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Pittsburgh, PA – 11/14/2025 – RJ Lee Group, a leading provider of advanced materials testing and laboratory services, today announced the acquisition of Spectrochemical Laboratories Material Evaluation, Inc. This strategic move strengthens RJ Lee Group’s position in the region and adds Spectrochemical’s extensive ceramics, metals, composites, and refractory testing capabilities to RJ Lee Group’s existing portfolio of services.
Spectrochemical, based in New Kensington, Pennsylvania, is recognized for its ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited testing services, offering chemical, metallurgical, and material evaluation across a wide range of industries. Their expertise in ceramics, refractory materials, and composites complements RJ Lee Group’s current offerings in mechanical, chemical, and analytical testing, enabling clients to access a broader spectrum of capabilities under one roof.
“Spectrochemical brings decades of specialized experience in ceramics and advanced materials to RJ Lee Group,” said Richard J Lee, CEO of RJ Lee Group. “By integrating their capabilities, we can now offer our clients a more comprehensive suite of materials testing solutions, from metals and composites to high-performance ceramics, with the same level of accuracy, reliability, and accredited testing standards they expect.”
Spectrochemical’s facilities, instruments, and highly trained staff will continue to operate from New Kensington, now as part of the RJ Lee Group network. Clients can expect continuity of service alongside expanded testing options, including chemical composition analysis (XRF, ICP), metallurgical evaluation, ceramic performance testing, and failure analysis.
“This acquisition represents an exciting opportunity to combine Spectrochemical’s specialized expertise with RJ Lee Group’s broad testing capabilities,” said [Spectrochemical Executive Name], President of Spectrochemical Laboratories. “Our clients will benefit from enhanced services, streamlined workflows, and faster turnaround for complex materials testing projects.”
With this acquisition, RJ Lee Group reinforces its commitment to providing state-of-the-art materials testing solutions to industries including aerospace, automotive, energy, and manufacturing, and further strengthens its presence in the Western Pennsylvania region.
About RJ Lee Group
RJ Lee Group is a premier provider of materials testing, analytical services, and consulting, serving clients across industrial, commercial, and research sectors. The company offers a comprehensive range of services from chemical and mechanical testing to failure analysis, helping clients ensure quality, compliance, and innovation.
About Spectrochemical Laboratories
Founded in New Kensington, Pennsylvania, Spectrochemical Laboratories is an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited lab specializing in chemical, metallurgical, and materials evaluation services, including testing of metals, ceramics, composites, and refractory materials.
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RJ Lee Group
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