Automatic Rockwell Hardness Testing System for Traverse Testing

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Product News Release: Newage Testing Instruments, Inc. has developed new testing equipment for automatically performing hardness traverse sequences on larger and unmounted test samples to reduce labor costs and virtually eliminate operator influence.  A major advantage of the Rockwell test compared to other test methods is that less surface preparation is required compared to systems using other test methods for traverses in applications like weld testing or effective case depth measurement.

The system uses a Versitron® Rockwell tester to make the indentations.  The Versitron is completely unique in its ability to test samples that may deflect or settle slightly when test loads are applied, thereby eliminating the need for special fixturing on a wide range of test samples.  The Versitron comes with a test platform with embedded rare earth magnets to hold test samples with parallel-faces (See photo).   Optional standard or custom fixturing capabilities can be provided.  A range of heights easily accommodated by adjusting the Versitron stand.

A computer, displays the video input, initiates the testing by the hardness tester and controls the test positioning through motorized X/Y tables.  Multiple setup files can be created so all differing test sequences have their own setup and data for all testing is stored in these files along with descriptive information for each test.  All test result outputs of data and a range of graphs is setup to be performed automatically depending on operator selections.   All software and the positioning equipment are made in-house by Newage so customization and technical support capabilities are maximized.  Manual positioning systems with computer prompting are also available.

For more information, contact Newage Testing Instruments customer service at 800-806-3924.
147 James Way, Southampton, PA 18966, USA  www.hardnesstesters.com;  info@newage1.com

Photo above: This Newage Versitron® Traverse tester was sold to a company needing to make weld traverses on railroad rails.

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