Shimpo’s manual test stands offer the ability to obtain accurate, consistent results without the high cost of a motorized system.

Our lever operated stands are ideal for rapid testing applications and the hand wheel stands are excellent for applications where more precise control is necessary.

Both the lever and the hand wheel stands are available in various capacities and can ensure accurate, consistent test results with the addition of a Shimpo Instruments digital or mechanical force gage.

Nearly all manufacturers’ gauges are compatible with Shimpo’s test stands for incredible versatility. These stands are designed for precision, balance, and durability. Therefore they are perfectly suited for measuring a limitless range of materials such as wire, spring, plastic, paper cord, tubing, glass and composites.

The Series FGS-100E Vertical, Motorized Force Test Stands combined with the Shimpo line of superior quality force gauges, create a complete force measurement system capable of handling the most precise testing applications.

The test stand’s all steel construction makes them remarkably rugged while performing with precision, providing the reliability to tackle a multitude of applications.

The FGS-100E’s possess simplified operation with their 7 button key-pad and emergency stop button, eliminating lengthy training typical of similar test stands. With four modes of operation (manual, jog, single cycle, continuous) various single tests or repetitive tests can be achieved and selected with the push of a button.

The user can quickly change the speed units displayed on the LCD from mm/min to inches/min to satisfy their test requirement or preference. With manually adjustable high and low stop limits, the test stands are designed for minimal time necessary to adjust for the next test. The FGS-100E motorized stands have a capacity rating of 110 lbs (50 kgf) in either fast [0.78-23.60 in/min (20-600 mm/min)] movement operation or slow speed [0.23-7.00 in/min (6-180 mm/min)] operation models. When connected to a Shimpo FGV Force Gauge, the gauge’s programmable overload setting is communicated to the test stand, allowing the stand to stop at the overload set point and prevent potential damage to the gauge’s sensor.

The FGS-VC Series Motorized Force Test Stands are designed to provide accurate and repeatable results for tension, compression, break and cycle performance tests in various applications.

A key feature is a SHIMPO exclusive: a precision made servo gear head and ball screw for precise movement control. The large measurement area plus tall 15.75” (400 mm) travel distance allow large, unique parts to be tested. A precise and consistent 0.40-15.75”/min (10-400mm/min) adjustable speed provides for slow tests or quick cycle load testing.

The simple keypad combined with the intuitive on screen operation guides the user through setting up each test. Users can perform standard tests in several automatic or manually selected modes as well as choose higher-end capabilities with the additional dwell time, adjustable acceleration, plus user-defined tests with up to 5 programmed set points.

The FGS-VC’s are flexible as they can be operated by the keypad or through a PC via the FGT-VC software which includes data collection, graphing and statistical analysis. The FGT-VC software program allows graphing of force versus distance and the ability to compare several tests on a single graph. Another great feature of the FGT-VC is the comparator mode which enables quick decision pass/fail determination, ideal for production line testing.

The FGS-VC’s can be equipped with various gripping and compression fixtures and are compatible with all Shimpo Force Gauges as well as most gauges on the market. These features make the new FGS-VC the ideal push/pull tester for the production line or QC lab.

Digital Force Gauges with 180° reversibledisplay & dual labeled keypad for both push,pull applications. The Series FGV-XY Force Gaugescombine a rugged, ergonomic and compact design to providea complete force testing instrument. These instruments areutilized in a variety of applications such as, incoming qualityinspection, finished goods testing, R&D or almost any portableor force stand testing requirement.

Onboard statistical calculations provide fast access to maximum,minimum, average and standard deviation data. The ToriemonUSB software and USB cable allow further data analysis on aPC. The 1,000 point memory allows for data exporting in realtime or after testing is complete. In addition, the RS-232C andanalog outputs provide the FGV-XY maximum communicationflexibility. Models are available from 0.5 lbs to 200 lb rangesproviding a large offering for various testing requirements. The180° reversible display combined with the adjustable forcedirection and dual labeled keypad enable the FGV-XY to excelin both compression and tension applications in any direction.

Typical applications include wallboard, wire pull, wire crimps,trigger pull, brake pedal, aerospace ceramic, springs, foodripeness, corrugated paper strength, blister pack, medicalcomponent, muscle strength, ergonomic testing, adhesives,syringe plunger, needle sharpness and many more.

Grips / Fixtures

At Beamar, we offer a wide selection of grips and fixtures designed for various testing applications such as tensile, compression, and flexural testing.

Types of available connections:

• Threaded or female eye connections of 5/8″ or 1.25″ (15.9 mm or 31.8 mm diameter), compliant with the standards of brands such as Lloyd Instruments, Chatillon, and Mark-10.

Multi-brand compatibility:
We also sell equipment —such as test stands, load cells, and force gauges— from these same brands to ensure compatibility with our grips and fixtures.

We also offer adapters that allow mounting our grips and fixtures on universal testing machines.

Not sure which accessory you need?
Our technical team is ready to assist you. We can help you identify the ideal grip, fixture, or adapter for your test stand or specific application.

Contact us for expert assistance in grips, fixtures, and adapters.

Specialized instruments for measuring a material’s resistance to deformation, essential for ensuring the durability and performance of metals, plastics, and other materials.

• Different scales available (Rockwell, Brinell, Vickers).
• Portable and laboratory models with high precision and repeatability.
• Used in the metalworking, automotive, aerospace, and component manufacturing industries

Not sure which equipment fits your needs?

Consult with one of our specialists for personalized advice. We’ll help you compare options, understand capabilities, and make the best decision.

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Horizontal Bench-Top Optical Comparator hb400

The HB400 Optical Comparator provides exceptional performance with a 16″ (400mm) diameter viewing screen, LED lighting, and 110lbs (50kg) workstage load capacity. Available with optical and/or video edge detection which removes operator subjectivity in locating edges of parts being measured. A bayonet style lens mounting system accepts a choice of six fixed interchangeable lenses as well as the OV2 Zoom or TOV2 fixed telecentric magnification video camera systems. Motorized stage, fully automatic CNC controls and swing-away lamp house are all optional features. This comparator provides performance previously only available with floor standing models.

HDV Horizontal Digital Video Comparators

The HDV Horizontal Digital Video Comparators combine the best features of a horizontal optical comparator and a vision metrology system. With a rigid steel design, the HDV is configured like a traditional horizontal comparator. The workstages are the same as the Starrett field-proven HB400 bench top and HF750 floor standing comparators, with a 110lb (50kg) and 330 lb (150kg) load capacities respectively. The heart of these systems centers on a uniquely designed interchangeable lens mounting system coupled to a hi-resolution color digital video camera (patent pending). These systems offer zoom optics or a choice of telecentric lenses for micron-level resolution and optical distortion as low as 0.001% for accurate field-of-view (FOV) measurements. Telecentric lenses provide a maximum field of view of up to 3 x 2.5″ (76.5 x 64mm). Stage movement can be related to the imported file allowing part comparison up to 12″ (300mm) on the HDV300, 16″ (400mm) on the HDV400, and up to 20″ (500mm) on the HDV500.

The HDV systems house a powerful 64-bit PC, which runs MetLogix™ M3 Metrology software. With M3 software, DXF CAD files can be imported and 2D “Go-No-Go” digital overlays can be developed directly from the CAD files. Video edge detection (VED) allows real-time interaction of the imported file with the video image of the part being inspected. Productivity, speed and accuracy are all enhanced. HDV300 and HDV400 systems are available in manual or CNC control, while the HDV500 CNC control is standard.

Indicators, displays, and densimeters are equipment designed to visualize and process measurement data clearly, precisely, and in real-time. They serve as the interface between sensors and the user, allowing for the interpretation of critical results for process control, parameter verification, and information traceability.

At Beamar, we have a wide variety of brands and models that adapt to different industrial and laboratory environments, ensuring that each client has the most suitable solution for their specific needs.

Quality and Integrity are Part of Our DNA.

Over half a century, Lloyd Instruments has designed and built high quality materials testing instruments for companies all over the world. We strive to provide our customers the very best user experience, and take| pride in working with each one to help tailor testing solutions to meet their specific needs.

To ensure you receive an accurate, reliable instrument of the highest quality, Lloyd Instruments test machines are designed and handcrafted at our factories in the United States in accordance with ISO 9001. The test machines are CE certified and supported by our global service centres in accordance to ISO 17025.

Quality and integrity are part of our DNA, and we would like to help make it a part of yours as well.

A Complete Testing Solution

The LD Series offers a complete testing solution. Extensive support after the purchase guarantees that you will have a working partner for as long as you own the instrument. With a testing solution from Lloyd Instruments you will get:

• Quality products

• Accuracy and consistency in your test results

• Flexibility to amend your machine to match new needs

• Adherent to international test methods such as ASTM and ISO

• Full range of grips, fixtures, safety shields and thermal chambers for all types of applications|

At Beamar, we offer a variety of high-quality load cells for measuring tension and compression forces. Available in different designs, these load cells are ideal for applications that require precision.

Not sure which load cell you need?
Our technical team is ready to assist you. We can help you identify the ideal load cell for your test stand or specific application.

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Precision in Performance:
In the world of material science and engineering, accurate and reliable testing is paramount to ensuring product safety, quality, and performance. The LSPlus Series universal testing machines from Lloyd Instruments are designed to excel in this crucial domain, offering a range of benefits that empower customers to conduct comprehensive material testing with ease.