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Modernization of servohydraulic testing machines

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Manufacturer
  • Manufacturer-independent
Test load
  • Up to 2500 kN
Included services
  • New measurement and control technology
  • Latest testing software
  • If needed, replacement/modification of hydraulic components
  • Up-to-date accessories portfolio
Location of supply of services
  • At ZwickRoell in Ulm
  • On-site at your facility

Modular packages for modernizations of servohydraulic testing systems

The modular RetroLine modernization packages for servohydraulic testing systems can easily be tailored to your individual needs and testing requirements. Modernization of your testing machine normally includes renewal of the measurement and control electronics and the testing software. If necessary your modernization can involve a complete solution package with replacement and re-engineering of the hydraulic components. Areas of application range from materials characterization on single-axis materials testing machines to complex component-testing on multiaxial testing systems, for example simulation tests. 

RetroLine retrofit kits can be compiled individually from the following basic elements:

  • ControlCube or testControl II digital measurement and control electronics
  • Suitable testing software, e.g. testXpert Research or Cubus
  • Special retrofit kits for adapting existing sensors such as load cells, extensometers etc.
  • New hydraulic power-pack or adaptation of existing hydraulic components
  • Proportional or servo valves, hydraulic hoses or hydraulic accumulators
  • Additional sensors, specimen grips and test fixtures from the comprehensive ZwickRoell accessory range can be retrofitted

Modernization of servohydraulic testing machines for wind turbine manufacturer Enercon

ZwickRoell modernized three servohydraulic testing machines from another manufacturer with testControl II measurement and control electronics.

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Advantages & Features

Advantages & Features

Years of Experience
Long-Term Reliable Service
Innovative testControl II machine electronics or Control Cube servo controller
Additional Advantages & Features

Years of Experience

ZwickRoell has over 20 years experience in modernizing materials testing machines. In recent years, more than 6,000 testing machines were modernized and updated with state-of-the-art technology.

Long-Term Reliable Service

  • Rapid assistance via Hotline and in the event of repairs
  • Guaranteed spare parts availability for at least 10 years
  • Compliance with new standards through up-to-date testing technology
  • Implementation of the latest Windows operating systems, such as Windows 10, for optimal integration in your IT environment

Innovative testControl II machine electronics or Control Cube servo controller

Solution using testControl II – Modernization with testControl II measurement and control electronics is an ideal match for single-channel testing machines. testControl II is the optimal control system for standard tests or determining material characteristics. It stands out through unique performance under cyclic stress (high cycle fatigue tests) in components testing, and in low cycle fatigue tests.

The combination of testControl II with intelligent testXpert Research software represents a high-powered team when it comes to precise control and intuitive operation. The modular software design easily handles standardized tests to ISO/DIN or ASTM standards, as well as specific tests.

More information on testControl II

More information on testXpert R

Solution using Control Cube – Modernization with Control Cube digital measurement and control electronics is employed for multichannel and/or complex servohydraulic testing systems. The Control Cube servo controller is also the optimum modernization solution where frequent test arrangement changes are involved. In addition to being implemented for established standard tests, Control Cube technology is also used for modernizations in conjunction with component and assembly testing. The system’s modularity and flexibility make it ideal for multi-channel applications and simulation tests.

Along with the Control Cube servo controller you will receive the current version of the Cubus testing software. The software features an easy-to-navigate, well structured and innovative user interface. Its flexibility and modular design allow for system configurations that range from simple to complex test requirements.

More information on Control Cube

More information on Cubus

Additional Advantages & Features

  • Warranty for newly installed components is the same as with new machines
  • Enables validation of the testing machine in accordance with the latest quality standards
  • Re-use of expensive components such as extensometer and specimen grips
  • Conversion and re-calibration of existing load cells

Do you have any questions regarding our modernization products?

We look forward to discussing your needs.

 

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Related Products and Accessories

testControl II electronics
Resolution
  • 24 bit
Data transmission rates
  • Up to 10 kHz
Sampling rate
  • 400 kHz
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Control Cube servo controller
Resolution
  • 19 bit
Data transmission rates
  • 0.4 kHz
Sampling rate
  • 4 kHz
Special feature
  • Ideal for servohydraulic testing systems (single axis/multi axis/torsion)
To the product
Cubus Testing Software
Applications
  • Servohydraulic testing systems (single axis/multi axis/torsion)
Special feature
  • Fatigue strength and durability
To the product

Downloads

Name Type Size Download
  • Product information: Reliable service and future upgradeability with current technology PDF 541 KB
  • Product Information: Modernization Packages for Static and Dynamic Testing Machines - For Over 50 Manufacturers PDF 1 MB
  • Product information: Control Cube and Cubus PDF 1 MB
  • Product information: testControl II for servohydraulics PDF 390 KB
  • Product brochure: Dynamic and Fatigue Testing Systems PDF 5 MB

Interesting customer projects

Office furniture manufacturer Sedus Stoll AG relies on a modernized test rig from ZwickRoell for endurance tests on office furniture. 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
Enercon modernizes their servohydraulic testing machines for composites testing with control electronics and components from ZwickRoell. 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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