About Metallography.org
A free educational service dedicated to advancing metallographic sample preparation and helping the global metallography community achieve consistent, accurate results.
Our Mission
Metallography.org was created as a service to the metallography community, driven by a passion for advancing metallographic sample preparation and helping spread good information throughout the field.
Our mission is to provide free, detailed, and reliable educational resources that support laboratories, researchers, and students around the world. We believe that access to quality information should be freely available to everyone working in metallography and microstructural analysis.
Through detailed guides, practical tools, reference materials, and expert knowledge, we aim to help practitioners at all levels achieve consistent, accurate results in their metallographic work. Whether you're preparing samples for quality control, research, or failure analysis, our resources are designed to support your success.
This platform is the brainchild of PACE Technologies President Marc Salerno, who envisioned a complete resource that would serve the entire metallography community, from students just getting started to experienced professionals seeking to refine their techniques.
Quick Facts
Free Resources
All guides, tools, and materials are completely free to use
Community Focused
Designed to serve the global metallography community
Expert Knowledge
Content created by industry professionals with years of experience
Rooted in Experience
Metallography.org is supported by PACE Technologies, a family-owned and operated company founded in 1997 by Dr. Donald and Cathy Zipperian. What began as a small project in the Zipperian family's home (with an office in the basement and warehouse in the garage) has grown into a trusted name in metallographic equipment and consumables.
Driven by a passion for advancing metallographic sample preparation after years in the industry, PACE Technologies has dedicated itself to designing and manufacturing reliable, high-quality equipment that supports laboratories and researchers worldwide. This commitment to quality and service earned PACE Technologies the prestigious Presidential "E" Award in 2015 for contributing to the growth of U.S. exports.
Building on this foundation of expertise and dedication, Metallography.org extends PACE Technologies' commitment to the community by providing free educational resources that help practitioners achieve consistent, accurate results in metallography and microstructural analysis.
What We Stand For
The principles that guide everything we do
Education First
We believe knowledge should be freely accessible. Our detailed guides and resources are designed to help everyone, from beginners to experts, improve their metallographic skills.
Quality & Accuracy
Every resource is crafted with attention to detail and accuracy. We draw from industry standards, best practices, and years of hands-on experience to provide reliable information.
Community Support
We're here to support the global metallography community. Whether you're troubleshooting a problem or learning a new technique, we're committed to helping you succeed.
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Discover detailed guides, practical tools, and expert knowledge to help you master metallographic sample preparation.