Machine Shop

WMT&R's Full-Service Machine Shop

Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research (WMT&R) maintains a state-of-the-art, full-service machine shop, ensuring precision machining and fast turnaround times for all test specimens. By machining all test specimens onsite, we eliminate delays associated with outsourcing, allowing us to meet strict deadlines and maintain superior quality control.

Our expertise in low stress grinding, machining subsize specimens to close tolerances, and designing custom fixturing for unique testing applications has made us a trusted resource for laboratories and mills worldwide. With substantial engineering experience and continuous investment in advanced machining technologies, we offer a complete, integrated solution for material testing.

Expanded Machining Capabilities in the UK

Our UK laboratory in Banbury, Oxfordshire has doubled its cylindrical low stress grinding capacity, enhancing flexibility and reducing lead times for critical testing applications. This expansion allows us to accommodate a wider range of specimen geometries and ensure faster processing for high cycle fatigue, low cycle fatigue, and tensile testing.

Key Machining Capabilities & Nadcap Accreditation:

• Low Stress Grinding (Z1 & Z2): Precision grinding techniques minimizing residual stresses in nickel, titanium, and steel alloys for aerospace and motorsport applications.
• Standard Specimen Machining (Z): High-volume CNC turning for standardized test specimens.
• Cast Specimens (Z3): Specialized machining for cast material testing.