Instron testing suite

• Two 8800 servo-hydraulic systems, dynamic loading capacity of ±250kN
• Electropuls E3000, dynamic loading capacity of ±3kN
• Electromechanical 5969, loading capacity up to 50kN
• Measured properties include tension, compression, axial fatigue, 3- or 4-point bending, shear, creep, galling and fracture toughness (SENT or SENB)
• Testing between -150°C and 1000°C
• Video extensometer for contactless measurements
• Fatigue can be carried out also in bespoke environment (e.g. saline solution).

Hardness measurements

• The Qness 60A+ measures hardness with three supported test methods: Vickers, Knoop and Brinell hardness
• Automatic feature for hardness mapping
• Load capability between 0.25g-60kg
• Many applications such as tooth flank testing, identical sample tests and microscopy and weld sample testing and analysis.

Rotary bending fatigue

• Three R.R. Moore rigs for rotary bending fatigue
• Number of cycles to failure up to 100 million
• Frequency up to 100Hz
• Furnaces available for applications up to 1000°C
• Tests can be carried out in bespoke environments (e.g. saline solution).

Impact testing

• Tinius Olsen IT503 bench system with either Charpy or Izod configuration and 25J capacity
• Losenhausenwerk system with over 290J capacity
• Both systems fully comply with the specifications outlined in ASTM E23, BS EN ISO 148-3, BS EN ISO 148-2 and ISO 442
• Testing can be completed at sub-ambient and elevated temperatures.