Metallurgical Failure Analysis and Materials Engineering Solutions

Welcome to Fasching Engineering! I’m Audrey Fasching, Ph.D., P.E., a dedicated materials engineer with over 30 years of experience in tackling complex engineering challenges. I specialize in metallurgical failure analysis and offer a wide spectrum of materials engineering solutions.

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About Me

Expertise Across Multiple Domains

My expertise encompasses metallurgy, metallurgical engineering, and materials science. I also have experience in materials characterization, welding, brazing, soldering and joining, corrosion analysis, fracture analysis, chemical and mechanical property evaluation, and wear.

Committed to Insightful Solutions

At Fasching Engineering, I focus on delivering insightful, thorough solutions that not only diagnose and present issues but also guide the development of more effective, durable materials for the future. My goal is to empower clients to comprehend the intricate behavior of materials and ensure optimal performance across various industries, including medical device manufacturing, construction, automotive, marine, oil and gas, and aerospace.

Supporting Your Engineering Projects

Whether you need assistance with identifying root causes of failure or enhancing material properties, my approach is rooted in a commitment to excellence, integrity, and value. By leveraging my extensive knowledge in metallurgical failure analysis, I aim to support your projects and innovations every step of the way.

Audrey Fasching, Ph.D., P.E. specializes in failure analysis, metallurgy, materials science, corrosion, and wear, as well as welding, brazing, and soldering of metal alloys. She has more than 30 years of experience helping solve metallurgical engineering problems in the medical device, construction, automotive, marine, oil and gas, and aerospace industries. Audrey has a specific interest in the areas of welding, brazing and soldering, microstructural morphology/evolution, heat treatment, fracture, corrosion, and materials selection.

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My Services

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Failure Analysis

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Microstructural Evaluation

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Corrosion Analysis

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Materials Selection

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Fasching Engineering strives to provide honest, accurate solutions and excellent value to our clients

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Exceptional Materials Engineering and Failure Analysis Solutions.

Welcome to Fasching Engineering! I’m a materials engineer with over 30 years of experience who specializes in metallurgical engineering and failure analysis. I have experience in materials characterization, welding, soldering and joining, corrosion analysis, fracture analysis, and chemical and mechanical property evaluation.