Business Details
We have specialised in the design and manufacture of small mechanical strength testing machines for over three decades, with our C50 model introduced in 1992. Our engineering team combines precision manufacturing capabilities with deep expertise in mechanical testing across pharmaceutical, industrial, and research environments. We operate high specification CNC machinery at our Nottingham facility to produce mechanical parts for our complete range of testing equipment. Our commitment to product longevity is demonstrated by our pledge to support maintenance and repair of legacy C50 machines for a minimum of another ten years. We successfully leveraged advances in electronic circuitry, firmware techniques, and manufacturing technology to develop the higher specification C53 at a lower cost.
Our production capacity exceeds the time needed for our own machine parts, enabling us to offer subcontract manufacturing services. We provide direct technical consultation through our enquiry process, ensuring every client receives guidance tailored to their specific testing requirements. We maintain full transparency in our specifications, with detailed handbooks and downloads readily available to support informed purchasing decisions. Our three distinct testing machine models serve applications ranging from pharmaceutical tablet hardness to micro-crack detection in ceramics. We have established ourselves as a trusted partner for organisations requiring rigorous, repeatable mechanical strength testing in both factory floor and laboratory settings.
Our production capacity exceeds the time needed for our own machine parts, enabling us to offer subcontract manufacturing services. We provide direct technical consultation through our enquiry process, ensuring every client receives guidance tailored to their specific testing requirements. We maintain full transparency in our specifications, with detailed handbooks and downloads readily available to support informed purchasing decisions. Our three distinct testing machine models serve applications ranging from pharmaceutical tablet hardness to micro-crack detection in ceramics. We have established ourselves as a trusted partner for organisations requiring rigorous, repeatable mechanical strength testing in both factory floor and laboratory settings.
Highlights and features
- We possess over three decades of specialist testing machine expertise.
- Our in-house CNC machining ensures complete manufacturing quality control.
- We offer a minimum ten-year repair and maintenance commitment for legacy models.
- Our machines utilise advanced electronic circuitry and firmware techniques.
- We provide subcontract precision manufacturing for low to medium volume components.
Services
Tablet Hardness Testing
Our tablet hardness testing utilises the C53 horizontal loading machine, specifically engineered for factory floor pharmaceutical applications. This system is also suitable for testing confectionary items such as mints and other small components, providing comprehensive compression analysis. The machine outputs test and statistical data via RS232, USB, and an internal printer, with an option for Ethernet connectivity.
Compression Testing
Our CT6 desktop testing machine provides compression testing capabilities up to 500 kg for larger items including washing powder tablets and industrial pellets. The machine can be configured for three-point or four-point bending tests, delivering accurate mechanical strength data for industrial quality control. It serves organisations requiring reliable, repeatable compression measurements for product development and manufacturing assurance.
Crack Detection
Our CK10 testing machine is equipped with an acoustic sensor specifically for detecting micro-cracks and flaws in ceramic materials through Hertzian indentation testing. This system also performs crack detection in coated materials and edge toughness testing, commonly known as edge flaking analysis, for brittle materials. It is typically employed to assess hard metal and ceramic tool tips in demanding industrial environments.
Subcontract Manufacturing
Our subcontract design and manufacturing service utilises our high-specification CNC machinery to produce low to medium volumes of small and medium-sized precision mechanical components. We offer this capacity because our production capabilities exceed the time required for our own testing machine parts. This service allows other businesses to access our precision engineering expertise for their own mechanical component requirements.
Repairs
Our repair service ensures the ongoing operational integrity of our mechanical strength testing machines, including continued support for older models. We have committed to maintaining and repairing all existing C50 tablet hardness testers for a minimum of another ten years. This long-term support commitment reflects our dedication to client investment protection and enduring machine reliability.
