Testing System ALEX

Industries

Plastics
Metals
Rubber

Type of test

Tensile
Flexure

Specimen range

lightweight specimens
Small series

Standards

ISO 527
ISO 178
ISO 6892
ISO 37
ASTM D412

What is ALEX?

Our new automation testing solution ALEX is a cost-effective and particularly compact automation solution that fits in any laboratory. The robot arm is attached directly to your materials testing machine, which makes the system’s footprint nearly the same as that of a fully manual testing machine.

ALEX can be used effectively with a series as small as 10 specimens. The specimen magazine is placed directly in front of the testing machine and offers space for up to 60 specimens.

The automated testing solution ALEX is specially designed for the following applications:

Tensile tests on plastics according to ISO 527 or ASTM D638
Flexure tests on plastics according to ISO 178
Tensile tests on metals (flat specimens and round specimens) according to ISO 6892 or ASTM E8
Tensile tests on rubber according to ISO 37/ASTM D412

With ALEX we offer accurate and reproducible test results with minimum effort. The automation system reduces operator influences on the test and relieves qualified laboratory personnel of monotonous tasks.

If you want to benefit from these advantages, but conventional automation systems are both too expensive and not flexible enough, then our ALEX automated testing solution is exactly what you need!

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Advantages of ALEX

The very compact design fitz in every testing laboratory. Attachment directly to the materials testing machine requires an additional space of only approx. 30 centimeters (approx. 12 inches).
For basic standard applications, we offer short delivery times of 8 weeks and attractive prices.
The automated testing solution ALEX is compatible with all AllroundLine table-top testing machines and can be easily retrofitted without any problems. Because it is mounted directly onto the testing machine, there is no need for floor fasteners or attachments.
Manual testing continues to be possible as needed. By “parking” the robot arm, the operator has easy access to the materials testing machine.
The automatic cross-section measuring device reduces operator influence during specimen measurement.
Qualified laboratory staff are relieved of routine tasks, making them available for more complex responsibilities.
With the autoEdition SmartWizard automation software, the automatic test sequence can be quickly and easily adapted to new requirements.