# SmartComp **SmartComp**, the add-on module from Total Materia, allows intelligent metal identification using chemical compositions obtained from a spectrometer or other analytical sources. Using a patented algorithm, **SmartComp** can eliminate a significant amount of time dedicated to research and increases the efficiency and functionality of laboratory and inspection business activities by enabling fast, multi-criteria material identification. Owing to its integration with Total Materia, material property details and cross-referencing can be viewed in seconds and compared with other alternatives if needed. ## The Challenges * Carrying out complex material identification studies based solely on chemical composition, as a highly experienced expert would. * Reducing thousands of hours spent in research to identify materials, which is sometimes in vain. * Driving down high costs associated with acquiring specifications and standards. * Minimizing rework and scrap in the manufacturing environment through effective root cause identification of plant process errors. ## The Solution: Total Materia - SmartComp The new generation of spectrometers can generate a material chemical analysis in seconds, but how do you identify other critical information about the material, such as its grade, origin, properties, and equivalents? Starting from a simple chemical analysis obtained from a spectrometer, and using a patented algorithm, **SmartComp** is able to identify matching grades from around the world, dramatically increasing the usability of the analysis and enhancing the overall functionality of the laboratory. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.totalmateria.com/smartcomp.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.