A Universal Testing Machine (UTM) measures how materials respond to forces such as tension, compression, bending, or shear, identifying when a sample deforms or fails. Widely used in manufacturing, research, and quality control labs, UTMs can test a variety of materials—including plastics, metals, rubber, films, textiles, adhesives, and packaging—by swapping grips, fixtures, and accessories to […]
Different Types of Universal Testing Machines Universal Testing Machines (UTMs) are versatile, high-quality materials testing instruments used to evaluate tensile strength, compression, and a variety of other physical properties. With varying frame capacities, UTMs can accommodate a wide range of testing requirements and be configured with industry-standard grips and fixtures to meet quality specifications. At Thwing-Albert Instrument […]
Force measurement is one of the most fundamental methods of material testing and determines how a specimen will react under different loads or forces. It continues to be critical to the quality of end user products because it verifies material performance in applications where safety and reliability are essential, such as ensuring the strength of […]
Learn about some tips for the selection of grips and fixtures for use when testing with a Universal Materials Tester like the VantageNX or the QC-3A. This is one of the most important accessories because your samples need to stay in place during a test in order to be valid along with keeping your quality lab safe.
Cuts made to prepare a sample for tensile testing are critical to the accuracy and quality of the results. Preparing a sample without jagged edges or nicks is vital to ensure accurate tensile results. Those imperfections will affect the ability to provide consistent tensile results for the physical properties of the specimen.Â
