As test volumes rise in industrial quality assurance, companies demand precise and reproducible procedures without sacrificing throughput. Hegewald & Peschke addresses this need through modular automation solutions that combine a universal testing machine, industrial robot for sample handling, and the LabMaster software. These customizable systems seamlessly integrate into existing production and laboratory workflows to maximize machine utilization, lower per-test costs, maintain availability and traceability via ERP interfaces and remote diagnostics.
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Industrial Robots Automate Sample Handling and Alignment in Testing
Industrial robots are increasingly responsible for material handling and orientation tasks within testing laboratories. Automated systems execute mechanical tests in strict compliance with standardized guidelines, ensuring consistent results free from operator variability. This approach enables laboratories to manage growing testing volumes without compromising on accuracy or repeatability. By eliminating human-induced deviations, these robotic solutions guarantee reliable data, support quality assurance objectives, and offering performance for high-throughput environments seeking consistent outcomes.
Automated testing solutions increase throughput and reduce staff requirements
In sectors such as metal and polymer manufacturing where sample throughput is extremely high, the integration of automated testing platforms significantly increases equipment utilization while reducing dependency on manual labour. These solutions deliver consistent, rigorous assessments and enhance process integrity, ultimately driving down per-test expenditure without compromising analytical standards. Corporations experience accelerated operational cycles and gain flexible capacity scaling, aligning inspection capabilities with fluctuating production volumes and minimizing operational costs.
Custom Material Testing Solutions: Universal Machine, Robot Handling, LabMaster
Hegewald & Peschke designs tailored engineering solutions for destructive material testing by integrating a universal testing machine, a precise robot-based handling system, and the LabMaster testing software. These components coordinate sample recognition, secure data acquisition, and comprehensive documentation while exporting test results to ERP, quality assurance, or process control platforms. Additionally, an embedded remote diagnostics feature guarantees robust system uptime by enabling proactive maintenance interventions and continuous real-time performance monitoring.
Automated test cells identify samples, centrally controlled network processes
In fully automated testing cells, each specimen is assigned a unique ID that enables precise material tracking while test sequences are managed centrally via a networked control system. Operating independently of on-site specialists, the setup ensures consistent accuracy and high throughput. In contrast, partially automated solutions add targeted sample labeling or random inspection steps, integrating smoothly into laboratory environments, preserving procedures and enabling workflow modernization without disrupting established testing protocols.
Modular Tensile Test System Integrates Robot, Storage, Measurement Modules
The automated tensile testing system is built from modular components including sample storage, an industrial robot, an optional interim buffer, and shelving for logistics. Additional modules handle sample identification, orientation, and measurement, supplemented by precise scales or specialized measurement fixtures. A universal testing machine equipped with appropriate grips and an extensometer ensures accurate, repeatable force and elongation measurements. A centralized touch panel with PLC control monitors all critical testing procedures.
Modular Automated Testing Systems Adapt To Diverse Industrial Applications
By leveraging a modular architecture and scalable automation levels, our testing systems adapt to diverse inspection scenarios. From semi-automated laboratory setups to fully networked production test cells, each configuration improves resource utilization and maximizes throughput. These flexible platforms support evolving process requirements with seamless upgrade paths and streamlined maintenance. Designed for the future, these solutions meet pressing industry demands for improved operational efficiency, comprehensive traceability, and high-precision material testing quality.
Hegewald & Peschke Automated Testing Systems Ensure Precision, Traceability
Automated testing systems from Hegewald & Peschke combine precision, reproducibility with adaptable levels of automation. These solutions increase throughput by optimizing testing workflows, reduce operational expenses through efficient utilization, and support thorough traceability thanks to modular design and integrated ERP and diagnosis interfaces. Scalable configurations allow seamless integration in laboratory and production environments, ensuring consistent quality control processes. This approach positions users for robust long-term quality assurance and ultimate adaptability.
