Archive of Category: ASTM Specifications

600kN Instron Model 600DX Universal Testing Machine

Instron 600DX Testing Machine Retrofitted by FBMS Frank Bacon Machinery remanufactured and upgraded this Instron 600DX to FB MTGenius material testing software. This machine was equipped with Instron 5500 series electronics that are no longer Read More

ASTM C633 Test Adhesion or Cohesion Strength of Thermal Spray Coatings

ASTM C633 is a standard test method used to evaluate the adhesion or cohesion strength of thermal spray coatings. By following a standardized procedure, this testing method ensures accurate and reliable results. In this blog Read More

Zwick Roell Z005 Foam Compression Test ASTM D3574 Retrofitted by Frank Bacon Machinery

What Is ASTM D3574? ASTM D3574 is a procedure used for tests of flexible polyurethane foams. Testing by ASTM D3574, displays a full outlook on the material's properties and abilities. This page introduces you to Read More

HOW TO ASTM D638 Test with Poisson’s Ratio Step by Step Guide

Step by Step ASTM D638 Test Poisson’s ratio Guide Cut or injection mold your material into one of the five “dumbbell” shapes specified in ASTM D638. The exact shape you use is dependent upon your Read More

ASTM D412 Step by Step How To Rubber Test

  What Is ASTM D412? ASTM D412 is a standard needed to test the tensile (tension) properties of vulcanized thermoset rubbers and thermoplastic elastomers. This process involves five main steps: Test material selection and preparation, Read More

Step by Step Guide to ASTM D638 Testing

If you’re an engineer, or work with plastics in anyway chances are you’ve heard of ASTM D638 testing. But what exactly is ASTM D638 and why should engineers be aware of it? ASTM D638 testing Read More

The Janka Wood Flooring Hardness Test ASTM D1037

Janka Test, Jank-a Hard! ASTM D1037 Janka Testing Are you wondering how to perform the Janka wood flooring hardness test per ASTM D1037? Look no further, engineers! You’ve come to the right place. We’ll break Read More

ASTM A615 Rebar – 300,000 lbf (1,500 kN) Capacity Riehle, Model PH-300, Hydraulic Tension and Compression Testing Machine

Check out this reconditioned 300,000 lbf (1,500 kN) Capacity Riehle, Model PH-300, Hydraulic Tension and Compression Testing Machine that Frank Bacon reconditioned.  The customer used this machine to test rebar using ASTM A615. The product Read More

Carbon Fiber Dog bone Specimens Cut on CNC Machining Center to ASTM D638 Type 1

   Check out how Frank Bacon uses a vacuum table to cut carbon fiber sheets to create dog bone specimens for testing. Contact Frank Bacon for your testing needs! 586-756-4280 Sales@frankbacon.com Read More

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