ASTM - Top-of-the-Range Automatic Compression Testers for Cylinders 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.

 

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).

Label/Normering

  AASHTO T22‰ASTM C39

Technische specificaties

Technical Specifications

AUTOMAX PRO 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


Hardware

  • 524,000 points high-resolution/stability analog channels
  • 4 channels for load 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
  • RS 232 port for data downloading in ASCII format


Firmware

  • Execution of compression, flexure, indirect tensile, ACV tests in automatic mode with load rate controlled by a closed-loop P.I.D. system
  • Execution of loading ramps with the possibility to manually increase or decrease the test speed during the test
  • Pause command to maintain steady load can be enabled at a pre-set value before the test or as required while testing
  • Simultaneous display of load, specific load, actual load rate, load/time graph
  • Saving of the specimen failure type (to EN or ASTM) in the test results
  • 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, indirect tensile), specimen size and shape, load rate, test standard 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 3 different PID settings can be tuned for a variety of materials (e.g. cylinder with neoprene pads, low strength specimens) and test methods (e.g ACV, flexure, indirect tensile).
  • Compatible with the newly released Datamanager software, tailored for construction material testing laboratories, for real-time data acquisition, display and management
  • 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 (A12F12*)
A12F04 (A12F14*)               
A42F02 (A42F12*)
A42F04 (A42F14*)
A52F02 (A52F12*)
A52F04 (A52F14*)
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.165x30 (6.5"x1.2") dia.165x30 (6.5"x1.2")dia.165x30 (6.5"x1.2")

Lower platen dimensions, mm

(inches)

dia. 250x30

(9.8"x1.2")***

dia.300x50

(11.8"x2")***

dia.300x50

(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

 

 

Order nummers

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.                          

Accessoires & toebehoren

 

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-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-C9080: Distance piece dia 200 x 30 mm 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-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-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 Ph.

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.

: 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.