testing programs align methods to your question, from quick screens to deep-dive studies.

  • Instrumental, elemental, and surface analysis
  • Compatibility and contamination studies
  • Real-world validation under your conditions
  • Decision-ready reports for R&D and production

Data That Drives Decisions

Why Analysis Services Matter

Guesswork burns time and budget. Blachford replaces uncertainty with evidence—confirming performance, finding failure modes, and documenting compliance for fast internal approvals.

Pinpoint Problems

Sticking, wear, residue, or off-spec chemistry

Back Every Decision

Data-rich reports for R&D, procurement, and QA

Improve Performance

Optimize formulations for your materials and equipment

Stay Compliant

Documentation to support ISO, NSF, FSMA, and FDA reviews

We also support chemical formulation decisions with data you can trust.

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Materials & Sample Types

Anti-tack baths and coatings; wet/dry lubricants and wire films; stearate powders and dispersions; grease pre-formed thickeners; powdered-metal blends and residues; PVC additives and stabilizers; food/pharma stearates. This scope supports chemical analysis for rubber processing and rubber additive evaluation across tire and industrial applications.

Named Techniques for Clear Answers

FTIR

Environmental Management Systems

GC-MS / LC-MS

Additive and contaminant profiling

GPC

Molecular weight and distribution

ICP-OES / ICP-MS; XRF

Elemental and trace metals

SEM-EDS; Microscopy

Surface and film analysis

TGA / DSC

Thermal stability and composition

Rheology / Tribology

Flow and friction behavior (wire/grease contexts)

From chemical lab analysis to Product Performance Testing, methods are selected to match your targets and matrices.

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Data With Depth

Why Manufacturers Choose Blachford Analysis

Specialized Expertise

Rubber, lubricants, stearates, dispersions, PM, PVC

Actionable Reporting

Root cause, impact, and next-step recommendations

Real-World Validation

Tested on your materials and targets

Compliance Support

ISO 9001 facilities; documentation aligned to NSF, FSMA, FDA

Global Reach

North America, Europe, and Asia support with consistent standards

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How It Works

1

Scope & Quote

2

Sample Receipt & Prep

3

Testing & Check-ins

4

Draft Findings

5

Final Report + Implementation Support

Typical timelines: standard 5–10 business days; rush options available based on scope and method.

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Where We Add the Most Value

  • Rubber & Tire - Anti-tack bath health, film quality, pickup, heavy-metal checks; compounding additive analysis for process stability.
  • Welding Wire - Film integrity, die pick-up, arc-stability residues.
  • Powdered Metals - Lube type confirmation, ash, ejection-force correlates.
  • PVC - Calcium stearate quality, stabilizer load, contamination.
  • Food & Pharma -Magnesium/calcium stearate purity and documentation.
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From Problem to Proof

1. Consultation

Define the production issue, formulation question, or compliance need.

2. Testing & Validation

pply fit-for-purpose methods with your real materials.

3. Optimization

Convert findings into formulation or process improvements.

4. Support & Documentation

Clear reports, compliance-ready data, and follow-up testing as needed.

  • Blachford’s analysis gave us the data to prove performance and secure approvals—fast. The report was clear, actionable, and helped us optimize production without delay.

     — Quality Manager, Global Wire Manufacturer

Which methods do you use?

FTIR, GC-MS/LC-MS, GPC, ICP-OES/MS, XRF, SEM-EDS, TGA/DSC, and more—selected to answer your specific question.

Can you test products under my conditions?

Yes. Where possible, we use your materials and targets to mirror real-world performance.

What do I receive?

A decision-ready report: methods, observations, detection limits where applicable, conclusions, and recommended actions.

Do you support compliance reviews?

We provide documentation aligned to ISO 9001 facilities and domain standards (NSF, FSMA, FDA) as applicable.

What’s the typical timeline?

Standard 5–10 business days; rush available based on scope.

Can analysis be paired with trials or technical assistance?

Yes. Many clients combine Product Trials and Technical Assistance for full validation.

Do you offer lab testing chemicals outside of production samples?

Yes—our lab testing chemicals services include reference standards, raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods, with reports tailored for QA, R&D, and regulatory teams.
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Turn Data Into Action

Ready to move from symptoms to root cause? Share your question and sample details—our chemists will scope the fastest path to answers. Ask about expedited Product Performance Testing when timelines are tight.

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