The Applied Technical Services Family of Companies (ATS FoC) provides cryogenic testing services to evaluate how materials and components perform in extreme cold. We use tensile, impact, fracture toughness, fatigue, and thermal contraction tests. Each program starts with a review of your materials, service temperatures, and applicable standards. We prepare specimens, cool them in controlled laboratory systems with liquid nitrogen or other cryogens, conduct the required tests, and deliver clear results. This data supports material selection, design validation, and long-term planning. We tailor every program to your project goals, ensuring you receive only the necessary data.
What Components, Assemblies, and Materials Can Be Tested at Cryogenic Temperatures?
We test a wide range of items, from raw material specimens to finished hardware that must remain reliable in extreme cold. Common test subjects include:
- Materials: metals, alloys, polymers, elastomers, and composites
- Components: weldments, fasteners, seals, gaskets, valves, and fittings
- Assemblies: pressure vessels, piping, and tank sections
We tailor testing to your specifications, ensuring specimen geometry, temperature, and exposure conditions match your actual service environment. Please share your drawings or material specifications, and we will recommend an appropriate test approach.
About Our Cryogenic Testing Services
Our laboratory uses specialized cooling systems and adheres to industry standards to ensure consistent, repeatable results. Our services include:
- Tensile testing at cryogenic temperatures
- Impact testing for brittleness evaluation
- Fracture toughness and fatigue testing
- Thermal contraction and expansion measurement
- Compatibility testing with liquid nitrogen and liquid oxygen
- Materials characterization and failure analysis
We support both single tests and multi-phase programs for applications in LNG, aerospace, industrial gas, medical and pharmaceutical storage, and superconducting research.
Can Cryogenic Test Data Be Used for Design Validation and Regulatory Documentation?
Yes. Data from controlled, standards-based testing supports design validation, maintenance planning, and documentation for governing bodies. Our reports detail test conditions, methods, and results, providing a traceable record for audits and reviews. Testing identifies risks such as brittle fracture and thermal stress before they impact performance. These records enable engineers, quality managers, and compliance teams to make informed, risk-based decisions. Because results and regulatory requirements vary by project, we confirm your documentation needs at the start of each program.
Request Cryogenic Testing Support
To learn how cryogenic testing can support your project, call us at +1 (888) 287-5227 or complete our online request form with details about your materials, test temperatures, and schedule. Whether you are validating a new design or addressing an in-service concern, our team will help define the right program and provide a customized proposal.
