testXpert II Testing Software – Intelligent and Reliable

testXpert II – testing software by ZwickRoell

testXpert II is state-of-the art software technology developed on the latest Microsoft Windows platform. It is straightforward and flexible, user-friendly and powerful, accurate and cost effective, intelligent and reliable.
testXpert II is the testing software for all ZwickRoell testing machines and instruments, serving as a single, standard testing platform for all applications. It offers a uniform, integrated operating concept that keeps training requirements for different testing machines and instruments to a minimum.

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Significant Advantages and Features

Advantages

testXpert II understands your industry

ZwickRoell materials testing machines are employed successfully in more than 20 industries. Wide-ranging applications expertise based on decades of testing experience and interaction with customers from all industry branches enables ZwickRoell to deliver the right solution. Active involvement in various standards committees ensures that the latest developments are channeled directly into testXpert II software, making it the ideal solution for your industry.

Over 20,000 installations worldwide
More than 30 software developers continuously developing new functions
Service partners available in over 50 countries
More than 10 ZwickRoell representatives actively involved in international standards committees
Over 600 standards already available as Standard Test Programs

Rest assured— you are in expert hands.

testXpert II – the All-Rounder

testXpert II is the testing software for all ZwickRoell testing machines and instruments, serving as a single, standard testing platform for all applications.

The Benefits of testXpert II

Ingeniously simple — testXpert II’s stand-out feature is its amazingly simple, intuitive operation. Meaningful icons and a clear menu structure enable rapid orientation and significantly reduce the time taken for familiarization, while the menu bar adapts to the user's actual requirements, making working with testXpert II ingeniously simple. Simply ingenious!

Intelligent — you can depend on the testXpert II wizards to guide you swiftly to your goal, even with demanding activities such as creating and modifying test programs and reports. And if you have any questions regarding the program, comprehensive Online Help will quickly provide exactly the right answer every time.

Modular product range structure — tailor test programs to suit each standard test or construct your own solutions in line with your needs. For every imaginable requirement there is already a ready-made solution. You can incorporate additional modules as and when you like.

Compatible with your hardware — testXpert II is compatible with all standard commercial PCs and laptops - no expansion cards required! This means that testXpert II will not invalidate any of the warranty conditions for your computer.
This simplifies changing your system’s computer and allows you to create your own test programs or carry out analyses in the comfort of your office - you have access to your test data at all times.

testXpert II can do more than simply work in your language; this versatile software also uses your technical terminology. Symbols and variables typically found in your industry (e.g. for metals, plastics, rubber etc.) are deployed throughout in the software, giving you a greater degree of relevant information for your testing application.

A requirement of today's quality assurance standards is the ability to export test results to the company's own central database. With this in mind we have designed testXpert II to enable reliable communication with your IT system. We have built in flexible interfaces and ensured integration of MS Office applications through Object Linking and Embedding (OLE).

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testXpert II testing software – intelligent and accurate

testXpert II is ZwickRoell's testing software for all test machines and instruments, serving as a single, standard testing platform for all applications.

Software Philosophy at a Glance

testXpert II is designed to be purely intuitive. Meaningful icons and a standardized structure for all applications make it easy to quickly navigate through the software and keep user familiarization time to a minimum.

testXpert II is the right solution for simple, standardized applications...

Load the test program, enter the specimen dimensions, grip the specimen, and press the start button—testXpert II will take care of the rest.

... and for demanding testing requirements in research and development

testXpert II offers a Master Test Program already prepared for all types of tests, allowing you to configure your test sequence to meet your needs.
You can also customize the user interface so you see only the graphics, results tables, tolerance displays, input dialogs, and layout elements that you require for your testing situation.
The comprehensive results and statistics tables can be expanded as required. Long-term evaluations and informative histograms are already integrated in testXpert II.
Freely programmable test sequences are a frequent requirement, particularly in research applications. The testXpert II Graphical Sequence Editor is the perfect tool for this.
ZwickRoell can provide customizations tailored to your specific applications;
Existing sensor technology is easily integrated in testXpert II; even measurement channels from external measurement amplifiers can be imported synchronized into testXpert II.

User-Friendly Interface

Intuitive for beginners, efficient for advanced users

testXpert II is designed to be purely intuitive. Informative icons and straightforward structuring enable fast, easy orientation, reducing operator familiarization time to a minimum. An intelligent wizard function guides you systematically through the test configuration and automatically checks your inputs for plausibility.

testXpert II Up Close

Let us introduce you to the world of materials testing and take a look behind the scenes at the comprehensive functionality of testXpert II. Our animated video will bring you up close to the testXpert II testing software.

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Test Environment

testXpert II always knows how, where and with what you want to test

ZwickRoell's testXpert II test environment concept provides the safest, most reliable and most efficient testing system on the market. All relevant machine and safety settings, including crosshead position, fixture separation, and sensor configuration are stored and assigned to freely definable test environments.

Intelligent wizard

Intelligent Wizard

The testXpert II wizard allows fast, efficient parameter setting for the required test sequence. It includes all test-relevant parameters; to assist the user the already configured and not yet processed wizard pages are flagged. In addition to the Standard Wizard, an Advanced Wizard is available to experienced users for additional settings.

Context menus

Ease of Use with Context Menus

Right click to access many additional useful functions and configuration options for the testXpert II user interface elements.

Interactive help

Interactive Online Help

testXpert II won't leave you in the lurch.

Channels, results and evaluations

Channels, results, and evaluations

testXpert II generates any type of result or channel quickly and reliably

With the help of the intelligent wizard, more results can be added to those already defined in the relevant test programs

Reference values
Statistical values
Peak and gradient determination
Complex ZIMT results, measurement and formula channels

Export Editor

testXpert II Export Editor

testXpert II's unique import/export interfaces allow perfect integration into your IT structure for test result processing or data export.

Test environment visualization

Test Environment Visualization

With one mouse click you can generate images or videos of your test arrangement and integrate them directly into the test program . This provides additional visual information about the test arrangement and test sequence. You can also generate specimen-specific images for each specimen, that is, in addition to graphs and test results this function also provides visual options for assessing specimen behavior.

Online language swapping

Online Language Swapping

testXpert II offers language-independent operation of your testing machine.

The testXpert II user interface and reports can be displayed in ten different languages.
Languages can be swapped online whenever required—at the click of a button.
Regardless of which language is used for the test, the test report can automatically be created in a different language.

Graphical Sequence Editor

Reference test software in R & D and academia - applications

The Graphical Sequence Editor gives you all the flexibility and freedom you need. You can create individually tailored test sequences of any type, combining test events, parameters and results entirely in line with your requirements, making this the ideal tool for generating non-standardized test sequences.

Prepared test programs

Customized Test Programs for Every Application

Materials testing is that easy with testXpert II at your side.

testXpert II contains over 600 Standard Test Programs, enabling you to find the right test program for almost any standard—with standard compliance guaranteed. All parameters, results, and the report are already preconfigured in accordance with the relevant standard, and all Standard Test Programs use your industry's terminology. This means you can start testing right away. If requirements above and beyond the standard are common in your industry, our experts will take this into account.

ZwickRoell also supplies Master Test Programs for freely configurable tensile, compression, flexure, tear growth, adhesion, peel and cyclic tests, as well as Master Test Programs for instruments.

Expanded traceability

Expanded Traceability

In accordance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11

Ever-increasing demands are placed on software used in the medical and pharmaceutical industries to document the traceability of completed actions. These demands are met by the 'Expanded Traceability' (as per FDA 21 CFR Part 11) option available with ZwickRoell's testXpert II testing software.

Additional testXpert II Functions

Learn more about our testing software's functions by clicking on the image.

User management for reliable test results
Should users be able to carry out functions only within a defined area of responsibility? Or would you like to make life easier for users by hiding unneeded functions in the menu bar?
- The powerful integrated user management feature of testXpert II lets you do both.
- Choose from predefined user groups or define your own groups.
- For example, you can allow or block individual menu items, standard actions, or test programs.
- This provides a reliable way of preventing input errors and manipulation.
User management for reliable test results
Should users be able to carry out functions only within a defined area of responsibility? Or would you like to make life easier for users by hiding unneeded functions in the menu bar?
- The powerful integrated user management feature of testXpert II lets you do both.
- Choose from predefined user groups or define your own groups.
- For example, you can allow or block individual menu items, standard actions, or test programs.
- This provides a reliable way of preventing input errors and manipulation.
Report Editor
- The report is automatically printed or saved as a PDF file after the test. Results can be exported in ASCII format
- Fast creation and modification of test reports to individual requirements and specifications
- Effortless report compilation via structure editor with comprehensive range of functions
- Your administrative data (company name, tester, certificate number etc.), together with a uniform report structure, can be centrally specified for all test programs.
Report Editor
- The report is automatically printed or saved as a PDF file after the test. Results can be exported in ASCII format
- Fast creation and modification of test reports to individual requirements and specifications
- Effortless report compilation via structure editor with comprehensive range of functions
- Your administrative data (company name, tester, certificate number etc.), together with a uniform report structure, can be centrally specified for all test programs.
Long-term evaluations
A powerful option that manages test results from various sources and also generates and archives long-term statistics, typically used to
- Evaluate materials and components from various tests and depict long-term statistics and trend of single characteristics
- Create related test reports
Long-term evaluations
A powerful option that manages test results from various sources and also generates and archives long-term statistics, typically used to
- Evaluate materials and components from various tests and depict long-term statistics and trend of single characteristics
- Create related test reports
Video Capturing Plus
- Videos synchronized with the test and integrated in testXpert II and measurement of individual images enable visual analysis of specimen behavior parallel to the test sequence.
- Additional single images can be generated at any desired point in the test sequence for subsequent direct export or incorporation into the test report.
- Integrated Video Capture layout in every test program for ease of use
Video Capturing Plus
- Videos synchronized with the test and integrated in testXpert II and measurement of individual images enable visual analysis of specimen behavior parallel to the test sequence.
- Additional single images can be generated at any desired point in the test sequence for subsequent direct export or incorporation into the test report.
- Integrated Video Capture layout in every test program for ease of use
Expanded Control

An integrated oscilloscope with set, actual, and control values plus comprehensive controller settings enables you to implement complex control requirements.

Expanded Control

An integrated oscilloscope with set, actual, and control values plus comprehensive controller settings enables you to implement complex control requirements.
ZIMT
ZwickRoell Interpreter for Materials Testing
- ZIMT is a flexible programming language which can be used to access all test data and functions within testXpert II.
- ZIMT allows you to create any number of complex calculation and evaluation methods.
- The evaluation algorithms integrated in ZIMT can be used to analyze test data records.
ZIMT
ZwickRoell Interpreter for Materials Testing
- ZIMT is a flexible programming language which can be used to access all test data and functions within testXpert II.
- ZIMT allows you to create any number of complex calculation and evaluation methods.
- The evaluation algorithms integrated in ZIMT can be used to analyze test data records.
Multiaxial solutions

In addition to normal axial test sequences, testXpert II permits a large range of superimposed multiaxial solutions.

Multiaxial solutions

In addition to normal axial test sequences, testXpert II permits a large range of superimposed multiaxial solutions.
Universal connections
- Incorporation of external sensors via easy integration of specimen measuring instruments, barcode scanners, scales, plus external load cells, displacement transducers and strain-gage bridges via the intelligent external sensor concept.
- HBM measurement channels can be directly integrated in testXpert II, and the testControl and HBM channel hardware can be synchronized, making measured value acquisition of the HBM channels up to 2.4 kHz possible.
Universal connections
- Incorporation of external sensors via easy integration of specimen measuring instruments, barcode scanners, scales, plus external load cells, displacement transducers and strain-gage bridges via the intelligent external sensor concept.
- HBM measurement channels can be directly integrated in testXpert II, and the testControl and HBM channel hardware can be synchronized, making measured value acquisition of the HBM channels up to 2.4 kHz possible.
Education Module
The interactive multimedia teaching software for materials testing
- Interactive videos with text for the most important sections of the test
- All mechanical and technological test types are included
- Interactive quiz for each video sequence checks for understanding
- testXpert II test series with synchronized videos
- Exercises with testXpert II virtual testing machine
- Practical tests based on a series of exercises
- Execution of tests without damaging the specimens
The testXpert II Education Module is the ideal complement to classical teaching methods.
Education Module
The interactive multimedia teaching software for materials testing
- Interactive videos with text for the most important sections of the test
- All mechanical and technological test types are included
- Interactive quiz for each video sequence checks for understanding
- testXpert II test series with synchronized videos
- Exercises with testXpert II virtual testing machine
- Practical tests based on a series of exercises
- Execution of tests without damaging the specimens
The testXpert II Education Module is the ideal complement to classical teaching methods.
Virtual Testing Machine
- Simulates tests without an actual testing machine
- Provides targeted, efficient familiarization with testXpert II testing software
- Offers various specimen models for simulation of various specimen types
- Customer-specific specimen models can be created easily
- Simple function checks on test sequences which have been generated in-house
Ideal for training purposes and to check complex test sequences
Virtual Testing Machine
- Simulates tests without an actual testing machine
- Provides targeted, efficient familiarization with testXpert II testing software
- Offers various specimen models for simulation of various specimen types
- Customer-specific specimen models can be created easily
- Simple function checks on test sequences which have been generated in-house
Ideal for training purposes and to check complex test sequences

We offer you more...

Are you already using our testing software and you would now like to upgrade to the latest version? Do you have individual requirements you would like to see reflected in our testing software, or would you like to connect it to an in-house database? Perhaps you would like to implement one standardized test sequence at all your sites and required support from our software? Read more about updates and upgrades for your testing software, customized software solutions, and corporate licenses.

Updates & upgrades

Updates & Upgrades

Do you already have testXpert II and would now like to have the latest version? A version update offers new important functions and features, new standards, and compatibility with new operating systems (see table below), and much more.

Do you have a testing system operated with testXpert, but would like to upgrade to testXpert II? After an upgrade, testing machines equipped with testControl electronics have access to all the options offered by the latest versions of testXpert II testing software.

On 8 April 2014, Microsoft officially ended support for its Windows XP operating system. On April 11, 2017, support for the Windows Vista operating system was also ended. Starting January 14, 2020, extended support for Windows 7 will also end. Microsoft has drawn attention to the consequences associated with termination of support. These include:
No security updates
No bug fixes
Security and compatibility risks
Downtime

Support resources are no longer available from Microsoft. (source: www.microsoft.com)
ZwickRoell has the right solution for every situation and is well-equipped to assist you in switching to the latest technology. Contact us. We look forward to discussing your needs.

Software customizations

Customized software adaptations

Do you have special new requirements for your testing software? testXpert II adapts to your needs!

Why not take advantage of our software engineers' years of experience in implementing customer-specific (not to mention industry-specific) solutions? Our specialists will be happy to help you put your testing software to work so you can get the best test results possible. Examples of software services include the following:

Integration of testXpert II in your IT landscape (ERP systems, CAQ systems (for example, qs-STAT, etc.))
Upgrade from testXpert to testXpert II
Creation or customization of test standards in line with individual customer requirements
Database-supported management of test standards
Database connection (Oracle, MySQL, etc.)

For questions about these software services, contact our support desk at supportdesk@zwick.de.

testControl II – Innovative Electronics

testXpert II testing software and testControl II electronics make a great team.

testXpert II testing software and testControl II machine electronics are perfectly matched, ensuring safe and efficient operation of the materials testing machine. testXpert II provides the optimum solution for any testing requirement.

More information about testControl II Electronics

A Standard Made in Germany

We manufacture products with maximum care and precision and supply state-of-the-art solutions for research and development to customers from every sector and industry. Our testing machines embody the proverbial quality of "Made in Germany." All of our testing systems comply with the current EC Machinery Directive.

Experience this yourself at our annual exhibition, testXpo, in Ulm.

Dr. Jan Stefan Roell

Made in Germany
Safety for the entire testing system
Ergonomic operation
Flexible and ready for the next generation of technology

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ZwickRoell delivers customized testXpert training at ThyssenKrupp Presta

ThyssenKrupp Presta is one the world's most successful manufacturers of steering systems and leads the way in bulk metal forming technology. This pre-eminent position is due in no small part to consistent, seamless quality assurance delivered by well-trained staff. To further reinforce its employees' expertise in the field of testing software, ThyssenKrupp Presta arranged for ZwickRoell to provide specially tailored training courses for around 65 employees at its Eschen site in Liechtenstein.

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