Instron, a leading provider of testing equipment engineered to evaluate mechanical properties of materials and components, introduces its new 1000HDX Universal Testing Machine that features a dual test space for tension, compression, bend, shear, and flexure testing on high strength materials. Cost-effectively designed, the machine is ideal for testing materials for the metal, fastener, and construction markets, including rebar, wire, strip, tube, plate and structural steel, as well as concrete.

The 1000HDX is available with two different crosshead configurations: hydraulically-actuated open front design for increased productivity and operator safety; and manually-operated closed pocket design when budget constraints are a primary concern.

Instron digital control electronics provide automatic recognition and calibration of transducers ensuring the proper instrument is being used and that the data is reliable, while our comprehensive Windows^®-based testing software provides ease of operation and flexibility. Accuracy is provided by Instron's superior load cell system and zeroing capability.

In addition, an extensive selection of testing accessories allow for multiple applications with a single machine. The 1000HDX conforms to the following standards: EN10002-1, ISO 6892, ASTM E8, C39 and F606, SAE J429, and is CE compliant.