Model 8510 Compression Tester

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The Emerson Model 8510 Compression Tester was created for the performance testing of shipping containers. Designed in accordance with the requirements of ASTM D642 and TAPPI T804 equipment specifications, its functionality allows for the performance of a variety of test procedures, including T804, D642, D4169, 49 CFR, Item 180, and ISTA.

Features

• Emerson Compression Tester dedicated software package takes full control of the operation of the tester
• Data management is easy with Emerson's NIST-approved statistical process control (SPC), histograms, and control charts
• Extremely rigid, parallel and flat platens engineered and built for precise yet rugged duty
• Four certified load cells
• Four support columns
• Four matched acme power screws
• Enhanced, dedicated Emerson Compression Tester Software, such as "Test Explorer," for graphical data allows the user to create unlimited customer box type and identification numbers for products being tested. Also enhanced data management
• Safety features include overload protection, upper & lower limit switches, rapid travel, applied load machine stop
• Software stop limits automatically recalled for the box you are testing
• Industrial Ethernet allows for high speed data transfer, no-loss communications, and inter-system groups
• Comply with ISTA, ASTM, TAPPI and other international and industry recognized standards groups
• Rapid platen return and settable positioning allows for rapid, repetitive testing
• Automatic Tare
• Temperature and humidity module included
• Imperial and Metric capabilities
• Calibrated in accordance with ASTM Method E4
• Standard Language: English, French and Spanish available
• Easy test value entry boxes, updated error handling, multiple chart overlays, and much more
• Set maximum and minimum height of the sample and deflection displays at all times
• Equipment is calibrated and meets the NIST and the ISO 17025 requirements. A Certificate of Calibration stating traceability is provided with each piece of equipment

Software Features

• Dedicated Compression Tester software package
• Windows XP Operating System
• Pentium class computer
• 17" Flat Panel color display
• Color printer
• Super imposed plotting for viewing multiple test curves
• Program recovery allows the user to recover their Compression Tester software and calibration information
• Enhanced tests have been updated, including a 10-point profile test allowing the user to set up to 10 distinct loads
• Full software support for Compression Tester software versions 5.15 and up

Specifications

• Capacity 45,000 lbs
• Platen Type Fixed/Floating
• Platen Size 60" x 60"
• Platen Opening 96"
• Platen Speed 0 to 5 in/min
• Static Hold Time 0 to 999 hours
• Rupture Sensitivity 0 to 99%
• Preload 0 to 45,000 lbs
• Accuracy .06% of reading or .002% of full scale
• Dimensions 78" x 66" x 128"
• Weight 7500 lbs
• Electrical Three phase 220V/60Hz

Accessories/Options

• Rolling Test Tables available for small box testing requirements
• Floor Loading Access
• LVDT Enhanced Measurement Package/Pallet Testing Package available

Compression Tester Screens
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Set up customer box types with specific parameters for each test, review test results, and view single plots or superimpose multiple plots. more

Select up to 6 plots and overlay them all on one page, displaying information about each plot. more

View statistical data for a variety of test results in the form of histograms. more

Compression Tester Software Demo