Introduction
Cooper Technology, founded in 1990, is a prominent British company specializing in high-performance testing equipment for materials used in highway construction. Their product line includes Gyratory Compactors, Roller Compactors, and various Universal Testers.

Design and Development
The company employs a comprehensive design process using 3D CAD for mechanical design, advanced electronics, and NI LabVIEW for software development. Hydraulic and pneumatic systems are developed with global specialists.

Academic and Standards Involvement
Cooper Technology collaborates with Nottingham University and contributes to testing standards development, ensuring equipment meets UKAS calibration standards.

Quality Assurance
ISO 9001:2008 certified, Cooper Technology ensures rigorous quality tests and offers Cooper Premium Care for service and maintenance.

Product Overview
Servo-Pneumatic Universal Testing Machine (CRT-UTM-NU): Tests bituminous mixtures for deformation and fatigue resistance.
Servo-Hydraulic Universal Testing Machine (CRT-UTM-HYD): Tests pavement materials for deformation resistance and stiffness modulus.

Specifications
Machines have specific load capacities, actuator strokes, and frequency ranges, requiring different electrical supplies and compressed air specifications.

Software and Calibration
User-friendly Windows software developed with LabVIEW supports various test methods. Calibration services ensure compliance with EN 13108 standards.

Temperature Control Device
Ensures precise testing conditions by managing temperature, crucial for accurate stiffness results.

Large Hydraulic Four Point Bending Machine (CRT-LH4PT-BB)
Measures stiffness modulus and fatigue resistance with advanced servo-hydraulic technology.

Two Point Trapezoidal Bending Beam Machine (CRT-2PT)
Tests stiffness modulus and fatigue resistance using trapezoidal specimens.

Auto Lift Arm ECO Wheel Tracker (CRT-WTECO-A)
Assesses rutting resistance of asphaltic materials, simulating traffic conditions.

Calibration & Maintenance
Annual calibration and maintenance contracts ensure accuracy and compliance.

Software
Devices feature user-friendly software for real-time data analysis and test reporting, compatible with Microsoft Excel.

Wheel Tracking Devices
Simulate traffic conditions to evaluate road material performance, adhering to EN 12697-22 standards.

Specifications and Procedures
Wheel trackers perform tests according to EN 12697-22 standards, with specific procedures for specimen testing.

System Elements
Features include solid frames, temperature control, and user-friendly software for test management.

Compression Testing and Equipment Overview
Details various testing machines for assessing mechanical properties, focusing on compression testing and unbound materials testing.

Research and Development
Cooper Technology and NTEC are developing cost-effective systems for unbound materials testing.