Specimen Preparation

Automatic Edge crush test (ECT) Specimen Saw

The ECT specimen saw with automatic cutting guidance is used to make specimens conforming to standards for the edge crush test (ECT) for corrugated cardboard in accordance with DIN EN ISO 3037.

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Zwick Foil Strip Cutter

The Zwick foil strip cutter cuts up to 10 parallel specimen strips from approximately DIN A 4 size foils in one working process.

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Zwick Notching Machine ZNO

The Zwick ZNO notch milling machine is used to notch plastic specimens in accordance with standards ASTM D 256, ASTM D 6110, EN ISO 179, EN ISO 180 and EN ISO 8256 (Charpy, Izod and Impact Tensile tests).

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Blanking

Hydraulic presses are used for blanking of metal specimens of 0.2 to 6 mm width.

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Grinding

Specimen grinding machines are employed to eliminate strain hardening occurring during blanking.

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Cutting

For elastomers with a hardness of less than 85 Shore A, Zwick offers a wide line of cutting devices for specimen preparation.

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