About Secat

Secat is a metallurgical research laboratory specializing in aluminum, with the capability to test and analyze any metal. We also bring deep expertise in product and process technologies. We are Nadcap and ISO 17025:2017 certified, serving industries such as automotive, marine, aerospace, packaging, building & construction, electrical, and recycling.
Our three laboratories assist companies with materials testing, failure analysis, alloy development, and process enhancement for casting, forging, extrusion, rolling, and additive manufacturing. We also offer pilot-scale production, surface analysis, and advanced materials characterization. Through our long-established network of expert industry consultants and partnerships with national laboratories, we supplement our on-site capabilities to provide comprehensive solutions.
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Secat Teams, Facilities, and Equipment

The scientists and engineers at Secat provide in-depth analysis using state-of-the-art metallurgical tools.

Their advanced education combined with industrial experience provides a unique and valuable resource for aluminum companies. Secat is housed in a specially designed 10,000-square-foot research facility in Lexington, Kentucky, USA.

Secat has a wide variety of metallurgical R&D equipment, including SEM with EDS and EBSD, surface roughness tester, mechanical testing equipment for plate, sheet and foil, XRD for texture, hardness, earing, formability, and metal cleanliness (Alscan, Prefil, and Leco-Hydrogen). In addition, thermal treatment facilities with hot and cold rolling pilot capabilities enable Secat to develop new processes and alloys from casting to finished product.

Modeling software such as ProCAST, ABAQUS, Thermo-Calc, and JMAT Pro enables Secat to understand and compliment experimental alloy and process development work. Additionally, Star CD, a CFD model, is used in design and optimization of burners and melting equipment.

▪  Vision Statement

Secat, Inc. is the global “Center of Excellence” for providing metallurgical services and support.

▪  Mission Statement

Secat, Inc.’s mission is to strengthen the aluminum industry and its economic development by:

  • Providing comprehensive, expert-level, metallurgical support.

  • Offering specialized training opportunities focused on aluminum manufacturing.
  • Bridging the gap between academia and industry for successful commercialization of new products and processes.