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Instron CEAST Division

Francesca Pinto

Marketing Communications

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NewSeries of Instron HDT and Vicat Testing Systems to Boost Efficiency in the Testing Lab

The smooth lifting mechanism of the stations, combined with ergonomic handle positioning, allows the user of Instron’s newly developed HV3S HDT and Vicat Testing Systems to raise and lower the stations safely and easily.

Pianezza (TO)/Italy, April 2016 – Instron, a leading global manufacturer of material and structural testing systems, is introducing a newgeneration of HDT and Vicat Testing Systems designed to significantly reduce workload and increase efficiency in the testing lab. The new Instron®HV Series includes three different systems – the entirely manually operated HV3S with two (optionally three) testing stations plus two systems with a larger bath size and a higher level of automation–HV6M and HV6X – for up to six testing stations. All use advanced electronics that automatically zero the position of the LVDT measuring sensors before starting a test, reducing test time and human errors.

For occasional to continuous testing

With its manual lifting station and weights application, the HV3S is a first choice for laboratories that perform low volumes of HDT or Vicat tests. Furthermore, its compact size makes it an ideal system for busy laboratories with a lot of test equipment. Where HDT or Vicat testing is part of the daily routine, the HV6M features manual weights application on up to six stations with a motorized lifting mechanism designed to significantly reduce operator effort. Where time is absolutely crucial, the HV6X system offers motorization of both the lifting station and weights application on all of its up to sixtesting stations, making it suitable for laboratories with a continuous backlog of specimens. Its interlocked cover shieldrestricts access during test execution, protecting the user from moving parts. Together with its optionally integrated fume filtering and extraction system, the HV6X is a perfect fit for working environments where safety procedures are extremely strict and extraction system automation is required.

Multiple features for increased working comfort and safety

The intuitive weight design eliminates the risk of selection mistakes. The weights are stackable and enable the user to handle them with confidence. A wide range of stress values can be achieved without the need for any additional tools.Users of the HV3S benefit from the smooth lifting mechanism of the stations, combined with ergonomic handle positioning. This allows the stations to be raised and loweredsafely and easily.The user-friendly touch screen, which is standard for all three systems, has a simple and clean look and allows for operation without a computer. The intuitive workflow offers seamless interaction with the system for rapid test setup and data export.

All three systems use silicone oil as the heat transfer medium – 9litresfor HV3S, 16litresfor HV6M and HV6X – to cover a temperature range from 20°C to 300°C with a resolution of 0.1°C. A continuous oil monitoring routine not only helps to reduce the risk of running invalid tests but also increases productivity, an alertbeing issued when the bath level is out of range or oil degradation could adversely affect test results. Rapidly bringing the oil temperature back to its starting level after a test runmeans the user can start the next test with minimal waiting and reduces water consumption.

The optional Instron Bluehill® HV Software makes it possible to run tests, edit methods, analyse results or configure the system with a few mouse clicks. It locks the test methods, preventing inadvertent changes, to ensure repeatability and compliance with ISO and ASTM standards over multiple shifts and numerous operators. Bluehill® HV also allows the creation of specific user profiles on the basis of the operator’s level of expertise. The simplicity of the software means that –similar to Instron’s established Bluehill® 3 software for electromechanical testing systems – tests can be run with even further minimized effort, raising laboratory efficiency and throughput to a new level.

Instronisa leading global manufacturer of testing equipment for the material and structural testing markets used to evaluate materials ranging from native tissue to advanced high-strength alloys. Instron systems perform a variety of tests such as compression, cyclic, fatigue, impact, melt flow, multi-axis, rheology, tensile, and torsion. Providing single-source convenience through a comprehensive range of solutions and localized service & support, Instron’s broad range of service capabilities include assistance with performance verification & calibration, standards compliance, testing system relocation, staff training, and preventative maintenance.

The Instron Centers of Excellence around the world ensure that every Instron system is backed by an unprecedented commitment and dedication to quality and customer satisfaction. Instron remains involved with various ASTM and ISO committees, gaining first-hand knowledge of recent and upcoming changes to standards that affect our customers.

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