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 company founded in 1997 by Dr. Donald and Cathy Zipperian. With decades of combined experience in metallographic sample preparation, PACE Technologies has established itself as a trusted provider of equipment and consumables used in laboratories worldwide.
PACE Technologies' commitment to advancing the field was recognized in 2015 when the company received the Presidential "E" Award for excellence in exporting U.S. products and services. This award reflects their dedication to supporting the global metallography community through quality equipment and technical expertise.
Metallography.org represents the next step in this commitment: sharing knowledge freely with the community. By providing comprehensive educational resources at no cost, we aim to help metallographers everywhere improve their techniques and achieve better results, regardless of their location or resources.
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.