The Applied Technical Services Family of Companies (FoC) provides a trusted NQA-1 testing laboratory for rigorous testing and analysis services that meet the highest standards of nuclear quality assurance.
An NQA-1 testing laboratory adheres to standards by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) NQA-1, ensuring quality assurance for nuclear facility applications. This encompasses safety-related components, material testing, and equipment qualification. Our laboratory operates under a comprehensive QA program aligned with ASME NQA-1 requirements to support safety-critical applications within the nuclear sector.
Evaluating Performance in Nuclear Environments
Materials operating at cryogenic temperatures can exhibit reduced ductility, increased brittleness, and changes in mechanical properties. Our cryogenic materials testing services assess how materials like metals, alloys, polymers, and composites respond to these conditions. We then apply established methods to evaluate conditions like tensile strength, fracture toughness, impact resistance, and thermal contraction.
Our testing is performed in controlled laboratory environments using specialized cooling systems. To help ensure consistent results, all testing follows applicable industry standards tailored to each client’s specifications.
Our Comprehensive Nuclear Testing Capabilities
As a NQA-1 testing laboratory, we support a variety of applications, including but not limited to:
- Mechanical testing (tensile, impact, fatigue, and fracture toughness)
- Metallurgical analysis and failure investigations
- Weld qualification and inspection support
- Chemical and material composition analysis
- Corrosion and environmental testing in simulated reactor conditions
- Nuclear non-destructive testing (NDT) and non-destructive evaluation (NDE)
Supporting Safe and Reliable Nuclear Applications
We understand the importance of compliance with organizations such as the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and the Department of Energy (DOE). Our QA program helps ensure that our data reports align with nuclear industry standards.
Our lab also prioritizes supporting safety-critical systems and components for clients in power generation, fuel handling, and advanced reactor technologies (including SMRs), helping nuclear utilities, manufacturers, and suppliers meet both regulatory and contract requirements.
NQA-1 Applications Across the Nuclear Sector
We support a wide range of industries and applications where materials must perform to high safety and compliance standards, including but not limited to:
- Nuclear power plants & advanced reactors
- Fuel cycle activities
- Packing and storage
- Supplier and contractor quality assurance
- Specialty testing
Contact Us
To learn how our NQA-1 testing services can support your next project needs, contact ATS today. Submit a request through our web form or give us a call on our direct line +1 (888) 287-5227 to get started.
