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A trusted partner in composites since 2011

CERL began as the primary testing facility for the Maine Composites Alliance and now operates as part of the University of Southern Maine. We combine applied engineering expertise with hands-on lab capabilities to support companies across New England and beyond.

Primary testing facility for the Maine Composites Alliance

CERL is vetted by MERC

CERL is an approved consultant for the Maine Technology Institute (MTI) under the Maine Entrepreneurial Resource Corps (MERC). We are proud to be in this network of Maine-based professionals.

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Industries we support

  • Marine and Offshore
  • Wind and Alternative Energy
  • Aerospace and Avionics
  • Microelectronics
  • Consumer and Construction Goods
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Let’s solve your next challenge

Whether you’re dealing with material failures, production bottlenecks, or the need to validate performance, CERL provides the expertise and testing capabilities to move your work forward. We also support product development from early concepts through prototyping and into production. We can help you solve problems and make informed decisions with confidence.