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Retrofit/Upgrade Service for Universal Testing Machines
Not able to perform a test that you wish you could?
Transform Older Testing Machines with Today’s
Technology
Materials testing machines were initially manufactured in the
United States in the 1800s and many older machines are still in
use today. Often, the equipment remains functional decades after
initial purchase, thereby returning the initial investment back to the
owner. This is a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of our
American engineers and workers.
However, older machines should be upgraded to benefit from
newer innovations and capabilities. The replacement costs for older
mechanical testing machines can be in the tens and hundreds of
thousands of dollars. At ADMET, we have worked with thousands of
professionals at retrofitting their materials testing systems across
sixty countries on six continents.
60K Baldwin Retrofit with new ADMET servo
hydraulic power unit and MTESTQuattro®
Materials Testing System

ADMET Retrofit Benefits

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Cost savings in the tens of thousands of dollars
when compared to purchasing a new machine
Increased capabilities, flexibility, and accuracy of
your materials testing system

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Reduced testing times

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Archived test results to generate comprehensive
reports
Fast and error-free calculations according to
national specifications
Reliable reports, in the preferred format

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Simplified reporting of test results over networks
or the Internet

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Streamlined operations and effortless training

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Increased credentials surrounding your product
to support your business development efforts

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Upgrade Your Materials Testing Machines with
ADMET’s Retrofit Service
Some certification services may indicate high standards that outdated machines do not have and some manufacturers or engineers
feel forced to purchase completely new equipment. However, this
is not necessary, as ADMET staff can provide the accessories and
add-ons needed to accomplish the test procedures at substantial
cost savings for the end-user. This may be in the form of software,
digital controllers, environmental baths, grips/fixtures, or extensometers.
The make or model of the testing machine - whether made in the
United States or abroad, designed for static or fatigue testing, or
powered by an electric servo motor or hydraulic power unit - will
not affect the retrofit process in any consequential way. Any testing system can be upgraded with ADMET’s retrofit service.

Retrofits Save Money
To expand upon a point mentioned previously, by retrofitting an
older machine the owner will gain clear cost benefits over the
purchase of a new system. The reason for this is because the most
expensive and durable part of a new system is the load frame.
By keeping that old load frame in place and merely adding digital
controllers and Windows-based software, you expand functionality
with minimal investment.
A retrofit costs between $1,500 for the integration of a simple
digital indicator to $35,000 for a new servo-hydraulic power unit
with a Windows-based materials testing system. Since a brand
new 200,000 lb capacity universal materials testing machine costs
between $250,000 to $300,000, a retrofit will save more than
$200,000 for a company. A smaller 60,000 lb. machine would cost
$70,000 to $85,000 to replace. In this scenario, a retrofit would
save between $30,000 to $40,000 for the customer.