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Rosenheim University of Applied Sciences uses a total of seven materials testing machines and devices for various tests and research projects. The Amsler HIT1100F drop impact tester is currently the focus of a new research project at Rosenheim University of Applied Sciences. To the case study
With a total of more than 20 non-contact extensometers from ZwickRoell, voestalpine measures changes in width and extension, determines r, n and Z values and carries out standard-compliant determinations of the break point. To the case study
ZwickRoell is responding to Covid-19 challenges with testing solutions for Personal Protective Equipment helping to ensure a high quality of polypropylene (PP). Mflow enables the measurement of high MVRs, and with die plug ensures that the material stays in the extrusion barrel during preheating and that afterward, the test is automatically run with high quality. To the case study
The testing institute Gyeongnam Technopark in South Korea does various tensile and compression tests on composites with a 600 kN materials testing machine. To the case study
The Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur or IIT-KGP) is a public technical and research university established by the Government of India in 1951. It is the first of the IITs to be established and is recognized as an Institute of National Importance. In 2019, it was awarded the status of Institute of Eminence by the Government of India. To the case study
The Indian Institute of Science in Bangalore uses Kappa Mini to perform creep tests on microspecimens from aircraft engines and power plants with a gauge length from 1 mm. To the case study
Stental GmbH is a start-up with a focus on the development and marketing of implants. Stental GmbH is currently developing various stent systems for vascular use. For the quality control of stents, the company relies on testing technology from ZwickRoell To the case study
Covestro Germany tests elastomers using the robotic testing system roboTest L To the case study
Determining the residual seal force with ZwickRoell when filling COVID-19 vaccines To the case study
Within the scope of research and final theses, the Institute for Materials and Application Technology Tuttlingen (IWAT) of the Furtwangen University in Germany has worked in cooperation with ZwickRoell for a number of years. To determine the strength characteristic values of additively manufactured metal components, mechanical tests are performed in the ZwickRoell laboratory. To the case study
ISO 80369-7/ISO 80369-20: Collaborative effort in Ulm develops a semi-automatic test on small bore Luer connectors To the case study
BAM Infra, a specialist for infrastructural connections, performs tests on asphalt to DIN EN 12697 with two modernized materials testing machines from ZwickRoell. To the case study
ZwickRoell has supplied a 250kN universal testing machine to Deevin Seismic Systems. The machine has two test areas with the possibility to use a third test area in future. To the case study
Office furniture manufacturer Sedus Stoll AG relies on a modernized test rig from ZwickRoell for endurance tests on office furniture. To the case study
One of the leading materials research centers supports the production of new and extremely heat resistant materials for the aviation industry. For several years now, this research institute has been using creep testing machines from ZwickRoell to test these materials. To the case study
The largest steel mill in China is automating tensile tests on steel using a robotic testing system roboTest L with a laser extensometer. To the case study
ZwickRoell is the first manufacturer of materials testing machines that meet every strict specification for testing in cleanrooms according to DIN EN ISO 14644 1:2016-06; DIN EN ISO 14644-14 and VDI 2083 Page 9.1. To the case study
The Swiss company Früh Verpackungstechnik AG is one of the leading companies for flexible and customized packaging solutions and contract packaging in the field of medicine and pharmaceuticals. For quality control purposes, Früh relies on materials testing machines from ZwickRoell—and this for good reason. To the case study
University of Ottawa Chooses Flexible zwickiLine for Research and Development in Biomechanics To the case study
A globally operating pharmaceutical company specialising in manufacturing of sterile, injectable drugs is testing its autoinjectors with ZwickRoell's autoinjector testing system. To the case study
Kabelwerk Meißen has been an experienced partner for solutions in the field of cables and electrical wires for 150 years. To ensure consistently high product quality, the cable factory relies on the ProLine universal testing machine from ZwickRoell. To the case study
Taiyuan University of Technology determines the stress concentration of metals under high and ultra-high temperatures with a high-temperature testing system from ZwickRoell. To the case study
To test the intrinsic viscosity (IV) of PET recycled granulate, RCS plastics relies on the modular Mflow extrusion plastometer from ZwickRoell. To the case study
We were looking for a flexible way to test larger specimens in different configurations. Building upon their experience with our Control Cube-modernised Dartec machine, we had the idea to showcase the Cube’s capabilities to our academic colleagues and also present the technology to potential students at open days at the School of Engineering. To the case study
As a global leader in the design, manufacture, and supply of wire and cable products, Superior Essex helps power our interconnected society. To the case study
R-TECH Materials has invested in ZwickRoell’s latest composites testing technology, a 10 kN AllroundLine universal testing machine. To the case study
Chinese automotive company – testing solution for high-temperature tensile tests on metallic materials up to 1,200 °C To the case study
Creep Testing on Wood – University Uses Creep Testing Machine from ZwickRoell in a Temperature Range of +20°C to +90°C To the case study
Piston manufacturer tests materials for combustion engines at high temperatures up to 800 °C according to ISO 6892-2 and ASTM E21 To the case study
Whether travelling at 140 km/h on the world's most difficult downhill course in Kitzbühel, at the Freeski Worldcup, at Mont Blanc or powder snow skiing in the Rocky Mountains, the demand for safety, reliability and functionality in ski equipment is constantly increasing. The leading manufacturer of innovative binding systems, Marker, relies on ZwickRoell as its trusted partner. To the case study
“We are using ZwickRoell products for a very long time and are very satisfied with the reliable test results they provide. The service support offered by the ZwickRoell India team is very efficient!“ quote by Markanday Kunwar, deputy manager of QC Lab To the case study
Hazira Manufacturing Complex is a manufacturing facility specialized in large sized equipment for Process Plants and Nuclear and Defence sectors and it counts to one of the best in the world. ZwickRoell’s 330kN materials testing machine is a part of well-equipped testing laboratory with cutting edge equipment and technology. To the case study
Manufacturer of PET containers – KOSME determines compressive strength according to DIN 55526 with a ProLine testing machine from ZwickRoell. To the case study
The importance of cleanrooms is currently in the spotlight as the global community awaits a vacine for Covid-19. Laboratories need controlled environments that are contamination free in order to carry out development and testing that produces reliable test results. ZwickRoell's zwickiLine materials testing machines can be used in production and testing areas of cleanroom classes 5 and 6. To the case study
Domel Company is one of the largest European developers and manufacturers of electric vacuum motors, DC motors, EC motors, and components. The complexity of an electric motor presents many challenges during manufacturing and testing. Each component is essential to the functioning of the motor. It goes without saying that quality control of these components is extremely important. To the case study
Manufacturer of floor coatings – US manufacturer Armstrong Flooring uses a hardness tester from ZwickRoell for testing, e.g. to ISO 24343-1, EN 433, ASTM F1303 and ASTM F1913. To the case study
Uni Petrol – For quality control of synthetic polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) the petrochemical manufacturer uses testing machines from ZwickRoell to determine the material’s tensile properties. To the case study
Manufacturer of spring elements – Sigrist uses an automated testing solution to perform spring rate measurements of several miniature spring elements in one test cycle. To the case study
Insulation material manufacturer – For incoming goods inspection of raw materials, Austrotherm uses an extrusion plastometer and for quality control of finished products a static testing machine from ZwickRoell. To the case study
Chinese steel manufacturer – tensile tests on micro specimens. The testing solution can be used to measure strain with a minimal initial gauge length (up to 1 mm). To the case study
Medical industry – For tensile tests on different materials used in implantable neuroelectrodes, CorTec uses a testing system from ZwickRoell. To the case study
Spherical plain bearing manufacturer – This testing system includes a testing machine from Schenck (Fmax 100 kN) that has been modernized by ZwickRoell. To the case study
University in Pakistan – Modern laboratory for mechanical testing of composites with latest test equipment from ZwickRoell. To the case study
Multi-Contact performs fatigue tests on plug connectors, to verify the electrical and mechanical properties in long-term, continuous operation. To the case study
Manufacturer of vibration technology – Tests to EN 13597 for determination of the static axial force and axial/radial stiffness To the case study
ArcelorMittal uses two ZwickRoell testing machines to test metal dumbbell specimens with thicknesses up to 16 mm. To the case study
Manufacturer of additive metal production system uses a testing machine from ZwickRoell for quality control. To the case study
Manufacturer of microanalysis systems – tensile and seal strength tests on film materials for optimization of test methods To the case study
Manufacturer of heating foils – Different tests within the framework of quality control. Among other things, the influence of deformation on electrical resistance is determined. To the case study
The Technical University of Munich (TU München) performs biaxial tensile tests on biological tissues under high elongation in the course of their research activities. To the case study
Nuclear power research project – Testing of the used materials under realistic conditions, in this case radioactivity (hot cell) To the case study
Screw manufacturer – For tensile tests on different types and forms of screws, Schmid Schrauben uses a Z400E universal testing machine from ZwickRoell. To the case study
Testing laboratory for polymers – testing system with temperature chamber expands testing capability. Tensile, compression and flexure tests can be performed from -70 to + 250 °C. To the case study
The RWTH Aachen University uses a sheet metal testing machine from ZwickRoell in their Laboratory for Machine Tools and Production Engineering (WZL). To the case study
The OLHF, competence center for economical lightweight construction and innovative materials and manufacturing technologies, relies on testing technology “Made by ZwickRoell” To the case study
SpineServ testing laboratory relies on a servohydraulic testing machine from ZwickRoell for fatigue tests on implants. To the case study
Testing institute uses testing machine from ZwickRoell for tests down to -269 °C on additive manufactured aluminum and titanium structures. To the case study
Siemens – High-temperature tensile tests on alloys for power plant components to ISO 6892-1 up to +1,200 °C with a ZwickRoell testing machine. To the case study
Manufacturer of engine mounts – Determination of the viscoelastic properties of engine mounts using a test protocol for dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA). To the case study
For determination of spring characteristic curves of helical compression springs, BMW uses a multi-channel spring testing machine from ZwickRoell. To the case study
Worldwide leading sporting goods manufacturers relies on a servohydraulic table-top testing machine from ZwickRoell for dynamic testing of running shoes. To the case study
3D printer manufacturer – Printed specimens are tested in a variety of test methods using testing machines from ZwickRoell. To the case study
Supplier for the railroad industry commissions ZwickRoell with the modernization of their testing laboratory and their servohydraulic testing machines. To the case study
Cheese producer Hochland uses a zwickiLine universal testing machine from ZwickRoell for texture analysis of different cheese products. To the case study
Manufacturer of bicycle components – SRAM uses a testing machine from ZwickRoell for fatigue testing on chains, cranks and switching elements. To the case study
Packaging manufacturer Südpack uses two zwickiLine testing machines for tests on plastic packaging. To the case study
Tube Manufacturer Salzgitter Mannesmann – Testing machine with four system configurations for tensile, compression and folding tests, also in the high-temperature range. To the case study
Magnet manufacturer – Nanomechanical tests such as hardness tests or scratch tests on DLC coatings with ZHN nanoindenter from ZwickRoell. To the case study
As part of a research project on artificial tissues, RWTH Aachen uses a biaxial tensile testing machine from ZwickRoell. To the case study
String manufacturer Thomastik Infeld uses three zwickiLine testing machines from ZwickRoell for testing the tensile strength of violin strings. To the case study
Manufacturer of steel strands uses a tensile testing machine from ZwickRoell for quality assurance and tensile tests with strain measurement to EN 10138. To the case study
Society for forming technology relies on a universal testing machine with high-temperature furnace from ZwickRoell for tests according to Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU. To the case study
The testing assistant roboTest N supports the Max-Planck-Institute in the performance of traditional tensile tests, particularly for test series in materials research. To the case study
Federal Institute of Technology – TGM tests the temperature resistance and long-term material behavior of polyethylene with ZwickRoell creep testing machine. To the case study
Testing laboratory and inspection body has expanded their capacity for high testing temperatures by acquiring four Kappa 50 LA-Spring creep testing machines from ZwickRoell. To the case study
UL Thermoplastics Testing Center – Creep tensile tests on polymers with two Kappa Multistation creep testing systems from ZwickRoell. To the case study
University of Leoben – Special testing solution for wedge splitting test at up to +1,500 °C for determination of Mode I fracture toughness. To the case study
University of Bern – Servohydraulic testing machine with laserXtens from ZwickRoell for research project in the field of biomechanics. To the case study
Sandvik – High-temperature tensile tests to ISO 6892-2 and ASTM E21 with customized testing solution from ZwickRoell. To the case study
Manufacturer of aerospace components – Investment in creep testing machines especially for the evaluation of hydrogen embrittlement to ASTM F519 and ASTM F1624 To the case study
Electric scooter manufacturer – The maximum load capacity of the frame was to be determined through tensile and compression tests on the electric scooter’s components. To the case study
A total of six companies are involved in the HEW Forum research project, which concerns the development of new "highly entropic materials for forming tools" - new materials which are of particular interest to the automotive and aviation industries. To the case study
Research institute implements testing machines for strain-controlled test sequences (e.g. stress-relaxation testing at temperatures up to 250°C). To the case study
Manufacturer of Rubber Chassis System Components – Creep tests as well as static deflection, adhesion and strength tests on chassis system components. To the case study
The European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) uses testing machines for tensile, compression and flexure tests at ambient and high temperatures up to 1,200°C. To the case study
Czech Academy of Sciences – Complex creep and fracture tests with test temperatures up to 1,600°C in an inert gas atmosphere. To the case study
Chinese manufacturer of titanium alloys – Creep testing machine and a universal testing machine with 3-furnace carousel for higher specimen throughput. To the case study
The Technical University of Munich fully relies on the usability and functional diversity of the testXpert III testing software. At UTG, various ZwickRoell machines are in use. To the case study
Siemens – In the power plant sector the manufacturer relies on high-temperature testing solutions from ZwickRoell for research and development. To the case study
Max-Planck-Institute uses a high-temperature tensile testing machine from ZwickRoell for tests on high-performance materials. To the case study
Enercon modernizes their servohydraulic testing machines for composites testing with control electronics and components from ZwickRoell. To the case study
Testing laboratory chooses high-energy drop weight tester (120,000 J) from ZwickRoell for drop weight tests to API-RP 5L3, DIN EN 10274 an ASTM E436. To the case study
High-temperature research – For determination of the thermal-elastic behavior, heat resistance and re-crystallization temperature of materials. To the case study
Graz University of Technology (TU Graz) – The laboratory at the Institute of Biomechanics uses a extension-inflation-torsion testing machine from ZwickRoell. To the case study
TU Berlin – Modernization of a test portal for large construction components with two servohydraulic testing actuators (Fmax 1,000 kN and 2,500 kN). To the case study
Institute for Materials Testing – Hot tensile tests on metals according to ISO 6892-2 and ASTM E21 with ZwickRoell high-temperature testing machine. To the case study
The Institute for Plastics Processing (IKV) is Europe’s leading research and training institute in the field of plastics technology. Here, methods and solutions for a wide variety of applications are continuously developed. To the case study
Metal producer – Tensile and 3-point flexure tests up to a maximum test force of 250 kN at ambient and high temperature. To the case study
The Institute of Machine Elements of the Technical University of Munich, also known as the Gear Research Center (FZG), is today’s leading international research institute for gears and transmissions. The focus of the institute’s research activities is the development of methods and tools for reliable determination of fatigue life, efficiency, and vibration characteristics of these components. To the case study
POSCO Steel – Determination of the long term creep strength and corrosion resistance using a creep testing machine from ZwickRoell. To the case study
Mechanical components in testing machines are usually robustly constructed and perform their duties over many years, even decades. One problem, however, is the fast ongoing development in the areas of electronics and software. ZwickRoell, a leading global supplier of testing machines, provides modernizations not only for ZwickRoell machines, but also for machines from other manufacturers. To the case study
The KU Leuven university uses a biaxial testing machine and a triaxial testing machine from ZwickRoell for the characterization of biological tissues. To the case study
Czech research institute uses a high-temperature creep testing machine in a hot cell for material characterization. To the case study
Haselmeier – For testing of pen injectors, the ZwickRoell materials testing laboratory also offers DQ/IQ/OQ qualification of the testing system used. To the case study
Hydro Aluminium – Creep testing machine from ZwickRoell with temperature chamber for creep and stress relaxation tests at ambient temperature up to +250°C To the case study
ThyssenKrupp Presta – As part of product development, cyclic tests are performed on swivel levers using an electrodynamic testing machine. To the case study
Wanzl, worldwide leading manufacturer of shopping carts uses a testing machine (Fmax 250 kN) for metal tensile tests in their laboratory. To the case study
Elastomer manufacturer uses creep testing machine with three system configurations for determination of the creep behavior of rubber and elastomer components. To the case study
Manufacturer of packaging containers – Determination of the stackability using a special compression testing system from ZwickRoell. To the case study
Company for additive manufacturing in the plastics industry equips laboratory with materials testing machine, pendulum impact tester and hardness tester from ZwickRoell. To the case study
TU Chemnitz – For characterization of thin layers and the determination of mechanical load capacity in the nano range, TU Chemnitz uses a nanoindenter from ZwickRoell. To the case study
Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW) – The Institute of Materials and Process Engineering (IMPE) uses a hardness tester from ZwickRoell. To the case study
Supplier of galvanic precious metal electrolytes uses a testing system from ZwickRoell for hardness determination (indentation depth to DIN EN ISO 14577). To the case study
Manufacturer of rubber-metal connections – The company has chosen a ZwickRoell torsion testing machine for quality control and product development. To the case study
Indian mechanical engineering company – Universal testing machine (Fmax 330 kN) for tensile tests on metallic flat and round specimens. To the case study
Federal Institute of Technology – Fatigue tests on PE pipelines to ISO 18489 with LTM electrodynamic testing machine. To the case study
ThyssenKrupp Presta – Production-related quality control on camshafts with TorsionLine torsion testing machine. To the case study
TU Dresden (Dresden University of Technology) – Use of a ZwickRoell testing machine with integrated computer tomography for characterization of lightweight materials. To the case study
Corrugated board manufacturer – tests on raw paper (e.g. short-span compression test), tests on corrugated board and tests on completely folded cardboard boxes (e.g. box crush test) To the case study
Testing institute – ZwickRoell equips a testing laboratory for metals testing with static testing machines, hardness testers and pendulum impact testers. To the case study
Vallourec uses 26 Kappa creep testing machines and 34 lever arm creep testing machines in their research center in Riesa. To the case study
Bosch – The main diesel development site uses a hardness tester from ZwickRoell for instrumented indentation tests to DIN EN ISO 14577. To the case study
Testing laboratory – Modular portal-type test bench designed to handle large components such as truck axles. To the case study
Schunk – For product evaluation of new grippers, Schunk uses a testing machine (Fmax 250 kN) with superimposed torsion up to 1000 Nm. To the case study
Pipe manufacturer – Tensile testing machine for tests on pipe wall specimens with a maximum load of 1,600 To the case study
Elastomer manufacturer uses creep testing machine from ZwickRoell for the determination and prediction of the creep behavior of elastomer components. To the case study
The Technical University of Munich uses a materials testing machine from ZwickRoell to perform tensile, compression and flexure tests on the wheels and coatings. To the case study
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