Compression Frames

50-C35Z00 (steel base and front door not included)

Combining a single testing frame with a Power Control System (PCS) results in the integrated COMPACT-Line version of compression machine where the PCS is attached to the side of the frame. Stand-alone frames, supplied complete with pressure transducer and connection kit, are also available to connect to stand-alone control consoles.

EN 12390-4, EN 772-1 Compression Frames

EN 12390-4 Testing frames for cubes and cylinders 50-C46Z00, 50-C56Z00 and 50-C78Z00 frames,

Standards EN 12390-4

EN 3000kN compression frame model 50-C56Z00 with distance pieces and cube specimen (steel base not included)
Description

EN  12390-4 Testing frames for cubes and cylinders
50-C46Z00, 50-C56Z00 and 50-C78Z00 frames, 2000 to 5000 kN cap., feature a four column rigid welded steel construction, with heavy duty spherical seat in oil bath, tested for stability conforming to EN 12390-4. Complete with front door and rear transparent fragment guard (except for the 4000 and 5000 kN models).

EN  12390-4, EN 772-1 Testing frames for cubes , cylinders and blocks
50-C47Z00 and 50-C57Z00 2000 to 3000 kN cap., feature a four column rigid welded steel construction, with heavyt duty spherical seat in oil bath and compression platens 310x510x50 mm suitable for testing blocks and all other standard specimens. Tested for stability conforming to EN 12390-4. Complete with front door and rear transparent fragment guard.

EN 772-1 Heavy duty compression frames 4000 | 5000 kN for blocks
50-C69Z00 and 50-C79Z00, 4000 and 5000 kN cap., These models featuring four column rigid welded steel construction, are fitted EN Premium heavy duty spherical seat and block platens 310x510x90 mm. They include a specifically designed explosion-proof test kit comprehending: safety cables securing the upper platen to the frame, metallic perforated fragment guard and bottom platen anti-fall safety system thickness and Heavy duty premium spherical seat.


EN Four prestressed column Testing frames
High stiffness frames particularly suitable for research purposes. 50-C86Z00 and 50-C86Z10  models are identical except for the load cell incorporated in the piston of tle 50-C68Z10 version, providing very high accuracy starting from the very beginning of load scale. Heavy duty spherical seat in oil bath, tested for stability to EN 12390-4. Complete with front door, rear transparent fragment guard and pedestal.


For compression platens details, see TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS table

Main Features

WIZARD AUTO is CONTROLS new standard automatic Quality Control machine for compression and flexural testing and includes many new features and enhancements to improve the user-friendliness, efficiency, operator comfort and energy savings.
 
QC testing performance has just taken a step change improvement with CONTROLS abandoning manual test control and now features automatic closed-loop PID control of loading-rate using VFD inverter-technology control of the high specification AC motor.
 
Wizard Auto automatically and accurately performs tests at the correct test speed, ensuring compliance to Standards and with no effect due to operator variables.

Mainly dedicated to routine failure tests (compression, flexure and indirect tensile), WIZARD AUTO is the perfect solution to ensure total certainty of testing accuracy and strict conformity to international Standards. In fact being an automatic system it allows:

    • Reduced opportunities for operator errors, improving accuracy of results and repeatability         
    • Easy-to-use: even for operators with limited expertise.
    • Conforming to Standards: the machine automatically performs the test at correct test speed. Conformance to Standards can be easily proven.
    • High performance: high speed pump closes the daylight above the specimen at the fasted speed allowing a very high throughput of tests.
    • Operator comfort due to the significant noise reduction.
    • Energy saving, with 50% reduction in energy consumption.
Products
 
50-C46Z00

2000 kN cap. compression frame for testing cylinders up to 160 x 320 mm and cubes up to 200mm. Conforming to EN 12390-4. (Pedestal not inlcuded)

50-C56Z00

3000 kN cap. compression frame for testing cylinders up to 160 x 320 mm and cubes up to 200mm. Conforming to EN 12390-4. (Pedestal not inlcuded)

50-C68Z00

4000 kN cap. compression frame for testing cylinders up to 250 x 500 mm and cubes up to 300mm. Conforming to EN 12390-4. (Pedestal not included)

50-C78Z00

5000 kN cap. compression frame for testing cylinders up to 250 x 500 mm and cubes up to 300mm. Conforming to EN 12390-4. (Pedestal not included)

50-C47Z00

2000 kN cap. compression frame for testing blocks,cylinders up to 160 x 320 mm and cubes up to 200mm. Conforming to EN 12390-4 and EN 772-1. – High-stiffness 4-welded-columns frame 

50-C57Z00

3000 kN cap. compression frame for testing blocks,cylinders up to 160 x 320 mm and cubes up to 200mm. Conforming to EN 12390-4 and EN 772-1. 

50-C69Z00

4000 kN cap. compression frame for testing blocks,cylinders up to 150 x 300 mm and cubes up to 300mm. Conforming to EN 12390-4 and EN 772-1. (Pedestal not included)

50-C79Z00

5000 kN cap. compression frame for testing blocks,cylinders up to 150 x 300 mm and cubes up to 300mm. Conforming to EN 12390-4 and EN 772-1. (Pedestal not included)

Technical Specifications

EN 12390-4 Testing frames for cylinders, cubes

Models50-C46Z0050-C56Z0050-C68Z00**50-C78Z00**
Capacity kN2000300040005000
Platens dia. mm300300305×305 (sq.)305×305 (sq.)
Surface hardness (1)53 HRC53 HRC53 HRC53 HRC
Flatness tolerance, mm0.030.030.030.03
Ram travel mm50505050
Max. vertical daylight mm*350350520520
Horizontal
daylight mm
350370425425
For specimen size cm
 
Cubes:
Cylinders:
 
 
10, 15, 20
10×20, 15×30, 16×32
 
 
10, 15, 20
10×20, 15×30, 16×32
 
 
15, 20, 30
15×30, 16×32, 25×50
 
 
15, 20, 30
15×30, 16×32, 25×50
Overall dim.
 (lxdxh) mm
530x310x1500
(Pedestal as opt)
600x370x1500
(Pedestal as opt)
705x445x1500
(Pedestal not necessary)
705x445x1500
(Pedestal not necessary)
Weight approx. kg74097019501950

* To be adjusted using the suitable distance pieces. See accessories.
** If this frame and a second frame (cement or flexural) are both connected to AUTOMAX or PILOT Smart-Line control console, the pressure regulator model 65-L1400/X5 has to be used.
(1) Hardness certificate available on request



EN 12390-4, EN 772-1 Testing frames for cylinders, cubes, and blocks

Models50-C47Z0050-C57Z0050-C69Z00**50-C79Z00*
Capacity kN2000300040005000
Platens dim.310x510x50 mm310x510x50 mm310x510x90mm310x510x90mm
Surface hardness (1)55.5 HRC55.5 HRC55.5 HRC55.5 HRC
Flatness tolerance, mm0.050.050.050.05
Ram travel mm50505050
Max. vertical daylight mm*360350310310
Horizontal
daylight mm
350370425425
For specimen size cm
 
Cubes:
Cylinders:

Blocks
 
 


10, 15, 20
10×20, 15×30, 16×32
up to 500×300
 


 
10, 15, 20
10×20, 15×30, 16×32
up to 500×300




15, 20, 30
15×30

up to 500×300




15, 20, 30
15×30

up to 500×300
Overall dim.
 (lxdxh) mm
650x610x1530
(Pedestal as opt)
740x640x1550
(Pedestal as opt)
845x570x1550
(Pedestal not necessary)
845x570x1550
(Pedestal not necessary)
Weight approx. kg725110020002000

* To be adjusted using the suitable distance pieces. See accessories.
** If this frame and a second frame (cement or flexural) are both connected to AUTOMAX or PILOT Smart-Line control console, the pressure regulator model 65-L1400/X5 has to be used.
(1) Hardness certificate available on request



EN 12390-4, 4-prestressed-columns testing frames

 

Models
50-C86Z00

50-C86Z10*
Capacity kN30003000
Platens dia. mm300300
Surface hardness (1)53 HRC53 HRC
Flatness tolerance, mm0.030.03
Ram travel mm5050
Max. vertical daylight mm*350350
Horizontal
daylight mm
330330
For specimen size cm
 
Cubes:
Cylinders:
 
 
 
10, 15, 20
10×20, 15×30, 16×32                           
 
 
10, 15, 20
10×20, 15×30, 16×32                          
Overall dim.
 (lxdxh) mm
560x380x1400
(incl. pedestal)
560*380×1400
(incl. pedestal)
Weight approx. kg                                                           10401150

*Strain gauge load cell incorporated in the piston
(1) Hardness certificate available on request

Accessories
 
50-C0050/HRD4

Supply of the compression machine with dia.300mm platens complete with traceable certificate of hardness of testing platens surfaces (upper and bottom platen certification included). Available only for ordering with compression machine. 

50-C0050/HRD6

Supply of the compression machine with 305×305 mm platens complete with traceable certificate of hardness of testing platens surfaces (upper and bottom platen certification included). Available only for ordering with compression machine. 

50-C0050/HRD7

Supply of the compression machine with 310x510x50 mm platens complete with traceable certificate of hardness of testing platens surfaces (upper and bottom platen certification included). Available only for ordering with compression machine. 

50-C9080/68

Distance piece dia.200x68mm complete with both central centering pin for simple stacking up and two screws for solid fixing.          

50-C49/B

Base for 2000 kN 50-C46xxx, 50-C47xxx, 50-C43xxx, 50-A42xxx and 50-C45xxx frames/machines

50-C59/B
Base for 3000kN EN frames
 
50-C59/FGH

Upgrading of the 50-C57xxx and 50-C56xxx series compression frames with metallic perforated  front door instead of standard transparent one    

 
50-C59/FGH1

Upgrading of the 50-C56Fxx e 50-C56Fxx/M series compression machines with metallic perforated front door instead of standard transparent one  

 
50-C69/FGH

Upgrading of the 50-C78xxx and 50-C68xxx series compression frames with metallic perforated  front door instead of standard trasparent one

50-C9080
Distance piece dia 200 x 30 mm
 
50-C9080/30

Distance piece dia.200x30mm complete with both central centering pin for simple stacking up and two screws for solid fixing.                      

50-C9082
Distance piece dia 200 x 50 mm
 
50-C9080/50

Distance piece dia.200x50mm complete with both central centering pin for simple stacking up and two screws for solid fixing.     

50-C9083
Distance piece dia 200 x 68 mm
 
50-C9086
Distance piece dia 200 x 100 mm.
 
50-C9080/100

Distance piece dia.200x100mm complete with both central centering pin for simple stacking up and two screws for solid fixing.    

ASTM C39, C140, AASHTO T22 Compression Frames

ASTM-AASHTO standalone frames for testing cylinders 50-A12Z00, 50-A22Z00 and 50-A32Z00, 1500kN (3

Standards AASHTO T22 ASTM C39 ASTM C140

ASTM Compression frame 50-A12Z00, 1500 kN cap. for concrete cylinders testing connected to AUTOMAX E MODULUS control console (steel base and front door not included)
Description

ASTM-AASHTO standalone frames for testing cylinders
50-A12Zx0 1500kN (335 klbf) cap, frame consist of a rigid welded steel structure, with spherical seat and platens 165 mm dia., suitable for testing cylinders from dia. 4”x8” to 6”x12” as prescribed by ASTM C39 standard. The vertical clearance allows the testing of 6”x12” cylinders with capping retainers conforming to ASTM C1231. Supplied complete withpressure transducer, flexible plastic fragment guards and connection kit for separate control console. Pedestal and ridig front door not included, see Accessories.

50-A42Zx0 and 50-A52Zx0 frames, 2000 and 3000 kN cap., further to the performance above mentioned, feature a high stiffness structure which is more suitable for central and research laboratories. Supplied complete with pressure transducer, connection kit for separate control console and rigid front door. Pedestal not included, see Accessories.

ASTM-AASHTO standalone frames for testing blocks and cylinders
Models 50-A29Z00 2000kN (450klbf) cap. and  50-A39Z00 3000kN (660klbf) cap. are compression frames completely reversible, fitted with Premium Heavy Duty spherical seat and rectangular platens for testing blocks conforming to ASTM C140.
Using the innovative update 50-A29/CYL the seat-upper platen assembly for blocks can be easily switched with the other one for cylinders so that we really have a multi-testing unit.

For compression platens details, see TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS table

Products
 
50-A12Z00

1500 kN cap. compression frame for testing cylinders up to 160 x 320 mm. Conforming to ASTM C39, AASHTO T22.

50-A12Z10

335’000 lbf (1490 kN) cap. compression frame for testing for testing cylinders up to 6″x12″ (160×320 mm) conforming to ASTM C39, AASHTO T-22. 

50-A42Z00

2000 kN cap. compression frame for testing cylinders up to 160 x 320 mm. Conforming to ASTM C39, AASHTO T22. – High-stiffness 4-welded-columns frame 

50-A42Z10

450’000 lbf (2000 kN) cap. compression frame for testing for testing cylinders up to 6″x12″ (160×320 mm) conforming to ASTM C39, AASHTO T-22. – High-stiffness 4-welded-columns frame 

50-A52Z00

3000 kN cap. compression frame for testing cylinders up to 160 x 320 mm. Conforming to ASTM C39, AASHTO T22. – High-stiffness 4-welded-columns frame 

50-A52Z10

660’000 lbf (3000 kN) cap. compression frame for testing for testing cylinders up to 6″x12″ (160×320 mm) conforming to ASTM C39, AASHTO T-22. – High-stiffness 4-welded-columns frame 

50-A29Z00

ASTM compression frame 2000 kN cap. for testing blocks to ASTM C140, C1314 and cylinders up to 6″ x 12″ (150x300mm) to ASTM C39 and AASHTO T-22 with optional accessory model 50-A29/CYL.    

A39Z00

ASTM compression frame 3000 kN cap. for testing blocks to ASTM C140, C1314 and cylinders up to 6″ x 12″ (150x300mm) to ASTM C39 and AASHTO T-22 with optional accessory model 50-A29/CYL.       

50-A29Z10

ASTM compression frame 450’000 lbf cap. for testing blocks to ASTM C140, C1314 and cylinders up to 6″ x 12″ (150x300mm) to ASTM C39 and AASHTO T-22 with optional accessory model 50-A29/CYL.       

50-A39Z10

ASTM compression frame 660’000 lbf cap. for testing blocks to ASTM C140, C1314 and cylinders up to 6″ x 12″ (150x300mm) to ASTM C39 and AASHTO T-22 with optional accessory model 50-A29/CYL.      

Technical Specifications
ASTM C39, AASHTO T22 TESTING FRAMES FOR CYLINDERS

 

Models 50-
A12Z00
(A12Z10*)

 
A42Z00**
(A42Z10*)
A52Z00**
(A52Z10*)
Capacity, kN (klbf)1500
(330)
2000
(450)
3000
(660)
Upper platen dim. mm (inch)Dia. 165  (6.5″)Dia. 165  (6.5″)Dia. 165  (6.5″)
Lower platen dim. mm (inch)Dia. 250 (9.8″)Dia. 300 (11.8″)Dia. 300 (11.8″)
Surface hardness55 HRC55 HRC55 HRC
Flatness tolerance, mm0.020.020.02
Ram travel mm50 (2″)50 (2″)50 (2″)
Max. vertical daylight mm***375 (14.7″)375 (14.7″)375 (14.7″)
Horizontal daylight mm265 (10.4″)350 (13.8″)370 (14.6″)
For specimen size:
Cylinders cm (dia. x h)
 
10×20 (4”x8”),
15×30 (6”x12”),
16×32
 
10×20 (4”x8”),
15×30 (6”x12”),
16×32
 
10×20 (4”x8”),
15×30 (6”x12”),
16×32
Overall dim. (lxdxh) mm 450x365x1090650x450x1500740x505x1550
Weight approx. kg2506651035
Pedestal (optional)50-A19/B50-C49/B50-C59/B
Rigid front door (optional)50-A19/FGIncludedIncluded

* These machines are calibrated in lbf unit.
** High stiffness four column welded frame
***To be adjusted using the suitable distance pieces. See accessories

 

ASTM C39, C140 TESTING FRAMES FOR BLOCKS AND CYLINDERS
 
Models 50-A29Z00
A29Z10*
A29Z00+A29/CYL
A29Z10*+A29/CYL
A39Z00
A39Z10*
A39Z00+A29/CYL
A39Z10*+A39/CYL
Capacity, kN  (lbf)2000
(450’000)
2000
(450’000)
3000
(660’000)
3000
(660’000)
Platens dim., mm (inches)310x410x90 mm
(12.2”x16.1”x3.5” )
310x410x90 mm
(12.2”x16.1”x3.5” )
+
dia. 165 mm (6.5″)
310x410x90 mm
(12.2”x16.1”x3.5” )
 
310x410x90 mm
(12.2”x16.1”x3.5” )
+
dia. 165 mm (6.5″)
Ram travel, mm (inches)50mm (2”)50mm (2”)50mm (2”)50mm (2”)
Max. vertical daylight , mm (inches)**300 mm
(11.8″)
  410 mm (16.1″)
/
300 mm (11.8″ )
300 mm
(11.8″)
  410 mm (16.1″)
/
300 mm (11.8″ )
Horizontal daylight inch , mm (inches)370 mm
(14.6″)
370 mm
(14.6″)
370 mm
(14.6″)
370 mm
(14.6″)
Overall dim. (lxdxh) , mm, without pedastal800x520x1760mm800x520x1760mm800x520x1760mm800x520x1760mm
Weight approx., kg 975 kg975 + (51 kg)975 kg975 + (51 kg)
Pedestal50-A29/B50-A29/B50-A29/B50-A29/B
Rigid front door50-A29/FG50-A29/FG50-A29/FG50-A29/FG

 

* These machines are calibrated in lbf unit.
**To be adjusted using the suitable distance pieces. See accessories
Accessories
 
50-C9080/68

Distance piece dia.200x68mm complete with both central centering pin for simple stacking up and two screws for solid fixing.          

50-A19/B

Base for frames and testing machines model 50-A12xxx, 50-C13xxx and 50-C92xxx        

50-C49/B

Base for 2000 kN 50-C46xxx, 50-C47xxx, 50-C43xxx, 50-A42xxx and 50-C45xxx frames/machines

50-C59/B
Base for 3000kN EN frames
 
65-L1000/20
Distance piece 165 mm dia. x 20 mm height.
 
65-L1000/30
Distance piece 165 mm dia. x 30 mm height.
 
65-L1000/40
Distance piece 165 mm dia. x 40 mm height.
 
65-L1000/68
Distance piece 165 mm dia. x 68 mm height.
 
50-C9080
Distance piece dia 200 x 30 mm
 
50-C9080/30

Distance piece dia.200x30mm complete with both central centering pin for simple stacking up and two screws for solid fixing.                      

50-C9082
Distance piece dia 200 x 50 mm
 
50-C9080/50

Distance piece dia.200x50mm complete with both central centering pin for simple stacking up and two screws for solid fixing.     

50-C9083
Distance piece dia 200 x 68 mm
 
50-C9086
Distance piece dia 200 x 100 mm.
 
50-C9080/100

Distance piece dia.200x100mm complete with both central centering pin for simple stacking up and two screws for solid fixing.          

50-A19/FG

Upgrading of the 50-A12xxx, 50-C13xxx machines and compression frames with front rigid door          

General Utility Compression Frames

General utility standalone frames for testing cubes and cylinders 50-C13Z00, 50-C23Z00 and 50-C34

50-C35Z00 (steel base and front door not included)
Description

General utility standalone frames for testing cubes and cylinders
50-C13Z00, 50-C43Z00 and 50-C34Z00, 1500kN, 2000kN and 3000kN cap, frames consist of a rigid welded steel structure, with spherical seat and platens suitable for testing cylinders and cubes (see TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS table). Supplied complete with pressure transducer, flexible plastic fragment guards and connection kit for separate control console. Pedestal and ridig front door not included, see Accessories.
 

General utility standalone frames for cubes, cylinders and blocks
50-C45Z00 and 50-C35Z00  feature a rigid welded steel structure, with spherical seat and compression platens 310×510 mm suitable for blocks, cylinders up to dia.160x320mm and cubes up to 200mm (see TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS table).

For compression platens details, see TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS table

Products
 
50-C13Z00

1500 kN cap. compression frame for testing cylinders up to 160 x 320 mm and cubes up to 150mm. Conforming to ASTM C39, AASHTO T22 for 150×300 mm (6″x12″) cylinders 

50-C43Z00

2000 kN cap. compression frame for testing cylinders up to 160 x 320 mm and cubes up to 150mm. Conforming to ASTM C39, AASHTO T22 for 150×300 mm (6″x12″) cylinders 

50-C34Z00

3000 kN cap. compression frame for testing cylinders up to 160 x 320 mm and cubes up to 200mm. 

50-C45Z00

2000 kN cap. compression frame for testing blocks,cylinders up to 160×320 mm and cubes up to 200 mm.- Compression platens 310mm x 510mm 

50-C35Z00

3000 kN cap. compression frame for testing blocks,cylinders up to 160×320 mm and cubes up to 200 mm.- Compression platens 310mm x 510mm 

Technical Specifications

GENERAL UTILITY TESTING FRAMES FOR CUBES AND CYLINDERS

Models 50-C13Z00C43Z00
C34Z00
Capacity, kN150020003000
Platens dim. mmDia. 220Dia. 220Dia. 300
Surface hardness (1)55 HRC55 HRC55 HRC
Flatness tolerance, mm0.030.030.03
Ram travel mm505050
Max. vertical daylight mm340*370350*
Horizontal daylight mm280350370

For specimen size:

Cylinders cm (dia.xh)

 

Cubes cm

 

15×30 (6”x12”), 16×32

15

 

15×30 (6”x12”), 16×32

15

 

15×30 (6”x12”), 16×32

15, 20

Overall dim. (lxdxh) mm445x365x1090540x400x1090740x505x1150
Weight approx. kg2705001035
Pedestal (optional)50-A19/B50-C49/B50-C39/B
Rigid front door (optional)50-A19/FG50-C49/FG50-C39/FG

 

 

*To be adjusted using the suitable distance pieces. See accessories
(1) Hardness certificate available on request

GENERAL UTILITY TESTING FRAMES FOR CUBES, CYLINDERS AND BLOCKS

 

Models 50-C25Z00C35Z00
Capacity, kN20003000
Platens dim. mm310×510310×510
Surface hardness (1)55.5 HRC55.5 HRC
Flatness tolerance, mm0.050.05
Ram travel mm5050
Max. vertical daylight mm*350350
Horizontal daylight mm340370
For specimen size:
Cylinders cm (dia.xh)
Cubes cm
Blocks
 
15×30 (6”x12”), 16×32  
15, 20
Within platen dim.
 
15×30 (6”x12”), 16×32  
15, 20
Within platen dim.
Overall dim. (lxdxh) mm540x555x1090440x600x1160
Weight approx. kg575775
Pedestal (optional)50-C29/B50-C39/B
Rigid front door (optional)50-C25/FG50-C35/FG

*To be adjusted using the suitable distance pieces. See accessories
(1) Hardness certificate available on request

Accessories
 
 
50-C0050/HRD3

Supply of the compression machine with dia.220 mm platens complete with traceable certificate of hardness of testing platens surfaces (upper and bottom platen certification included). Available only for ordering with compression machine. 

50-C0050/HRD4

Supply of the compression machine with dia.300mm platens complete with traceable certificate of hardness of testing platens surfaces (upper and bottom platen certification included). Available only for ordering with compression machine. 

50-C0050/HRD7

Supply of the compression machine with 310x510x50 mm platens complete with traceable certificate of hardness of testing platens surfaces (upper and bottom platen certification included). Available only for ordering with compression machine. 

50-A19/B

Base for frames and testing machines model 50-A12xxx, 50-C13xxx and 50-C92xxx        

50-C39/B

Base for frames and testing machines model 50-C34xxx, 50-C35xxx and 50-A32xxx

50-C49/B

Base for 2000 kN 50-C46xxx, 50-C47xxx, 50-C43xxx, 50-A42xxx and 50-C45xxx frames/machines

50-C9080
Distance piece dia 200 x 30 mm
 
50-C9082
Distance piece dia 200 x 50 mm
 
50-C9083
Distance piece dia 200 x 68 mm
 
50-C9086
Distance piece dia 200 x 100 mm.
 
50-A19/FG

Upgrading of the 50-A12xxx, 50-C13xxx machines and compression frames with front rigid door          

50-C45/FG

Upgrading of the 50-C45xxx series 2000 kN compression frames with front rigid door (for frames fitted with rectangular platens 310×510 mm)

50-C49/FG

Upgrading of the 50-C43xxx series 2000 kN compression frames with front rigid door

50-C35/FG

Upgrading of the 50-C35xxx, A29xxx and A39xxx compression frames with front rigid door (for frames fitted with rectangular block platens)

50-C39/FG
Upgrading of the 50-A32xxx and 50-C34xxx series 3000 kN compression frames with front rigid door

ASTM - Top-of-the-Range Automatic Compression Testers for Cylinders AUTOMAX PRO

AUTOMAX PRO is top-of-the-range Compact-Line compression machines

Standards AASHTO T22 ASTM C39

AUTOMAX PRO
Description

 

AUTOMAX PRO is CONTROLS’ new top-of-the-range Compact-Line compression machines and is the first choice for automatic standard failure tests.

AUTOMAX PRO introduces new features and capabilities that will revolutionize the operations of any progressive construction quality testing laboratories.
LinkLAB is CONTROLS’ new proprietary Laboratory Connectivity Package. 
It allows your AUTOMAX Pro to be a connected part of your laboratory infrastructure by taking inputs from any number of ancillary measuring systems and devices increasing efficiency and eliminating transposing errors.
 

The machines consist of:

Frame
Four column high stiffness welded frame tested for stability to EN 12390-4.
Heavy duty spherical seat in lubricating oil bath, allowing initial free alignment at the initial contact with the specimen and automatic jamming up to the end of test.

Compression platens
See table. Traceable certificate of surface hardness available on request.

Automax PRO, Automatic power and control system 
See technical specifications.

Safety features
Includes: Max. pressure valve to avoid machine overloading; piston travel limit switch; emergency stop button; front door and rear transparent fragment guard.

Main Features

 

Smart automatic and connected concrete Power and Control System for standard failure testing.

AUTOMAX PRO is CONTROLS’ new top-of-the-range Compact-Line compression machine and is the first choice for automatic standard failure tests.

  • Huge boost in efficiency and error elimination: LinK-LAB – Integrated testing station solution for seamless connection and data inputs from many ancillary devices for dimensional measurement, weight, bar code, etc.
  • Fully automatic – time saving: Full test-cycle automation maximizes productivity and ensures tests are performed accurately according to pre-set methods, eliminating operator variables.
  • Highly accurate and energy saving: Our DC motor technology quietly and efficiently delivers super accurate load control at both low-speed and low-loads.
  • Intuitive, quick and simple operation: The integrated control system features an intuitive 7” color graphical display, which works like a tablet or smart-phone, and makes AUTOMAX PRO quick and simple to operate.
  • Standards compliant – peace of mind: Hardware and firmware are in total compliance with all the main international concrete testing standards including ASTM C39 and EN 12390-3.
  • Multilingual functionality: The system is available in multiple languages and is fully compatible with non-Latin characters for Chinese, Cyrillic (and more).
Products
 
 
50-A12F02

AUTOMAX PRO COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 1500 kN cap. for cylinders up to 160 x  320 mm. Conforming to ASTM C39, AASHTO T22. 230V/50-60Hz/1Ph.                       

50-A12F04

AUTOMAX PRO COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 1500 kN cap. for cylinders up to 160 x  320 mm. Conforming to ASTM C39, AASHTO T22. 110V/60Hz/1Ph.                       

50-A12F14

AUTOMAX PRO COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 330’000 lbf (1500 kN) cap. for cylinders up to 6″x12″ (160 x 320 mm). Conforming to ASTM C39, AASHTO T22. 110V/60Hz/1Ph.                

50-A42F02

AUTOMAX PRO COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 2000 kN cap. for cylinders up to 160 x 320 mm. Conforming to ASTM C39, AASHTO T22 – High-stiffness 4-welded-columns frame – 230 V, 50-60 Hz, 1 Ph.

 
50-A42F04

AUTOMAX PRO COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 2000 kN cap. for cylinders up to 160 x 320 mm. Conforming to ASTM C39, AASHTO T22 – High-stiffness 4-welded-columns frame – 110 V, 60 Hz, 1 Ph.

 
50-A42F12

AUTOMAX PRO COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 450’000 lbf (2000 kN) cap. for testing cylinders up to 6″x12″ (160 x 320 mm). Conforming to ASTM C39, AASHTO T-22. – 230 V, 50-60 Hz, 1 Ph.

50-A42F14

AUTOMAX PRO COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 450’000 lbf (2000 kN) cap. for testing cylinders up to 6″x12″ (160 x 320 mm). Conforming to ASTM C39, AASHTO T-22. – High-stiffness 4-welded-columns frame – 110 V, 60 Hz, 1 Ph.

50-A52F02

AUTOMAX PRO COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 3000 kN cap. for cylinders up to 160 x 320 mm. Conforming to ASTM C39, AASHTO T22 – High-stiffness 4-welded-columns frame – 230 V, 50-60 Hz, 1 Ph.

 
50-A52F04

AUTOMAX PRO COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 3000 kN cap. for cylinders up to 160 x 320 mm. Conforming to ASTM C39, AASHTO T22 – High-stiffness 4-welded-columns frame – 110 V, 60 Hz, 1 Ph.

 
50-A52F12

AUTOMAX PRO COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 660’000 lbf (3000 kN) cap. for testing cylinders up to 6″x12″ (160 x 320 mm). Conforming to ASTM C39, AASHTO T-22. – High-stiffness 4-welded-columns frame – 230 V, 50-60 Hz, 1 P

50-A52F14

AUTOMAX PRO COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 660’000 lbf (3000 kN) cap. for testing cylinders up to 6″x12″ (160 x 320 mm). Conforming to ASTM C39, AASHTO T-22. – High-stiffness 4-welded-columns frame – 110 V, 60 Hz, 1 Ph

Technical Specifications

 

WIZARD AUTO AUTOMATIC POWER AND CONTROL SYSTEM

Hydraulics

  • Max pressure 700 bar
  • Power 750 W
  • Dual stage pump: low pressure/high delivery for fast piston approach and high pressure/low delivery for loading.
  • AC motor fitted with VFD inverter device featuring high efficiency, reduction of power consumption and silent operation.
  • Second frame optional facility using valve selector.

Hardware

  • Two 16 bit analog channels for load sensors
  • Wide graphic display 128 x 80 pixel
  • Sampling rate 50 Hz
  • Internal memory
  • RS 232 port for data download (including load/time graph points) to PC in ASCII format
  • Integrated printer as optional. See accessories

Firmware

  • Real time display of load and stress
  • Automatic application of the selected load rate
  • Execution of loading ramps with the possibility to manually increase or decrease the test speed during the test
  • Peak detection and saving
  • Language selection
  • Multi-coefficient linearization of the calibration curve for better accuracy at low loads
  • Multiple units: Lbf / Ton / kN. 

PHYSICAL SPECIFICATION TABLE

Model 50-A12W32 
(A12W22**)
A12W34 (A12W24**)
A12W02 (A12W12**)
A12W04 (A12W14**)
Capacity kN (lbf)1100
(250,000)
1500 (330,000)
Max vertical daylight, mm (inches)375 (14,7”)375 (14,7”)
Horizontal daylight mm, (inches)265 (10.4”)265 (10.4”)
Max. piston travel*, mm (inches)50 (2″)50 (2″)
Upper platen dimensions, mm (inches)dia.165×30 (6.5″x1.2″) dia.165×30 (6.5″x1.2″) 

Bottom platen dimensions, mm

(inches)

dia. 250×30

(9.8″x1.2″)***

dia. 250×30

(9.8″x1.2″)***

Platen surface hardness55.5 HRC (600 HV)55.5 HRC (600 HV)
Platens flatness toll, mm (inches)0.02 (0.0008″)0.02 (0.0008″)
Overall dimensions, mm (inches)810 x 425 x 1085
(31.9″ x 16.7 x 42.7″)
810 x 425 x 1085
(31.9″ x 16.7 x 42.7″)
Weight approx., kg285285

*Use distance pieces conforming to the specimen size to avoid piston overtravel
** These machines are calibrated in lbf unit.
*** With threaded centering hole to be used with distance pieces with threaded pin

Accessories
 
50-C0050/CAL
Special calibration of load digital readout unit assuring class 1 from 1% of testing machine full scale (maximum load)
 
50-SW/DM

DATAMANAGER PC software compatible with DIGIMAX, PILOT, AUTOMAX, PILOT PRO, AUTOMAX PRO and PRO-M. Suitable for remote control of the system (except DIGIMAX), data acquisition, processing and filing. LAN cable included.

 
50-C9080/68

Distance piece dia.200x68mm complete with both central centering pin for simple stacking up and two screws for solid fixing.          

50-Q60P/PRINT

Upgrading the AUTOMAX PRO and PILOT PRO series to incorporate a serial graphic printer in the rear panel allowing load/time plot (printing available for languages with latin charcters only)

 
50-C50/P1
Application of a magnetic switch to the safety guard (for automatic testers only). Suitable for automatic compression machines.
 
50-C9080
Distance piece dia 200 x 30 mm
 
50-C9080/30

Distance piece dia.200x30mm complete with both central centering pin for simple stacking up and two screws for solid fixing.                      

50-C9082
Distance piece dia 200 x 50 mm
 
50-C9080/50

Distance piece dia.200x50mm complete with both central centering pin for simple stacking up and two screws for solid fixing.          

50-C9083
Distance piece dia 200 x 68 mm
 
50-C9086
Distance piece dia 200 x 100 mm.
 
50-C9080/100

Distance piece dia.200x100mm complete with both central centering pin for simple stacking up and two screws for solid fixing.          

 
50-C10D/3F
Third frame facility for AUTOMAX series. Frame selection via display/PC.
 
50-C20E/4F
Fourth frame facility for AUTOMAX Multitest e and AUOTMAX PRO series. Frame selection via PC.
 
50-KLAB/E

LinK-LAB Enterprise laboratory connectivity package for machines controlled by PC via DATAMANAGER Software.

ASTM - Top-of-the-Range Automatic Compression Testers for Cylinders AUTOMAX PRO-M for Advanced Testing

AUTOMAX PRO-M Compact-Line compression machines for Advanced Testing

Standards AASHTO T22 ASTM C39 ASTM C469

3000 kN ASTM compression machine model 50-A52F02/M performing Elastic modulus test
Description
 
AUTOMAX PRO-M Power Control System fitted with superior hydraulics can also perform, in addition to standard failure tests, the Modulus of Elasticity Determination tests, Characterizations of Fiber Reinforced Concrete (FRC) under displacement-control and tensile tests on steel specimens

AUTOMAX PRO-M introduces new features and capabilities that will revolutionize the operations of any progressive construction quality testing laboratories.

LinkLAB is CONTROLS’ new proprietary Laboratory Connectivity Package. 
It allows your AUTOMAX PRO-M to be a connected part of your laboratory infrastructure by taking inputs from any number of ancillary measuring systems and devices increasing efficiency and eliminating transposing errors.
 

The machines consist of:


Frame
Rigid welded steel construction. ASTM spherical seat allows free alignment at the initial contact with the specimen. It is designed strictly conforming to the Standards, to test 4” and 6” diameter specimens.

Compression platens
See table. Traceable certificate of surface hardness available on request.

Automax PRO-M, Automatic power and control system 
See technical specifications.

Safety features
Includes: Max. pressure valve to avoid machine overloading; piston travel limit switch; emergency stop button; front door and rear transparent fragment guard.

Main Features

 

Smart automatic and connected concrete Power and Control System for standard failure testing.

AUTOMAX PRO-M is CONTROLS’ new top-of-the-range Compact-Line compression machine and is the first choice for automatic standard failure tests and advanced concrete mechanical properties assessment. 

  • Huge boost in efficiency and error elimination: LinK-LAB – Integrated testing station solution for seamless connection and data inputs from many ancillary devices for dimensional measurement, weight, bar code, etc.
  • Fully automatic – time saving: Full test-cycle automation maximizes productivity and ensures tests are performed accurately according to pre-set methods, eliminating operator variables.
  • Highly accurate and energy saving: Our DC motor technology quietly and efficiently delivers super accurate load control at both low-speed and low-loads.
  • Intuitive, quick and simple operation: The integrated control system features an intuitive 7” color graphical display, which works like a tablet or smart-phone, and makes AUTOMAX PRO-M quick and simple to operate.
  • Standards compliant – peace of mind: Automatic performance of Elastic Modulus tests according to the main International Standards with automatic calculation of tests results.
  • Advanced: Allowing the execution of displacement-controlled tests on beams, notched beams, round or square slabs
  • Easy rebar testing: simply attach the stand- alone tensile frame and carry out rebar testing as well as all the compression tests.
Products
 
 
50-A12F02/M

AUTOMAX PRO-M COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 1500 kN cap. for cylinders up to 160 x  320 mm. Suitable for Elastic Modulus and Poisson ratio determination. 230V/50-60Hz/1Ph.               

50-A12F04/M

AUTOMAX PRO-M COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 1500 kN cap. for cylinders up to 160 x  320 mm. Suitable for Elastic Modulus and Poisson ratio determination. 110V/60Hz/1Ph.                &nbs…

 
50-A12F12/M

AUTOMAX PRO-M COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 330’000 lbf (1500 kN) cap. for cylinders up to 6″x12″ (160 x 320 mm). Suitable for Elastic Modulus and Poisson ratio determination. 230V/50-60Hz/1Ph.   

 
50-A12F14/M

AUTOMAX PRO-M COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 330’000 lbf (1500 kN) cap. for cylinders up to 6″x12″ (160 x 320 mm). Suitable for Elastic Modulus and Poisson ratio determination. 110V/60Hz/1Ph.    

 
50-A42F02/M

AUTOMAX PRO-M COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 2000 kN cap. for cylinders up to 160 x 320 mm. Suitable for Elastic Modulus and Poisson ratio determination. 230 V, 50-60 Hz, 1 Ph.

 
50-A42F04/M

AUTOMAX PRO-M COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 2000 kN cap. for cylinders up to 160 x 320 mm. Suitable for Elastic Modulus and Poisson ratio determination. 110 V, 60 Hz, 1 Ph.

 
50-A42F12/M

AUTOMAX PRO-M COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 450’000 lbf cap. for testing cylinders up to 6″x12″. Suitable for Elastic Modulus and Poisson ratio determination. 230 V, 50-60 Hz, 1 Ph.

 
50-A42F14/M

AUTOMAX PRO-M COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 450’000 lbf cap. for testing cylinders up to 6″x12″. Suitable for Elastic Modulus and Poisson ratio determination. 110 V, 60 Hz, 1 Ph.

 
50-A52F02/M

AUTOMAX PRO-M COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 3000 kN cap. for cylinders up to 160 x 320 mm. Suitable for Elastic Modulus and Poisson ratio determination. 230 V, 50-60 Hz, 1 Ph.

 
50-A52F04/M

AUTOMAX PRO-M COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 3000 kN cap. for cylinders up to 160 x 320 mm. Suitable for Elastic Modulus and Poisson ratio determination. 110 V, 60 Hz, 1 Ph.

 
50-A52F12/M

AUTOMAX PRO-M COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 660’000 lbf cap. for testing cylinders up to 6″x12″. Suitable for Elastic Modulus and Poisson ratio determination. 230 V, 50-60 Hz, 1 Ph.

 
50-A52F14/M

AUTOMAX PRO-M COMPACT-Line automatic compression machine, 660’000 lbf cap. for testing cylinders up to 6″x12″. Suitable for Elastic Modulus and Poisson ratio determination. 110 V, 60 Hz, 1 Ph.

Technical Specifications

AUTOMAX PRO-M AUTOMATIC POWER AND CONTROL SYSTEM


Hydraulics

  • DC motor, 720W, 50-60Hz
  • Maximum working pressure 700 bar
  • Load/unload electrovalve for test execution via display/PC and automatic stop at specimen failure
  • Active control of up to 4 frames by selection via display/PC (third and fourth frame as option). See accessories.
  • ES Energy Saving technology to reduce the power consumption and enable silent operation
  • Flow-sharing technology to perform loading and unloading cycles at controlled rate


Hardware

  • 524,000 points high-resolution/stability analog channels
  • 6 channels to be factory configured:
    • 2 channels for load sensors
    • 2 channels for load or displacement/strain sensor
    • 2 channels for displacement/strain sensors
  • Control frequency 250 Hz
  • Sampling frequency 250 Hz
  • 7”, 800 x 480 pixel, 16 M colors, icon-driven capacitive sensing touchscreen graphic display
  • Unlimited storage capacity for test data on internal 16 GB SD card
  • USB port for test data storage on external USB memory stick and for firmware upgrade
  • Ethernet port for PC / Internet /network communication
  • Optional integrated graphic printer including Load-Time plot (for standard failure tests)
  • RS 232 port for data downloading in ASCII format


Firmware

  • Execution of compression, flexure, indirect tensile, ACV tests, Elastic Modulus, Poisson Ratio Determination plus Displacement-controlled tests (with 50-FW/DC) and tensile tests (with 50-FW/UTS) in automatic mode with test speed controlled by a closed-loop PID system.
  • Simultaneous display of:
    • load, stress, actual load rate, load / time graph in standard failure test
    • load, stress, strain, stress / strain graph in Elastic Modulus and Poisson ratio tests
    • load, displacement, stress / displacement in displacement controlled tests (with 50-FW/DC)
    • load, stress, displacement and % elongation (crossbeam), displacement and % elongation (extensometer, if connected), stress/%elongation graph in tensile tests (with 50-FW/UTS)
  • Saving of the specimen failure type (to EN or ASTM) in concrete compressiont tests results
  • Automatic performance of Elastic Modulus tests according to the main International Standards with automatic calculation of tests results
  • Execution (with 50-SW/DC) of displacement controlled tests on beams, notched beams, round or square slabs
  • Execution (with 50-FW/UTS) of automatic tensile tests with:
    • Control up to yield by:
      * Stress (method B to EN 6892-1)
      * Strain by using extensometer (method A1 to EN 6892-1)
      * Strain by using crosshead (method A2 to EN 6892-1)
    • Control after yield by grips’ separation
    • elaboration of tension test results: ReH, ReL, Rp, final elongation, etc. conforming to EN ISO 6892-1 and EN 15630-1
  • Download data to internal printer (optional) or to PC via RS 232 port or to USB memory stick
  • PC / network communication via Ethernet
  • Multi-coefficient linearization of the calibration curve for better accuracy at low loads thus avoiding the use of a second pressure transducer
  • Recording facility for up to 9 test profiles for each channel including: type of test (e.g. compression, flexural, splitting, elastic modulus, displacement control, tension), specimen size and shape, test speed and other general information. Each one of the recorded test profiles can be recalled automatically to save time.
  • Improved PID algorithm and multi PID selection. Up to three different PID settings can be tuned for each channel for a variety of materials (e.g. cylinder with neoprene pads, low strength specimens) and test methods (e.g ACV, flexure, elastic modulus, displacement control)
  • Compatible with the newly released DATAMANAGER software, E-Module, D-Control and UTS software packages, tailored for construction material testing laboratories, for remote control, real-time data acquisition and results calculation.
  • Peripheral devices integration with Link-LAB
  • Automatic load measurement verification procedure, by connecting suitable load cells and our digital readout unit to PC
  • Language selection (including Cyrillic and Chinese)
  • Unit selection (kN, ton, lbf)
  • USB port for firmware upgrade and safe backup of the original configuration data (PID, calibration, etc.), in case of loss and/or data corruption. The restore of the machine to the factory settings is easy avoiding the need of any technical support.

 

PHYSICAL SPECIFICATION TABLE

Model 50-A12F02/M (A12F12/M*)
A12F04/M (A12F14/M*)         
A42F02/M (A42F12/M*)
A42F04/M (A42F14/M*)
A52F02/M (A52F12/M*)
A52F04/M (A52F14/M*)
Capacity kN (lbf)1500 (330,000)2000 (450,000)3000 (660,000)
Max vertical daylight**, mm (inches)375 (14.7″)375 (14.7″)375 (14.7″)
Horizontal daylight, mm (inches)265 (10.4″)350 (13.8”)370 (14.6”)
Max. piston travel, mm (inches)50 (2″)50 (2″)50 (2″)
Upper platen dimensions, mm (inches)dia.165×30 (6.5″x1.2″) dia.165×30 (6.5″x1.2″)dia.165×30 (6.5″x1.2″)

Lower platen dimensions, mm

(inches)

dia. 250×30

(9.8″x1.2″)

dia.300×50

(11.8″x2″)***

dia.300×50

(11.8″x2″)***

Platen surface hardness55.5 HRC (600 HV)55.5 HRC (600 HV)55.5 HRC (600 HV)
Platens flatness toll, mm (inches)0.02 (0.0008″)0.02 (0.0008″)0.02 (0.0008″)
Overall dimensions, mm810x425x1085930x420x1530
(36.6″ x 16.5″ x 60.2″)
1020x475x1550
(40.16″ x 18.7″ x 61″)
Weight approx., kg2857401105


* These machines are calibrated in lbf unit.
**Use distance pieces conforming to the specimen size to avoid piston overtravel
*** With threaded centering hole to be used with distance pieces with threaded pin

Accessories
 
 
50-C0050/CAL
Special calibration of load digital readout unit assuring class 1 from 1% of testing machine full scale (maximum load)
 
50-SW/DM

DATAMANAGER PC software compatible with DIGIMAX, PILOT, AUTOMAX, PILOT PRO, AUTOMAX PRO and PRO-M. Suitable for remote control of the system (except DIGIMAX), data acquisition, processing and filing. LAN cable included.

 
50-C9080/68

Distance piece dia.200x68mm complete with both central centering pin for simple stacking up and two screws for solid fixing.          

 
55-C0222/H

Electronic universal extensometer/compressometer for cylinders, prisms and cubes. Suppied with short distance piece for use with prisms 40x40x160 mm and 2 elastic bands

 
55-C0221/E
Axial compression device for cylinder dia.150x300mm complete with two high precision LDT displacement transducer 10mm travel
 
50-SW/DC

D-Control software package for energy absorption, displacement/strain controlled tests.

 
50-SW/EM

E-MODULE software package for Elastic modulus and Poisson ratio determination.

 
50-Q60P/PRINT

Upgrading the AUTOMAX PRO and PILOT PRO series to incorporate a serial graphic printer in the rear panel allowing load/time plot (printing available for languages with latin charcters only)

 
50-C50/P1
Application of a magnetic switch to the safety guard (for automatic testers only). Suitable for automatic compression machines.
 
50-C9080
Distance piece dia 200 x 30 mm
 
50-C9080/30

Distance piece dia.200x30mm complete with both central centering pin for simple stacking up and two screws for solid fixing.                      

 
50-C9082
Distance piece dia 200 x 50 mm
 
50-C9080/50

Distance piece dia.200x50mm complete with both central centering pin for simple stacking up and two screws for solid fixing.          

50-C9083
Distance piece dia 200 x 68 mm
 
50-C9086
Distance piece dia 200 x 100 mm.
 
50-C9080/100

Distance piece dia.200x100mm complete with both central centering pin for simple stacking up and two screws for solid fixing.          

 
50-C10D/3F
Third frame facility for AUTOMAX series. Frame selection via display/PC.
 
50-C20E/4F
Fourth frame facility for AUTOMAX Multitest e and AUOTMAX PRO series. Frame selection via PC.
 
55-C0221/F
Axial compression device for cylinder dia.100x200mm complete with two high precision LDT displacement transducer 10mm travel
 
50-KLAB/E

LinK-LAB Enterprise laboratory connectivity package for machines controlled by PC via DATAMANAGER Software.

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