Reliable and Efficient Testing

Repeatable

To ensure that results are repeatable when testing on a different day or by a different operator, the test conditions must always be the same.

• testXpert ensures that you are using identical test conditions through pre-defined machine configuration without any additional effort.
• Once the test programs have been created, all you need to do is load them and start testing immediately with the exact same settings.
• testXpert’s user management function reduces operator influence to a minimum.

Reproducible

To ensure that test results are comparable among different laboratories, they must be independent of the machine and operator.

testXpert reduces operator influence through automated functions: Specimen dimension measuring devices automatically transfer the measured values to testXpert; the testing software assumes the speed switching task according to standard and controls the extensometers and specimen grips. You can find additional examples in our maximum testing efficiency section.

With TENSTAND, the testXpert evaluation algorithms can be further validated through reference data sets from the NPL (National Physical Laboratory).

Traceable

With testXpert, you always know when who does what and why, and who is responsible.

• The traceability feature in testXpert provides comprehensive, tamper-proof documentation of all actions and changes that occurred. The option ensures 100% traceable results and meets FDA 21 CFR Part 11 specifications.
• By establishing specific user rights, you can determine who is responsible for what. You can also use it to assign and electronic signature.
• In addition, synchronous video recordings of the complete test process document the specimen behavior.
• Condition Monitoring allows you to document the status of your test equipment in terms of calibration, overload situations and maintenance.
• Trend Analysis provides statistical longterm evaluation of your test data and allows you to recognize possible deviations early on.

Reduced training effort

Reduce the time needed to train users through implementation of a single software solution for all your applications, as well as simple and intuitive operation.

testXpert covers not only your applications, but also all of your testing instruments and machines, while ensuring simple operation and a clearly laid out workflow and user interface.

Through the user management feature, testXpert can be further simplified for new or untrained personnel, allowing them to use the software right away without extensive training efforts. The user only sees relevant operating elements and can therefore be fully focused on his tasks.

Work with standard-compliant test programs

Save yourself the time-consuming task of analyzing standards: work with guaranteed standard-compliant test programs. testXpert assumes the work and you can start testing right away.

In standard test programs, standards are already prepared in such a way that you only need to specify a few selection parameters. Whether ISO, ASTM, DIN, JIS or others – testXpert knows all relevant standards. Your tests are 100% standard compliant. If the standard changes, these changes are quickly implemented in our standard test programs in the form of an upgrade.

Even when it comes to your own company standards, the test programs can save you time: on request, we will integrate your individualized requirements into a customized test program created specifically for you.

Reduce preparation time

Reduce the time required for test preparation through easily accessible guaranteed repeatable test conditions. testXpert system configurations store your testing machine settings together with the application. When opening the test method, these are automatically loaded in the background. You can easily save the time required for measuring and setting tool separation distances and crosshead positions, as well as sensor settings.

The system configuration sets up identical test conditions automatically. This reduces the possibility of errors that may occur when the testing machine is set up on a different day or by a different user, which would also cost a lot of valuable time if retesting becomes necessary.

Shift your management task responsibilities to Condition Monitoring

Let testXpert take administrative tasks off your hands: use additional tools that save time when it comes to managing your machine.

testXpert’s Condition Monitoring reminds you of upcoming maintenance and provides an overview of the condition of your testing machine(s) at any time.

All machine-specific data is stored in a local database and is accessible through the machine dashboard and a web browser. This includes necessary maintenance tasks, sensors and accessories. It can also be used to evaluate trends such as machine usage and machine and sensor conditions.

Automate processes

Automated processes save the user time. In addition, automated systems work faster and more efficiently than human testers, which leads to accelerated process completion and increased productivity. When performing a tensile test, it takes up to 35% less time with a semi-automated machine — automated specimen measurement, specimen grip, extensometer, and software functions — when compared to manual testing machine equipment. And this is without the need for a robot.

The testing software allows you to automate the following procedures during the test:

• Specimen measurement: Automatic transfer of the specimen dimension to the software, instead of manual reading and manual input.
• Automatic extensometers don’t require operators. The testing software assumes all tasks, from setting the initial gauge length, to attaching and detaching according to the defined events, to returning to the start position.
• Do you test in a temperature chamber? It can also be fully and automatically controlled via the testing software: temperature control, automatic start after pre-conditioning, ramps during the test, control factors, etc.
• Automatic specimen grips are controlled by the software and require less user interaction.

Reduce error sources

• Automatic import and export options are helpful for data input, data processing and data output. They reduce error sources and required data entry steps. Data that is normally entered manually now originates from a ERP, LIMS, QA, or CAQ system, or are read in using a barcode scanner. In the same way, the data is restored or exported to automatically generated test reports.
• The more clearly laid out the workflow is, the less errors will occur. For example, running a test in testXpert requires less than five mouse clicks. Easy to understand images, clearly presented graphics and practical mouseovers provide additional support for the operator and reduce incorrect entries. Irrelevant dialog boxes are automatically hidden.
• Define user rights. Design them in such a way that the user does not run the risk of making significant changes to the test sequence.
• Here again, automated systems are helpful (see previous section). They are less prone to errors, because they reduce user influence or can also exclude it altogether.

Flexible analysis

Analyze your test results independently of the testing machine at your desk. This way the machine is open for use while you carry out your analysis and it gives you more freedom in terms of planning processes— analyze when the time suits your daily routine.

testXpert can be installed on any number of PCs within your company, and therefore conveniently at your desk. You simply work in testXpert without needing access to the testing machine and evaluate your results. You can also easily prepare test programs from your PC,

while utilization of the testing machine is maximized.

Analyze more efficiently

The analysis process is significantly faster if the test results are provided and processed by the testing software in a centralized manner.

Our new analysis platform testXpert Analytics accesses a central database with prepared analyses, and provides you access to all your testing and machine data. For example, through the Test Data Management feature, which immediately provides comprehensive evaluations of all test results. Or Trend Analysis, which provides a longterm evaluation of the individual test data.

It is no longer necessary to export data to Excel, merge it manually and subsequently analyze it. The prepared analyses can be used directly in testXpert. This again saves time and reduces errors.

Minimize translation efforts

International teams may be faced with uncertainties stemming from language differences. To achieve mutual understanding, a lot of time can be wasted on translations. This can be avoided.

With the testXpert language swap function, all terms, instructions and results can be displayed in the desired language with just a click. This makes it much easier for international teams to communicate with each other.

Not only the test process changes to the chosen language. Test reports can also be easily exported in another language in the form of a PDF file.