Tech Specs for Universal Testing Machine_Final quote 20080-1.docx

Technical Specifications for Universal Testing Machine

Scope

A highly versatile, universal testing machine, hereafter referred to as the “instrument”, is being sought for use on a wide range of research projects at the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL). This instrument shall be delivered and installed at the NETL’s Pittsburgh site. The requirements of the instrument are provided in paragraphs II and V.

a) These specifications are the minimum requirements for the instrument. The Supplier’s instrument must fully meet the minimum specification, and the Supplier must state the specification for an equal part. The Supplier must also state whether the proposed instrument has an equivalent capability that meets or exceeds the specification. The Supplier must supply sufficient detail for the Buyer to technically evaluate the adequacy of the proposed instrument to meet the Buyer’s needs.

b) Equipment and software that exceeds the specifications defined herein and is not necessary for a completely operational instrument should be considered as optional equipment. The Supplier shall identify what optional equipment is included.

c) The Supplier shall accept full responsibility for the entire instrument, regardless of the manufacturer of any given component.

General Description and Overview

The supplier shall provide a versatile Universal Testing Machine with bend and compression testing at forces up to 300kN. The supplier shall be able to provide immediate and ongoing support to NETL to include but not limited to: questions about the machine, issues encountered with the machine as well as work with NETL to design specific tests and grips both for the immediate and long-term future.

The unit shall have the following features/capabilities:

· Higher force testing applications for metals, composites and many other materials

· Tensile, compression, bend, shear, flexural, peel, bonding, stress relaxation, creep, and tear tests with the capability to add additional testing through the procurement of additional grips and fixtures

· Position or load cycling

· Materials and product tests

· Destructive and proof load tests

· Max Force 300 kN (67,000 lbs)

· Max Speed 300 mm/min (12 in/min)

· Column Spacing 550 mm (21.6 in)

· Crosshead Travel 1131 mm (44.5 in)

· Electromechanical Frame capable of Tension and Compression

· Column Spacing 22" (550 mm)

· Max Daylight: 52 in (1320 mm)

· Max Travel: 45" (1130 mm)

· Easily interchangeable load cells ranging from 5kN to 300kN to test a range of materials

· Safety Features Included:

· Multiple layers of load limits in the software

· Mechanical and software position limits

· Mechanical E-Stop on Pendant and on Hydraulic Pump

· System safety enclosure

· Power interlock prevents testing when door is open

· Designed to keep people from coming in contact with moving parts during the tests

· Computer-based control electronics & data acquisition that can be upgraded and customized.

· Testing Software package capable of:

· Real time display of load, position, and rate values

· Real time display of measurements and graphing of any combination of data sets

· Ability to output data in easily read file formats

· Configure and save an unlimited number of customizable test profiles

· 5000 Hz data acquisition rate

· Test Report Generator - automatically creates test reports that include data, calculations and graphs; reports are customizable with logos, calculations, comments, etc.

· Offline analysis allows new analysis, graphing and calculations of previous data sets

· Calculates following values and makes available for display and reports:

· Yield strength, Modulus of elasticity

· Max load, Load at break, Average load, Max stress

· Elongation, Displacement at break

· Load at displacement, Displacement at load

· ASTMC348 Software Module

· Includes preconfigured test procedure, calculations and test report

· Test report includes:

· Peak load

· Flexural strength

· Data plot

· ASTM C469 Software Module

· Includes preconfigured test procedure, calculations and test report

· Test report includes:

· Peak load

· Peak stress

· Chord modulus of elasticity - automatic or user picked points

· Data plot of stress vs. strain

· Test Creator: Multi Segment Test Method Generator

· Create custom test control sequences (profiles) with a simple, user friendly interface.

· Complex cyclic test sequences are readily created with waveform building steps (triangles, ramps

· and holds)

· Test method is graphically displayed as you create it

· Allows you to simulate just about any product or component in-use loading sequence

· Test Calculations: Real-time and Post Test Advanced Data Analysis Calculator

· Data analysis software module

· Create any sort of simple or complex formulas, including logs and sines

· Apply formulas to data in real-time to create a new data stream for plotting or visual meter

· Apply to previously acquired data reanalyze test results

· Apply to former calculation results and specimen parameters to create new and custom

· calculations

· Many calculated results can be used in real time to affect subsequent test segments based on previous test segment calculations.

· Custom calculations can be included in test reports

· Test Video: Video Recording and Playback with Data Synchronization

· Includes mounting arm

· Video playback and still frame view of the test

· Data acquisition is time correlated to video and image record of the test

· Use a scanning cursor to view an image associated with a particular data point of interest

· Provides a video record of how the test was conducted and how the specimen failed

· Includes USB camera, 8 FPS, 640X480 resolution or better

· Computer (to include controls software) Complete specifications for the computer shall be dependent on the software. Below is a suggestion:

· Processor (3.4 GHz min)

· Win10 Professional (x64) or later

· 8 GB RAM Minimum

· 500 GB HD Minimum

· Integrated Video card

· Integrated Networking Card

· Includes 2 Ethernet ports - PC to Newton Controller & PC to network internet for technical

· support

· Keyboard & Mouse

· Installation, startup, setup and checkout service included

· PC Monitor

· Min 22" Monitor

Included Services:

· System integration, checkout and calibration prior to shipping, system shall arrive complete and ready for installation

· All software and firmware updates at no charge.

· Operations Manual

· Packing for Shipment

System On Site Services

· Commissioning & user training

· Lodging, local travel, per diem

· Air travel Technical Support - included

· Direct access to responsive, experienced team of test engineers

· Connection via phone and secure online connection to control software

· Provided ongoing technical support

For Immediate Purchase with Test Machine:

· Load Cell Web Shear rated 22,500 lb (100 kN)

· Pancake Style

· High Resistance to Off Center Loading

· High Accuracy S Type Load Cell

· Static rating: 5000 Newtons (1,125 Lbs.)

· Tension and Compression

· Rated 150% Overload

· 5' Cable with connector

· Has M12x1.75 Female threads both sides Grips/Fixtures

· Self-Aligning Tensile Fixture

· Made Per ASTM C633

· Self-aligning

· Includes Upper and lower fixture with the following parts:

· Tensile Grip Holder for Threaded Inserts

· Rated 50 kN (11,250 LB)

· Tensile Grip Threaded Insert

· Compatible with G179 (required)

· Female Thread M16

· Sample Cylinder

· 25mm Dia. Cylinder

· Stainless Steel Construction

· M16 Male Thread

· Compression Platens - one fixed and one spherically seated

· Spherical Seat Compression Platen

· For compression test samples with unparallel surfaces

· 96 mm (3.7") diameter

· 31.8mm (1.25") dia. female cup adapter with a hole for a 12.7mm (0.5") dia. cross pin

· +/- 1.5 degree angular movement

· Hardened steel black oxide coating

· Hardened Steel Compression Platen

· 96 mm (3.8") diameter

· 31.8mm female cup adapter with a hole for a 12.7mm dia. cross pin

· Concentric rings for sample centering

· Fracture Mechanics Clip-on Gage

· 10 mm compressed gauge length

· +2.5 mm/-1.0 mm measuring range

· Meets the accuracy requirements of ASTM E1820

· -40°C to 100°C temperature range

· Bi-axial Extensometer

· Capability to install on 1-2 in diameter specimens

· 1 inch gauge length

· ±5% axial measuring range

· ±0.025 inch transverse measuring range -40°C to 100°C temperature range

· System Ability

· Ability to expand controller hardware and software capabilities in the future

· Additional DAQ Board and Strain Channel

· System includes 3 strain channels load, axial strain and transverse strain measurements

· Analog outputs included, +/-10V, 2 included

· Digital input or output, 5V - 1 included

· Can accommodate up to 12 analog inputs - not included

· Can accommodate up to 2 additional analog outputs - not included

· Can accommodate a 4th strain channel - not included

· Can accommodate up to 16 additional digital inputs/outputs - not included

Available for Future Procurement (And integrate with system purchased by NETL):

· Additional interchangeable load cells

· Additional Tensile Grips

· Flexural Bend Test Fixtures

· Peel Test Fixtures

· Shear Test Fixtures

· Fatigue Rated Grips

· Burst/Puncture Test Fixtures

· Torsion Grips

· Tensile Bond Fixtures

· Compression Test Fixtures

· Environmental Chambers and other environmental accessories

· Transducers

· Specially designed Grips/Fixtures that integrate with existing system

NRTL Certification The universal testing machine and all ancillary equipment shall be NRTL (Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory) certified. If the unit is not NRTL certified, the manufacturer will provide the NRTL inspection and certification by a third-party inspector.

Shipping The vendor shall ship the load frame to NETL, 626 Cochrans Mill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. Shipping costs shall be included in the response to the RFQ.

Warranty, Installation, Calibration and training Full installation and commissioning shall be provided by this contract after instrument is uncrated and set up. A one-year warranty on all manufacturing and materials defects shall be provided.