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MODERNMODERNLABORATORIES

C O M P L E T E A N A L Y T I C A L & T E S T I N G S E R V I C E S

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A D IV IS ION OF MODERN INDUSTR I ES

2 E X P E R I E N C E • I N N O VA T I O N • R E S U L T S

PROFILE

Building on combined strengths, that is

what Modern Laboratories is all about.

Our corporate portfolio includes Contract

Machining, Heat Treating and a Product

Design/Manufacturing entity, which affords

Modern Laboratories unique exposure

to a spectrum of materials and industrial

processes. Knowledge derived from these

activities provides expertise and insight into

physical reactions, chemistries, and cause-

effect relationships that are unavailable from most laboratories.

At Modern Laboratories, you’ll find state-of-the art technology, decades of experience across all

major categories of testing & evaluation and most importantly, a professional staff of competent,

degreed scientists ready to orchestrate an analytical approach to your testing needs no matter

how simple or complex.

YOUR PARTNERWhen Herb Sweny started Modern Industries in 1946 he resolved that his company would grow

on a basis of honorable business practices,

with customers, suppliers, employees and all

stakeholders – “Do the right thing.” He also

realized that a company that fails to perform for

those same stakeholders will ultimately fail to

succeed – “Do the thing right.”

Our customer focus is partnership-driven.

Whether your testing & evaluation needs are

basic or extremely complex, we strive to exceed

expectations on every project.

Modern Industries operates like an extension of your technical departments to

provide a seamless flow of information and analytical support.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Testing Capabilities: Chemistry .......................................................................... 4–5

Testing Capabilities: Biology – Microbiology – Industrial Hygiene ..................... 6

Testing Capabilities: Microscopy/Microanalysis ..................................................7

Testing Capabilities: Physical & Mechanical Testing ....................................... 8–9

Testing Capabilities: Non-Destructive Testing ...................................................10

Special Services, Tech Services & Consulting .....................................................11

Drop-Off and Sample Collection ..........................................................................11

Quality ...............................................................................................................12–13

Why Modern? .........................................................................................................13

Other Modern Industries Divisions .....................................................................14

DO THE RIGHT THING AND DO THE THING RIGHT.”

- Herb Sweny, Founder

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A PROFESSIONAL STAFF

The most advanced analytical

equipment means nothing if the staff

doesn’t operate it properly while making

the correct observations and conclusions.

The Modern Laboratories staff are trained to think through

the analytical process and use our equipment in optimum

combination to acquire the most accurate data possible.

MARKETS SERVED

One major strength of Modern Laboratories is the diversity of industries

we serve. Our locations in Erie and Pittsburgh are able to quickly service

any company in the United States, with the ability to move international

orders as well.

A partial listing of markets served by Modern Laboratories includes…

» Aerospace

» Agriculture

» Automotive

» Chemical Processing

» Construction

» Consumer/Residential

» Defense, Government

» Energy

» Engineering & Consulting Firms

» Food & Beverage

» Health Care

» Manufacturing/Industrial

» Mining, Primary materials

» Municipalities

» Naval, Marine

» Nuclear

» Oil & Natural Gas

» Transportation

» Truck & Heavy equipment

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TESTING CAPABILITIES: CHEMISTRY

“Everything is made up of something.” Perhaps a silly quote, but we are very serious about quantifying that “something”

accurately. Why? Because even minute changes in composition can have drastic and consequential effects. .2% carbon in an alloy

steel can mean the difference between a bolt that is capable of carrying its load and one that is not. Three parts per billion of

certain insecticides in your drinking water may be the difference between a life sustaining fluid and a one that can cause cancer.

At Modern Laboratories, our scientists and technicians have access to a substantial array of instrumentation and equipment

that offer an uncommon breadth of testing capabilities. Listed below is a representative list of the equipment, procedures and

matrices offered.

CHEMISTRY INSTRUMENTATION/TECHNOLOGIES

» Atomic Absorption (AA-Flame & Furnace)

» Automated Digestion/ Distillation

» Classic Wet Chemistry

» Discrete Analyzers

» Energy Dispersive X-Ray (EDS)

» FTIR Fourier Infrared Spectrometer

» Gas Chromatographs (GC)

» GC-Mass Spectrometers (GC/MS)

» Gravimetric, Titrimetric, Colorimetric, Turbidiometric, Potentiometric, Photometric

» Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP)

» Ion Chromatography (IC)

» LECO Combustion (IR/TC)-C,N,O,H,S

» Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)

» Mercury Analyzer (Cold Vapor)

» Mini Distillation

» Optical Emission Spectrometers (OES)

» Pulverizers, Crushers, RoTAP and Sieves

» Remelt Furnace

» Segmented Flow Analyzers

» Solid Phase Extractors

» TCLP/Zero Headspace Extractors

» TOC (Total Organic Carbon)

» UV/VIS Spectrophotometers

» X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometer (XRF)

TESTING MATRICES & ANALYTICAL RANGE

The range of metals, ceramics, polymers, composites, fluids, soils, gases and other materials & samples tested within Modern’s

Chemistry Lab is extensive. Our diverse suite of analytical equipment makes it possible for Modern to accurately test these

substances in concentrations ranging from trace level (ppb to ppt) to high purity (99.99%).

If your needs include the testing of common or exotic metals, raw materials, air/gases, liquids and fluids, or finished products,

contact us to discuss your specific requirements.

» Metals

– Aluminum, Carbon/Low Alloy Steels, Cast Irons, Cobalt, Copper, Brass, Bronze, Magnesium, Nickel Alloys, Precious Metals, Titanium, Tool Steels and Exotics

» Raw Materials

– Slags, Ferroalloys, Oxides, Oils, Scraps, Plastics, and Granulated Activated Carbon,

» Others

– Waters, Waste Waters, Air, Soil, Coatings, Gases, Silicates, Plating Baths, Chemical Processing Streams, Food and Beverages, Products, Industrial Hygiene Samples, Environmental Samples, Industrial Processing Samples and Oil & Gas



TESTING CAPABILITIES: CHEMISTRY

Categories of chemical analysis test procedures

performed at Modern Laboratories include:

» Classic Wet Chemistry

» Elemental Analysis

» Inorganic and Organic Compounds

» Instrumented Wet Chemistry

» Semi-Volatile Compounds

» Volatile Compounds

Utilizing the range of testing procedures noted above, Modern Laboratory chemists can quantify a wide range

of analytes, including:

» Acidity

» Alkalinity

» Ammonia

» BOD/CBOD

» Calorimetry

» BTEX

» BTU Analysis

» Chlorides

» Coating Weight

» Conductance

» Corrosivity

» Custom Test Methods

» Cyanides

» Density

» Elemental Compositions

» Flashpoint

» Fluorides

» Fusion Preparation

» Gas Analysis (O,N, H,)

» GRO/DRO

» H2S Breakthrough

» Heating Value (BTU)

» Herbicides

» Resistivity

» Heavy Metals

» Hexavalent Chrome

» Hydrocarbons

» Kehldal Nitrogen

» Leachates

» Lead, Asbestos

» MBAS/Detergents

» Mercury

» Metals

» Minerals

» Moisture/Water Content

» Nitrate/Nitrite

» Oil and Grease

» Osmotic Pressure

» Oxides

» PCB’s

» Pesticides

» pH

» Phenols

» Phosphorous

» Phosphatase

» Phosphates

» Polymer Identification

» Priority Pollutants

» RCRA Analysis

» Semi-Volatile Organic Compounds

» Sieve Analysis

» Silicates

» Solids --TSS/DSS

» Specific Gravity

» Sulfate/Sulfite

» TOC, TOX

» Turbidity

» Viscosity

» Volatile Organic Compounds

» Wear Metals

Contact us directly to discuss

custom testing for exotic or

highly specialized elements.


TESTING CAPABILITIES: BIOLOGY – MICROBIOLOGY – INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE

Small, even microscopic, organisms can impact our lives in a gigantic way. Modern’s chemists and microbiologists provide

services to evaluate foods/beverages, plants, dairy products, and drinking water, as well as the bio-systems that influence them,

like soils, waste streams, air and water sources. Our Industrial Hygiene department offers monitoring and testing of individual

and workplace environments for noise, air quality, and detrimental substances such as asbestos, lead and molds.

TESTING EQUIPMENT

» Idexx Quanti-Tray System

» In-house Aquatic Breeding Equipment--(WETT)Toxicity Testing Incubators and Water Baths

» Incubators and Water Baths

» Phosphatase and Other Dairy Tests

» Stereo Zoom Scopes

» QUEBEC Darkfield Colony Counter

» Upright Microscopes

TEST KITS & SAMPLERS & MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT

» Chlorine Kits

» Current Meters

» Combustible Gas Meters

» Field and Personal Air Monitors

» Field Wastewater Auto Samplers

» Full array of baths, ovens, furnaces, probes

» Noise Dosimeters

» Numerous Analytical Balances

TESTING CAPABILITIES

» Asbestos/Fiber Analysis

» Bacteria ID (Iron, Sulfur, Sizing)

» Benthic Studies

» BOD/CBOD

» Fresh Water Species ID (Dubia, Fleas)

» Microbiological Analysis

– E-Coli

– Total/Fecal Coliform

– Heterophic Plate Count

» Mold

» WETT (Whole Effluent Toxicity Testing)



TESTING CAPABILITIES: MICROSCOPY/MICROANALYSIS

Microscopy is an essential analytical technique used in almost every branch of science. In the life

sciences (biology-microbiology), it is used to identify and count organisms such as mold or bacteria.

Light optical and electron microscopes are employed by materials scientists to classify structures, identify inclusions, and

determine the root cause of failures. Industrial Hygiene analysts use microscopy to detect and quantify the presence of asbestos

fibers and to characterize airborne particulates. Modern Laboratories extensive microscopy facilities serve the analytical needs

of customers in all these fields, and a lot more!


» Case Depth and Decarburization

» Coatings Analysis

» Corrosion testing, IGA/IGO

» Electron Microscopy-Microchemistry

» Fractography

» Grain Size

» Graphite Size and Type

» Heat Treatment Properties

» High Volume Metallography

» Inclusion Rating and Identification

» Macrostructure and Grain Flow

» Microhardness Testing

» Microstructure Evaluations

» Millipore Cleanliness Testing

» Particle Hardness and Analysis

» Quantitative Image Analysis

» Surface Analysis

» Weld Examinations

» X-Ray Mapping and Imaging

EQUIPMENT

» SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope)

» EDS X-Ray Spectrometer and Imaging

» SEM Gold/Carbon Sputter Coating

» Microscopes, Inverted, Upright

» Computerized Image Analysis

» Stereo Zoom Scopes

» Quebec Colony Counters

» Digital Macroscopy

» Field Replication Microscopy

» Microhardness Testers (Computer-controlled)

» Extensive Metallographic Sample Prep

– Cut-Off Saws, including Automated

– Mounting Presses

– Automated Polishing

» Macroetching Facilities

– Up to 2000X

– Polarized

– Phase Contrast

– Dark Field

– Numanski

– Digital Imaging


Engineered Materials of all types are employed by manufacturers to make the products we use every day. Our cars, homes,

phones, appliances, hospitals, schools, factories and even farms rely on engineered materials. The focus of Modern Laboratories

physical and mechanical testing department is to provide detailed quantitative and qualitative data, so our customers can make

informed decisions relating to:

» Process Quality Control and Product Conformance

» Materials Selection and Verification

» Pre-Production Certification

» Failures and Process/Product Defects


» Tensile, Yield, Elongation, R/A

» Impact (Charpy, Izod) -321°F to heated

» Hardness (Rockwell, Brinell, Vickers, Knoop)

» Bends, Shear

» Compression, Puncture, Springs, Rebar

» Custom Setup and Fixturing

» Elevated Temperatures (up to 2200°F)

» Fastener Testing

» Flexural

» Hydrogen Embrittlement

» Most specimen geometries and material types

» Product Testing

» Sample Heat Treating (many processes)

» Stress Rupture (up to 2200°F)

» Weld Qualifications

TESTING CAPABILITIES: PHYSICAL & MECHANICAL TESTING



TESTING CAPABILITIES: PHYSICAL & MECHANICAL TESTING

EQUIPMENT

» Universal Testing Machines – all feature the latest computer control & data management

– 400,000 lb. Hydraulic Frame (hydraulic grips)

– 120,000 lb. Hydraulic Frame

– 11,500 lb. Electromechanical Frame

– Latest Extensometer Technology

– High Temp Extensometery

– Hot & cold test attachments/furnaces

– Custom Fixtures and Grips

– Complete Fastener testing

» Impact Testers (Metals and Plastics)

– Izod

– Drop Weight

» Bend Testers

» Digital Torque Tester

» Hardness Testers

– Digital Universal Rockwell Testers

– Brinell w/digital scope

» Microhardness Testers – Computer controlled

– Vickers & Knoop

– Fully digital imaging & edge finding

– Automated profiling for weld scans, plating, case hardened

» Stress/Creep Rupture Frames

– Up to 2200°F furnaces

– Strain & temperature data logging

–

SAMPLE PREPARATION MACHINING

» CNC Turning Centers

» CNC Milling

» Complete array of conventional equipment

– Saws

– Grinders

» Low, medium and high volume

– Lathes

– Blanchard grinding

– 10g to 10Kg Load

– Charpy

– Cold & elevated testing


TESTING CAPABILITIES: NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING

In literature it is often the fatal character flaw, or the “tragic flaw”, that brings down the hero of the story. Many times the flaw

remains undetected by the hero until it is too late to correct. Non-Destructive Testing is used to detect flaws in metallic parts

that may cause tragic results if not uncovered before the part is placed into service. Modern Laboratories’ staff of qualified

technicians are certified to perform critical inspections to a wide a spectrum of codes and testing procedures. ASNT Level II

technicians perform the inspections and a Level III is available for method development.


Modern Laboratories offers the following testing procedures to produce numerous industry-standard and specialized

non-destructive testing and analyses for a diverse range of metals, alloys, ceramics, polymers and composites:

» Magnetic Particle Examination

» Liquid Penetrant Examination

» Electrical Conductivity Analysis

» Magnetic Analysis

» Visual Inspection

» On-Site Metrology

» 3rd Party Inspection/Sorting

TESTING EQUIPMENT

» Magnaflux, 3000 amp, multi-directional unit

» Magnaflux, 6000 amp

» Liquid penetrant examination

» Portable magnetic particle inspection

» Conductivity testing

» UT Depth Measuring Ultrasonic

– Capacity to 36” long

– FWDSC, HWDC. AC

– Automatic wetting

– Capacity to 15” long

– FWDC



SAMPLE COLLECTION SERVICES

Modern Laboratories operates a fleet of trucks which can provide daily pick-up services within a

350 mile radius around our Erie, PA headquarters, as seen below. The pick-up service eliminates

questions or concerns regarding the integrity of commercial delivery for the proper care and handling of samples, at a cost that’s

much less than a courier service.

Modern provides one source, hassle-free, chain-of-custody sample handling from your

door through our lab. This “one call” responsibility saves you time and money while

helping to improve turnaround time. Samples are normally returned to our lab the

same day you request a pick up.

Although our sample collection service is focused within 350 miles of Erie, Pa, we offer

our services and work extensively with companies from all over the United States.

At this point, you may be asking yourself “Why should I choose Modern Industries as my lab of choice”? The answer is simple:

scope of services, manufacturing and laboratory experience, and a number of value-added services available to make your

purchase as easy as possible.

Modern’s scope of laboratory testing services includes:

WHY MODERN?

» Metallurgical

» Industrial Hygiene

» Microbiology

» Analytical and Chemistry

» Mechanical and Physical Properties

» Non-destructive

Our experience as a manufacturer is undeniable with 70 years of success to prove our mettle. We are operational as a

24-hour a day operation to best serve clients from anywhere in the world. Our sample pick-up service is available to any

customer within 350 miles of our Erie, Pa facility which helps us continue to provide a quick turnaround on your testing

needs. Modern has a highly educated and technical staff with the quality accreditations that prove our skills. Finally, Modern is

extremely price competitive in all the markets we serve.


QUALITY

The goal of Modern Laboratories is to provide each customer with the best experience possible.

Almost all providers list it as one of their “differentiators” and all customers deem it as a given. As long as the accreditation and

certifications are up-to-date, your supplier must be a quality provider, right? At Modern Laboratories, we think quality goes a lot

further than just the certificate on the wall. Sure, we have those too but we believe our customers need and appreciate a more

in-depth analysis of their products. We provide a complete, comprehensive testing environment to ensure the highest quality

review possible.

Modern Laboratories sets itself apart from other labs by incorporating multiple layers of quality oversight.

» Contract Review

» Three Levels of Data Validation

– By Technician

– By Validator

– By Approver

» Control Charting at the instrument

» API/Instrument Data Links = Reduced Data Entry Errors. Automated Data Flow

» Process Test Routers. Communication of Test Methods to Team.

» Degreed Technical Service/Customer Service Representatives Providing Assurance of Accurate Results

» Electronic Deliverables

» LIMS (Laboratory Information Management system)

» Oversight by Independent Corporate Quality

Management System. Extensive Internal Auditing.

MODERN LABORATORIES HAS RECEIVED THE

FOLLOWING ACCREDITATIONS BY THESE INDUSTRY

ACCEPTED INDEPENDENT AUTHORITIES:

17025

CUSTOMER TESTIMONIAL

“Thanks so much for helping out with the inclusion analysis today. Our customer, in England, is feeling very frustrated and is trying to pull as much information out about our recent failure investigation as possible.

It is very rare to find the help and courtesy that you have shown in helping to arrange the SEM analysis and feedback of the samples that we looked at today for our customer.

As usual, when things get hectic, customers do get impatient, and I’m glad we could get the samples analyzed in a timely fashion with results in hand to share within our group here at Alliance. It really goes a long way!!”

Metallurgist and Modern 2015 Customer



TEST METHOD OR PART MASTER CREATED

LABORATORY TESTING DATA FLOW

MEETS ACCEPTANCE

LIMITS?

NEW TEST PROCEDURE

OR PART MASTER NEEDED?

MEETS QC LIMITS?

ENGINEERING REVIEW &

VALIDATION

ORDER ENTRY / SAMPLE LOGIN

REPORT APPROVAL

CONTRACT / P.O. REVIEW

TEST RECIPE / ROUTER CREATED

TESTING

DATA ENTRYAUTOMATED OR MANUAL

REPORT PREPARED

ENGINEERING REVIEW &

APPROVAL

UNIQUE, TRACEABLE SAMPLE ID# ASSIGNED

REPORT SENT TO CLIENT

APPROVED

YES

REPLACEMENT TEST

NO

NO

REPORTNOT APPROVED

APPROVED

TEST METHODOR

PROCESS ERROR

DATA/REPORT VALIDATED

NONOT

APPROVED

DATA NOT VALIDATED

YES

YES


OTHER MODERN INDUSTRIES DIVISIONS

HEAT TREATING DIVISION

Modern Industries houses over 125,000 square feet of NADCAP and ISO certified Heat Treating facilities in

Western Pennsylvania. Our Heat Treating division uses SPC processes and latest technology computerized

control systems to provide industry leading quality. All of our furnaces are fully integrated and networked to

ensure precise temperature and atmosphere composition control. Modern Industries is the largest source

for heat treating in the western Pennsylvania/eastern Ohio, with more than 80 furnaces that are collectively

capable of processing over 1.5 million pounds of product per week.

HYDRAULIC PRODUCTS DIVISION

Modern Industries Hydraulic Shock Absorbers provide you with the ability to control motion where you

need it most. Our line of self-contained hydraulic shock absorbers come with many years of field-proven

design reliability and consistent operations. There’s no need for external attachments or power sources and

the sleek design controls noise, vibration, impact and motion.

Modern’s hydraulic shocks are precisely engineered to provide longer machine life, to reduce structural

fatigue and also to reduce premature failures. Our product line offers solutions to fit the needs of most

customers and our quality has been proven with by products that have operated successfully over decades

of “in-service” time.

MPOWER WORKHOLDING PRODUCTS DIVISION

Speed, Increased Productivity, and Reduced Costs. Who in the machining industry isn’t looking to improve

these aspects of their production facility? Well, now you can with our exclusive mPower Workholding

Product line.

The mPower line includes the SpeedLoc precision quick-change fixturing system, ModLoc modular tooling

columns, SpinLoc indexers and SpinSelect Multi-pocket Lathe Toolholders.

Learn more about the mPower product line at www.mpwer.com

MACHINING DIVISION

As a recognized leader in precision machining, Modern Industries is a collaborative and innovative Contract

Manufacturing partner that can handle a variety of applications and quantities. Modern’s Machining

Division operates over 65 CNC machine tools plus respective support equipment; no job is too big or small

for Modern Industries. We use a lean manufacturing model to ensure we’re offering our customers the

highest possible quality with the lowest cost available. Our Machine Division is AS-9100D, TS-16949, and

ISO-9001 certified. Visit us on the web at www.machiningbymodern.com

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MODERN INDUSTRIES

Founded by Herb Sweny in 1946 in Erie, PA, “Modern Industries” opened its’ doors in a rented building with four employees.

Today, the company operates five divisions that include; Precision Machining & Assembly, Heat Treating, Materials Testing,

Workholding, and Motion Control Products. The operations of Modern’s four divisions are spread over five different locations

that in total, occupy over a quarter of a million square feet.

Modern Industries, Inc. serves a wide array of markets in industries ranging from aerospace, automotive, trucking and military/

government, to tool & die, agricultural and medical equipment/apparatus.

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