Expertise in Microstructure Analysis, Material Characterization and Process Optimization
We provide comprehensive expertise and state-of-the-art laboratory infrastructure to analyze and optimize materials, components, and processes for your technology development or failure investigations.
Our Competencies
Microstructure & Metallography
High-Resolution Microscopy & Analysis
Thermal & Thermodynamic Analysis
Chemical & Corrosion Testing
Mechanical Property Characterization
Thermal Processing & Casting Support
Your Added Value
- Comprehensive expertise: Metals, ceramics, alloys, coatings and advanced manufacturing materials
- State-of-the-art infrastructure: Fully equipped labs for metallography, heat treatment, casting and mechanical testing
- Tailored solutions: Customized analyses for components, technologies and failure cases
- Proven track record: Extensive experience in industrial projects, failure analysis and international R&D collaborations
Collaboration and Contact
Leverage our materials science expertise to optimize your components, improve processes, and solve complex material challenges.
We look forward to your inquiry and to developing tailored solutions for your company.

Prof. Dr. Anja Buchwalder
Group Leader of Materials Science
- Phone
- +41 56 202 73 80
- anja.buchwalder@fhnw.ch
