Suspected Pylon failure. Treadmill showing PLA after component swap on left side.Tech team…

Bertec Corporation was awarded a contract by the University of Virginia on July 24, 2026, for equipment maintenance and diagnostic services valued at $7,030.00. The contract addresses a suspected pylon failure on a treadmill that exhibited Post-Load Acceleration (PLA) following a component replacement on the left side. The work involves on-site investigation and assessment of belt slip issues at 1.8 meters per second on a treadmill equipped with modern wear plates and belts, with delivery designated to Elspeth Splaun at the University of Virginia.

The scope of services includes technical support from the contractor's team, who will deploy an Over-The-Counter Tension Meter to investigate and diagnose the mechanical issue. This single-unit engagement represents a targeted repair and diagnostic effort to resolve the identified treadmill malfunction. The contract was executed in Virginia and reflects the University of Virginia's procurement of specialized technical services to address equipment performance concerns.