Almost no modern products are made without the use of at least some plastic parts, and the number of plastic parts in products is increasing all the time. Modern engineered plastics are strong, light weight, and resistant to chemical attack and corrosion, and come in a staggering range of colors and textures. However, with the increase in use of such materials has come the need for different analytical techniques and expertise for their characterization. IMR has invested heavily in the techniques and personnel necessary for analyzing plastic components. From routine measurement of physical and chemical properties to complex failure investigations , we have the expertise necessary to fully support plastic manufacturers and users. In addition, IMR is one of the few labs possessing the capability to analyze both metals and plastics at one time, which gives us unique abilities for product testing and failure analysis.