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Modernization of Testing Systems

In the course of modernizing several thousand testing machines ZwickRoell has gained extensive experience in manufacturer-independent modernization.

Materials testing machines from over 50 different manufacturers can be transformed into state-of-the-art equipment using modern ZwickRoell measurement and control electronics, drive technology, and testing software.

Components that have been tried and tested on new machines are used to update testing systems to the latest technology.

Why modernize?

There are several reasons for modernizing:

  • Obsolete testing software
  • Operating system is no longer supported, e.g. Windows XP, Windows 7
  • Measurement and control electronics are no longer supported
  • Changing testing situations or applications
  • Improvements in operational safety and reliability
  • Long downtime and waiting periods for replacements of obsolete electronic components

 

ZwickRoell modernization

Modernization based on innovative ZwickRoell components means:

  • Reliable service and support for the entire testing system for a minimum of 10 years
  • Compatibility with current Windows operating systems
  • Use of the intelligent and reliable testXpert III or testXpert Research testing software
  • testControl II or Control Cube high-precision measurement and control electronics
  • Continued use of essentially all existing accessories
  • Expansion of accessories from our comprehensive portfolio
  • Full compatibility with comparable new machines 
  • Upgradeability – your machine is equipped for future developments
  • Improved safety components
  • Painting and refurbishing of the load frame during a modernization at ZwickRoell's headquarters in Ulm

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Overview of our Different Modernization Possibilities

Modernization of electromechanical static testing machines of all load levels

Electromechanical static testing machines

ZwickRoell modernizes electromechanical static testing machines, regardless of manufacturer, and updates them to state-of-the-art condition.
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Modernized Roell Amsler rel type 2061 with RetroLine testControl II for hydraulic static testing machines

Hydraulic static testing machines

Comprehensive modernization of hydraulic static testing machines, including inspection of hydraulic components.
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Modernized servohydraulic testing machine type Schenck-Trebel with testControl II

Servohydraulic testing machines

Through the modernization of servohydraulic testing machines their technical performance is maintained.
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Modernized HFP 5100 Vibrophore Type 30 with testControl II

Vibrophores

Through modernization, Vibrophores are updated with state-of-the-art technology.
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roboTest R robotic testing system for tests on metals and plastics

Robotic testing systems

Retrofitting an automated testing system gets the testing laboratory ready for the next generation.
Through modernization, your existing automated testing system is updated with state-of-the-art technology.
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Interesting Customer Projects

Learn more about the wide variety of some our customers’ modernization projects!

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
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
Supplier for the railroad industry commissions ZwickRoell with the modernization of their testing laboratory and their servohydraulic testing machines. 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
Enercon modernizes their servohydraulic testing machines for composites testing with control electronics and components 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
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
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
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
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