NISST’s NABL-accredited and BIS-recognised laboratories provide testing, analysis and technical support to the iron and steel industry through three specialised laboratories.
Chemical Lab
Chemical and spectrometric analysis of steel and cast iron, fuel analysis and thermal studies.
- Re-heating furnace performance studies & thermal audits
- Chemical analysis of steel
- Fuel analysis (moisture / viscosity, pre-heat temperature / calorific value)
- Mass analysis of Zn coating and adherence analysis
Spectrometer
- Chemical analysis of steel & cast iron
Machines & Equipment
Optical Emission SpectrometerGNR mL300Fast multi-element chemical analysis of steel and cast iron samples. 
Atomic Absorption SpectrophotometerDetermination of individual elements, including trace and alloying elements, in solution. 
Ströhlein ApparatusDetermination of carbon in steel and cast iron by the combustion method. 
Bomb CalorimeterMeasurement of the calorific value of solid and liquid fuels. 
Muffle FurnaceHigh-temperature heating of samples, such as ash content tests for fuels. 
PotentiometerPotentiometric titration for accurate wet chemical analysis. 
Burette Titration Set-upClassical titration methods for the chemical analysis of steel and alloys. 
Wet Chemical Analysis SectionLaboratory bench for wet chemical analysis of steel, alloys and fuels. 
Analytical BalancePrecise weighing of samples and reagents.
Metallography Lab
Microstructure examination and metallographic evaluation of steel and cast iron.
- Microstructure with photograph
- Grain size, inclusion rating, decarb depth & case depth
- Hardenability determination
- Nodule count, carbide and nodule shape determination in SG cast iron
- Graphite flake type and size in cast iron
- Zn coating thickness determination in GI
Machines & Equipment
Image Analyzer MicroscopeMicrostructure examination with image analysis: grain size, inclusion rating, nodularity and case depth. 
Sample PreparationCutting, mounting and grinding of specimens before microscopic examination. 
Polishing MachineFine polishing of specimens to a mirror finish for microstructure study.
Mechanical Lab
Mechanical testing of steel products, tubes, fasteners and sheets.
- Dynamic / impact hardness test (Shore)
- Tensile / compression test by UTM & bend / re-bend test
- Measurement of tolerances
- Impact testing (Izod / Charpy) & hardness (Rockwell / Brinell)
- Drift expanding, flattening & twist (for tubes)
- Nut / bolt test (tensile type)
- Magnetic particle testing
- Double shear test
- Erichsen cupping test
Machines & Equipment
Universal Testing Machine100 TonTensile, compression and bend tests on steel bars, rods and structural products. 
Universal Testing Machine40 TonTensile, compression and bend tests on medium-capacity specimens. 
Universal Testing Machine2.5 TonLow-load tensile tests on wires, sheets and small specimens. 
Brinell & Vickers Hardness Testing MachineHardness testing of steel and cast iron by the Brinell and Vickers methods. 
Digital Rockwell cum Superficial Hardness Testing MachineRockwell and superficial Rockwell hardness tests, including thin and case-hardened parts. 
Impact Testing MachineIzod and Charpy impact tests to measure the toughness of steel. 
ChillerDown to −80 °CCools specimens to sub-zero temperatures for low-temperature impact tests. 
Fatigue Testing MachineTests how materials behave under repeated (cyclic) loading. 
Torsion Testing MachineTwist (torsion) tests on bars, wires and tubes. 
Magnaflux Crack DetectorMagnetic particle testing to find surface and near-surface cracks in steel parts. 
Lathe, Shaper & Milling MachinesMachining of test specimens to standard dimensions.
Contact for testing
| Name & designation | Phone |
|---|---|
| Shri Durgesh Notial, Dy. Quality Manager | +91 76258 36318 |