Durability and strength
We combine structural testing, operational-strength analysis, Hot Shake and thermal-shock testing to validate components, systems and complete vehicles under realistic loads.
Our services
• Static and dynamic pulsation testing
• Multi-axis test-bench testing
• Measurement-data analysis and service-life calculation
• Strain and stress measurement using strain gauges
• Approval tests for coupling devices and underrun guards
• Vehicle bending and torsion tests
• Dynamic vibration testing using load profiles
• Thermal shock and Hot Shake testing of exhaust systems and components
• Testing of catalytic converters, particulate filters, turbochargers and exhaust valves
• Resonance analysis and development of test fixtures
Technical equipment
• Hydraulic eight-axis real-time test bench
• Eight servo-hydraulic BFS benches with hot-gas simulation
• Five electrodynamic shakers from 12 to 90 kN, including slip tables
• Burner systems from 12 to 600 kW
• Adjustable temperatures up to 1,100 °C and mass flow up to 3,000 kg/h
• Laser vibrometer, conditioning units and water-spray system
