Plast 2015: Instron® Provide Solutions to the Main Challenges in Plastics Testing

Based around extensive primary research conducted by Instron, visitors can learn more about the ways to address the identified main challenges in plastics testing, including; the difficulties in complying with ever evolving testing standards, the main factors that can cause variability of results, and solutions for increasing the efficiency and throughput within their labs.

During the event, Instron will also be giving visitors a unique opportunity to sign up for live demonstrations of new equipment, included as part of a one off masterclass being hosted at Instron''s Centre of Excellence factory in Turin. Attendees to the masterclass will also get to experience a factory tour, and will have the opportunity to learn more first-hand about the best solutions to their plastics testing challenges.

Additionally, visitors to the booth will be able to see some of Instron''s premier equipment for plastics testing, including:

AutoX750 Automatic Contacting Extensometer

Instron''s AutoX750 Automatic Contacting Extensometer, is efficiently designed for the accurate measurement of elongation percentage and the elastic modulus of materials during tensile testing. Meeting the requirements of ISO 527-2, the AutoX750 is used to determine a variety of calculations including modulus, offset yield, and plastic (non-proportional) elongation to failure. It enhances the productivity of testing laboratories with features including automatic gauge length positioning and attachment to the test specimen, resulting in simplified testing routines and improved throughput.

MF30 Melt Flow Tester

Instron will also be exhibiting the MF30 Melt Flow Tester, allowing customers the most convenient solution for accurate measurement of the flow properties of plastics according to ASTM D1238 and ISO 1133. Conforming to strict tolerances with regards to temperature accuracy and stability, specimen quantity and pretreatment, the system complies with the stringent requirements of the new testing standard ISO 1133-2 for materials sensitive to time-temperature history and/or moisture.