AUTOMATED TESTING SYSTEMS A New Dimension in Testing Productivity

LEADER IN AUTOMATED TESTING Automation Systems INSTALLED GLOBALLY As a global leader in materials testing, Instron has successfully designed and installed over 2,500 fully and semi-automated testing systems worldwide. EXPERIENCE Developing Automation Systems For over 30 years, Instron has continually advanced its automation systems to be exceptionally adaptable and scalable — designed to meet the diverse needs of R&D and quality control laboratories, regardless of size or throughput demands. Each Instron automation system is built on a foundation of proven technology, expertly configured to meet...

OUR PRODUCTS Instron’s automation solutions are available as complete turnkey systems or modular components that seamlessly integrate with existing universal testing machines — offering the flexibility to meet virtually any testing requirement. Testing Systems Testing Systems Testing Systems For smaller-volume labs with limited space, an automated XY stage enables automated batch and component testing. For mid-sized labs, our small-footprint AT3 increases testing capacity and handles everything from specimen measurement to strain measurement. For large, high-volume labs, Instron’s robot-driven...

WHY AUTOMATE? Looking Beyond Efficiency Better Use of Skilled Labor and Lab Time Skilled operators are a vital asset to any laboratory. By automating routine tasks such as specimen measurement and insertion, operators can leave the test system unattended - freeing up their time to focus on higher-value activities that enhance productivity. 04 Enhanced Safety Automation can reduce an operator’s time at the machine, decreasing the risk of operator strain from repetitive motion stress, or potential injury from physically interacting with specimens or operating the test frame. Reduced Training Time...

Did you know that without automation, operators spend approximately 10.3 hours per day waiting for tests to run in a 24/7 operation? That translates to 72 hours each week — 156 days a year of valuable operator time lost.* * Based on 1,440 specimens tested per week Increased Throughput With the ability to store up to 500 specimens, some automation systems can run unattended during both daytime and nighttime shifts, increasing throughput capabilities without the expense of additional shifts. Increased Repeatability Automation delivers precise, consistent processes and motions for every test, improving...

Automated Testing Systems The Instron AT6 is a modular, 6-axis robot-driven system engineered to automate tensile, flexural, compression, and lap shear testing in accordance with common ASTM and ISO standards. Designed for versatility, it supports a wide range of materials — including metals, plastics, elastomers, thin films, composites, and sutures — at forces up to 600 kN. With the ability to run up to 500 specimens completely unattended, the AT6 delivers true “lights-out” testing, maximizing throughput day and night. The system can be configured with specimen measurement stations, automatic...

Precise specimen measurements Floor model testing system with AutoXBiax for axial and transverse strain measurement Multiple testing stations and systems with floor mounted robot Customizable specimen racks hold up to 500 specimens Automated hardness testers Specimen marking machine 06 AT6 Automated Testing Systems | 07

Automated Testing Systems The Instron AT3 is a compact, versatile 3-axis actuator-driven testing system engineered for automated tensile, compression, flexural, and lap shear testing. Designed to meet a wide range of ASTM and ISO standards, it’s ideal for plastics, elastomers, thin films, foils, metals, and more. From specimen measurement and material handling to strain measurement and specimen disposal, the AT3 handles it all—allowing operators to load up to 160 specimens and walk away with confidence. Maximize throughput, minimize manual effort, and ensure consistent, reliable results every...

Automatic specimen handling and removal Integrated barcode reader to automatically associate specimen details with test data Custom racking and specimen handling Automatic strain measurement via contacting or non-contacting extensometers Capable of testing up to 300 kN force Racking capable of holding up to 160 specimens Automatic specimen measurement station 07 AT3 Automated Testing Systems |

Compact Automated Testing Systems The Instron AT2 is a compact automated XY stage capable of automating compression, tensile, and flexure testing for a batch of specimens with repetitive test points, or a single device or component with multiple test points. Designed to be added on to new or existing 6800 Series universal testing systems, the XY stage includes standard bolt holes to accommodate custom fixturing and unique component geometries. The AT2 is fully integrated with Bluehill Universal testing software, making it easy for operators to build out test locations using grid, diamond, or...

Customizable racking solutions ^02) Optional extra-large stage [0^ Laser alignment tool for precision test points [04) Available adapter plate for non-automated testing Multi-point testing Building a sequence of test locations in Bluehill Universal AT2 Compact Automated Testing Systems | 11

Cobot Testing Systems The Instron CT6 pairs a collaborative robot (cobot) with your universal testing system to automatically load, test, and remove specimens for unattended batch testing. The CT6 is designed to increase efficiency for labs that require a high degree of flexibility in their testing systems. It is differentiated from other automation systems in that it is designed to be quickly and easily programmed for different testing requirements and specimen geometries by your lab manager or operators, with little to no help from Instron. Compact in size, the cobot delivers precise loading...

The use of automation reduces operator introduced errors. Specimen racking is highly customizable. The CT6 is designed to handle a wide range of specimen and component geometries. Collaborative robots are built to operate safely alongside human workers — but when cobots handle potentially hazardous specimens like sharps, we strongly recommend using protective 08 06 shielding to ensure maximum safety. CT6 Cobot Testing Systems | 1