Customer Training
New instrument? We won’t leave you behind.
We want to give you all the tools you need to succeed in your lab, and this means being there for you each step of the way—even after the sale. In our customer training classes, we can show you exactly how to use your new instrument to its full potential. You’ll get hands-on lab experience in our state-of-the-art training facilities and learn about an array of topics specific to your recent instrument purchase, ranging from daily operation to troubleshooting, as well as how to use more advanced features. Review our class schedules below.
Please note any national or state COVID-19 requirements in effect at the start of each class will be followed.
Analytical Training Classes
LECO’s experienced customer training team provides educational opportunities to help customers make the most of our products. Available for a wide variety of LECO analytical instrumentation, our training classes incorporate key topics in a combined lecture and “hands-on” format, including:
- Theory of operation
- Daily operation
- Proper maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Advanced features—calibration, drift correction, data export/import, and database management
In-person classes are scheduled between 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Tuesday & Wednesday, and between 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM on Thursday; *Two-day classes end at 4:30 PM on the second day.
If you are interested in training for an instrument that does not appear on the schedule, please contact our training coordinator, Ms. Chris Cook (she/her) at (269) 985-5483 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
To register, use the Online Registration Form
Analytical Training Schedule
| Instrument | Dates | Location |
| 628 Series (FP/CN/CHN) | Watch for future dates | |
| 828 Series (FP/CN/CHN) | November 28-30, 2023 | St. Joseph, Michigan |
| 832 Series (S/C/SC/DR/HT) | Watch for future dates | |
| 928 Series (FP/CN/CNS) | October 17-19, 2023 | St. Joseph, Michigan |
| AC600 (*2-Day Class) | Watch for future dates | |
| C/S Series (744 & 844) | September 19-21, 2023 | Ft. Myers, Florida |
| ON/H Series (736 & 836) | Watch for future dates | |
| RC612 | Watch for future dates | |
| TGA801 (*2-Day Class) | November 15-16, 2023 |
St. Joseph, Michigan |
| TruMac N/CN/NS/CNS | Watch for future dates |
GDS/Spectroscopy Training Classes
If you are interested in training for an instrument that does not appear on the schedule, please contact our training coordinator, Mrs. Chris Cook at (269) 985-5483 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
To register, use the Online Registration Form
| Spectroscopy Training Schedule | Location |
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GDS500 |
St. Joseph, MI |
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GDS850/QDP |
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GDS900/950 |
St. Joseph, Michigan (unless online/virtual) |
Mass Spectrometry Training Classes
LECO offers a number of online training options for the Pegasus BT and BT 4D, GCxGC FID and Pegasus GC-HRT+ and 4D. Learn about all of our Instrument Training Options here.
In addition, LECO is proud to introduce an online platform entitled “LECOLearn” for our Pegasus BT and BT 4D users. This supplementary and free training system offers an introductory course to the various aspects of the software. LECOLearn is self-guided, and the program can be completed at your pace and at your convenience. Learn more here.
Register for classes online, or call 269-985-5483.
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Location |
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Pegasus BT/Pegasus BT 4D |
St. Joseph, MI |
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Pegasus HRT/Pegasus HRT-4D |
Metallography Classes
LECO Corporation brings you the most up-to-date, comprehensive instruction for those working in metallography, metallurgy, quality control, or failure analysis. Our fully equipped Metallography Laboratory and lecture facility provide you with an environment for learning that is second-to-none. We offer services to enhance your learning experience, including course materials, coffee/snack breaks, lunches, one group dinner, and transportation to and from the local airport (as well as between the hotel and the classroom).
Register for classes online, or call (269) 985-5380.
Note: The following classes will be held in-person and any national or state COVID-19 requirements in effect at the start of each class will be followed. Participation is limited to two (2) attendees per organization.
Basic Metallographic Techniques
September 26-28, 2023 (1/2 day on the 26th)
A 2½-day course in St. Joseph, Michigan covering the complete range of metallographic specimen preparation, micro-/macro-indentation testing, grain size determination, and photomicrography. An overview of optical terms and techniques will also be presented. Each day begins with three hours of lecture, with the rest of each day spent in the laboratory. Students are encouraged to bring samples of materials from their daily work for laboratory analysis.
Course fee is $850 (US).
Principles of Metallurgy and Interpretation of Microstructures in Ferrous Alloys
October 24-26, 2023
A 3-day course in St. Joseph, Michigan covering basic metallurgy principles, binary phase diagrams, TTT diagrams, heat treatment of steel, inclusion classification, and microstructure identification. The class curriculum is all lecture (no lab) and includes daily quizzes. ASM Handbook, Volume 9 (Metallography and Microstructures) is included (a $297 value). Prerequisites: Participants should have a basic working knowledge of metallographic techniques.
Course fee is $1300 (US).