NG-EML Series B – Dual Column Bench Top Universal Testing Machine (100 N – 10 kN)

This system is primarily used as a precision universal testing platform for measuring how materials respond to load. In a materials testing lab, it supports tensile, compression, flexural, and cyclic testing from 100 N to 10 kN, giving teams reliable data for strength, modulus, yield behavior, elongation, peak load, and break performance across metals, plastics, composites, films, foams, wire, and other engineered materials.

Its dual-column bench-top design is well suited for labs that need stronger frame stability and controlled alignment in a compact footprint. That makes it a strong fit for routine quality control, product development, material comparison, and academic instruction. With the right grips, fixtures, sensors, and GenTest software, it can be set up for both standardized test methods and application-specific workflows.

If you're matching this tester to your materials and specimen geometry, learn more or request a quote.

This load range is a strong fit for low- to mid-force material testing across a wide mix of specimen types. It is well suited for rubber and elastomers, plastic films, engineering plastics, reinforced composites, thin sheet metal, wire, soft metals, adhesives, foam, paper-based materials, wood products, textiles, biomaterials, and small components. It can also be configured for many high-strength alloys and prepreg applications when the specimen and force requirement fall within the selected setup.

The right match depends on the actual break force, specimen geometry, elongation, and the grips or fixtures needed for the method. Very delicate samples may be better served by a lower-capacity frame, while heavier metal sections or higher-force structural work usually call for a larger system. For application-specific setups, we also offer grips and fixtures for tensile, compression, flexural, peel, and related tests.

When determining the optimal configuration for your samples, learn more or request a quote. If you share your material, specimen geometry, and target test force, we can help match the right setup.

This universal testing machine is available in 100 N, 200 N, 500 N, 1 kN, 2 kN, 5 kN, and 10 kN configurations. That gives you a practical range for low- to medium-force tensile, compression, and flexural testing in a dual-column bench-top system.

The best force capacity depends on your expected peak load, specimen behavior, fixture mass, and the level of measurement sensitivity you need. A properly matched load cell helps you maintain better control and more useful data across the working range. This system also supports calibrated load cells for both tension and compression testing.

If you’re selecting between capacities, learn more or request a quote. If you share your material, expected break load, and fixture requirements, we can help match the right configuration.

This dual-column bench-top universal testing machine is built for a wide range of low- to medium-force specimen types. Typical applications include rubber and elastomers, flexible films, engineering plastics, reinforced composites, thin sheet metal, soft metals, wire, high-strength alloys, prepregs, adhesives, foam, paper-based materials, wood products, textiles, biomaterials, flexible electronic substrates, and small components. It also supports tensile, compression, flexural, and cyclic testing when the system is configured for the method and sample involved.

The right setup is driven mainly by specimen geometry, expected force range, gripping method, and whether you need strain or bend measurement. Thin films and elastomers usually require different holding solutions than wire, sheet stock, rigid plastics, or small formed parts, which is why this frame is commonly paired with application-specific grips and fixtures for NextGen universal testing machines.

When determining the optimal configuration for your samples, learn more or request a quote. If you share your material, specimen geometry, and test method, we can match the right grips, load cell, and measurement setup.

Before grips or other fixtures are installed, this universal testing machine provides 1090 mm (42.9 in) of usable test height and 420 mm (16.5 in) of test width between the columns. That is the base working envelope for the frame before any tensile, compression, or flexural tooling is added.

Once you add a load cell, grips, platens, bending supports, or an extensometer, the remaining test space is reduced by the total stack-up of those components. For that reason, the usable clearance for your test method should be sized around the full setup, not just the open frame dimensions. If needed, this machine can be paired with grips and fixtures matched to your specimen geometry and application.

Need to confirm the right test space for your samples and tooling? learn more or request a quote, and we can help match the frame, load cell, and fixture package to your application.

Operators can run custom ramp, hold, waveform, and cyclic test sequences on this system through GenTest software. The platform supports step-based sequence building, so users can create and save repeatable methods for tensile, compression, flexural, and cyclic testing instead of relying only on fixed templates.

The sequence structure can be tailored around the control mode, specimen behavior, and any connected accessories. Compatible devices such as extensometers, pneumatic grip controls, and thermal chambers can be tied into the workflow, which is useful when a test needs more than a simple single-stage load application.

To align a custom loading profile with your method, learn more about this system or request a quote. If you share your material, specimen geometry, and control approach, we can help define the right sequence setup.

This system supports tensile, compression, flexural, and cyclic test modes. Its closed-loop controller manages force, displacement, and strain together, which allows the machine to handle routine static testing as well as programmed cyclic sequences within the selected configuration.

Through GenTest software, operators can run method-based setups for tensile, compression, flexural, cyclic, and custom procedures. The final test setup depends on the specimen type, load cell, extensometer, and installed grips and fixtures. With the right accessories, the frame can also be configured for application-specific methods such as 3-point or 4-point bending, compression platen testing, wire testing, and other specialized workflows.

If you’re aligning this machine with a specific test method, learn more or request a quote. Share your material, specimen geometry, and test standard, and we can recommend the right load cell, grips, fixtures, and software setup.

Our direct-drive servo system improves crosshead motion by delivering smoother power transmission with lower vibration and less mechanical backlash than reducer-based drive layouts. In this machine, that translates into steadier crosshead travel, better low-speed control for displacement-sensitive tests, and cleaner acceleration and deceleration during ramp, cyclic, and return movements.

Repeatability improves because the drive system works together with preloaded ball screws, dual guide rails, and optical encoder feedback to keep motion consistent across the full stroke. That tighter motion control helps maintain alignment, reduces mechanical clearance, and supports more repeatable displacement and force transmission from one test to the next, especially when you are measuring modulus, yield, peak load, or other results that depend on stable crosshead positioning.

To align this with your testing method, learn more or request a quote. If you share your material, specimen geometry, and test speed range, we can help configure the right setup.

Class 0.5 accuracy helps this universal testing machine deliver tighter force measurement performance, which matters when you need dependable yield, modulus, peak load, and break data. The 1200 Hz control and sampling architecture lets the system respond quickly to changes in force, displacement, and strain, so the crosshead stays more stable and the data stream captures fast events more cleanly. Together, those two features improve repeatability and give you more confidence in test-to-test consistency.

The biggest benefit shows up in methods where control quality directly affects the result, such as low-force tensile work, modulus calculations, multi-stage loading, cyclic routines, and tests where the material behavior changes suddenly near yield or failure. A faster closed-loop update rate helps limit control lag, while the higher accuracy class supports more trustworthy force values across the machine’s intended working range.

To align this with your testing method, review the machine configuration and GenTest software, or request a quote for the right load cell, extensometer, and fixture setup.

This system is built for standards-based tensile, compression, flexural, shear, and related material testing with GenTest method templates covering ASTM, ISO, GB/T, and EN workflows. For the NG-EML Series B, the standards explicitly supported across testing, verification, and software setup include ASTM D412, ASTM D638, ASTM D790, ASTM E4, ASTM E8, ASTM E21, ISO 37, ISO 178, ISO 2439, ISO 527, ISO 604, ISO 6892, ISO 6892-1, ISO 7500, ISO 7500-1, ISO 1184, plus GB/T 16825.1 and GB/T 228.

The exact method set you will run depends on the specimen type, grips or fixtures, extensometer choice, and the control and calculation sequence required by your test standard. GenTest loads the method structure, live channels, calculations, and reporting logic around the selected workflow, which is especially useful when your procedure calls for results such as yield, modulus, elongation, or break values.

To align this with your testing method, review the machine and GenTest software, or request a quote with your standard, specimen geometry, and fixture requirements.

For quality systems, we support this universal testing machine with traceable calibration certificates tied to force verification, plus accuracy checks for extensometers and displacement measurement. Depending on your configuration and documentation scope, the record set can be aligned with ASTM E4 and ISO 7500-1 for force verification, ASTM E83 and ISO 9513 for extensometer calibration, ASTM E1012 for frame alignment, and ANSI/NCSL Z540 traceability requirements.

For day-to-day traceability, GenTest software supports customizable reports, export of raw and processed data, and built-in test logs that record parameters, system states, user actions, and abnormal events. That gives QC and lab teams a cleaner link between calibration evidence, operator activity, and test records.

To align this with your quality system, learn more about this setup or request a quote for the calibration scope, sensors, and documentation package that matches your method and audit requirements.

This bench-top universal testing machine needs a footprint of 30.3 x 25.2 in and an overall height of 66.9 in, so the installation area should accommodate the frame plus operator clearance for specimen loading and service access. Because the machine weighs 595 lb, it should be placed on a rigid bench or stand designed for that load. Electrical requirement is single-phase 220 V, plus or minus 10%, 50/60 Hz, with 1 kW power supply capacity. Recommended operating conditions are +5 to +40 C, with 10% to 90% relative humidity at 20 C, non-condensing, and installation altitude up to 2000 m.

Space planning should also reflect the test configuration. Items such as grips, fixtures, protective shielding, extensometers, a frame-mounted touchscreen, or connected accessories can increase the working envelope and change front or side access needs, so it is best to leave extra clearance around the test area instead of sizing only to the base footprint.

To align the installation with your testing method, learn more or request a quote. If you share your specimen size, fixtures, and any extensometer or chamber requirements, we can help confirm the right layout and power setup.

Series B sits in the middle of this lineup. It steps up from Series A by moving from a single-column bench-top frame to a dual-column bench-top frame, with higher capacity, greater frame stiffness, a much wider test area, and longer vertical travel. That makes Series B the better fit when you need more stability and room than Series A, but do not need to move into larger medium-force or high-force systems.

Series C carries the dual-column concept further, covering 5 kN to 50 kN and offering both bench-top and floor-standing configurations, along with additional test-space options. Series D is the heavy-duty floor-standing platform for 50 kN to 1000 kN applications and larger specimen or fixture setups. If your testing falls within 100 N to 10 kN and you want a compact bench-top universal testing machine for tensile, compression, flexural, or cyclic work, Series B is usually the best balance of footprint, rigidity, and force range.

If you’re comparing frame sizes for a specific method, learn more or request a quote. Share your load range, specimen dimensions, and whether you need a bench-top or floor-standing setup, and we will match the right Series A, B, C, or D configuration to your application.

Pneumatic grips can be controlled from the machine interface when this tester is configured with pneumatic grips and the optional digital pressure control module. That setup lets operators set clamping pressure and actuate the grips directly through the system controls, which is useful when you need repeatable gripping without over-clamping delicate specimens.

Control goes beyond basic open and close functions. Upper and lower grips can be managed independently for loading and alignment, and the system applies safety logic so grip actuation only occurs in an appropriate operating state. The handheld remote also supports grip open and close functions, and compatible pneumatic grip control can be integrated into the GenTest workflow.

To match pneumatic grip control to your specimens and workflow, learn more about this system or review our grips and fixtures for NextGen Universal Testing Machines (UTMs). If you are planning a specific setup, request a quote and we can help configure the grip controller and jaw style for your application.

This system is compatible with a broad range of grips and fixtures for tensile, compression, flexural, shear, peel, and puncture testing. Common options include wedge grips for higher-load metal and composite work, pneumatic grips for fast repeatable clamping, side-action grips for general-purpose testing, self-tightening and eccentric roller grips for deformable or low-friction materials, flexural fixtures for 3-point and 4-point bending, and compression platens or cages for compression setups.

The right combination depends on your specimen geometry, material behavior, expected force range, and test method. On the NG-EML Series B, usable test space can also change with the grip style, load cell, fixture setup, and installed accessories, so fixture selection should match both the sample and the machine configuration.

For guidance on selecting the right setup, review the NG-EML Series B and our grips and fixtures, or request a quote with your material, specimen dimensions, and test method.

This universal testing machine can export test data and charts for quality documentation when it is used with GenTest software. The software handles test setup, live acquisition, analysis, reporting, and export, and it supports raw data and chart output in CSV, Excel, PDF, PNG, and SVG formats.

It also supports standardized reports with tables and graphs, which is useful for QA records, batch review, and audit-ready documentation. Depending on your workflow, you can generate fixed-layout PDF reports for formal records or export Excel and CSV files for spreadsheet analysis, LIMS handoff, or additional internal review.

To align this with your quality documentation workflow, learn more about this system or request a quote and we can help match the reporting and export setup to your test method and record-keeping requirements.

GenTest gives this universal testing machine one software environment for test setup, machine control, live data capture, analysis, and reporting. For setup, we use method-based workflows with prebuilt templates and editable step sequences, so the software can define control steps, operator inputs, live channels, calculations, and report format from the start of the test. That helps keep routine QC work and custom lab methods consistent from one operator to the next.

For analysis, GenTest displays live curves during the run and automatically calculates key results after the test, including values such as yield, ultimate strength, modulus, and elongation when the selected method is configured for them. For reporting, it supports standardized report templates with tables and graphs, plus export options that fit common Word and Excel documentation workflows.

To align the software with your test method and specimen setup, explore GenTest software or learn more about this tester. If you need a matched frame, fixtures, and software package, request a quote.

We offer an optional interlocked safety shield for fragment containment on this universal testing machine. It is designed to improve operator protection during testing, especially where specimens can snap, shatter, or release debris at failure.

The shield is an enclosed design with a rigid aluminum frame and clear high-impact polycarbonate panels for visibility during the test. Its door-locking system is tied into the control logic, so machine motion is restricted when the shield is open. That makes it a strong fit for tensile and other destructive test methods where break behavior can be abrupt.

If you need to verify the right protection setup for your specimens, learn more or request a quote. If you share your material, specimen geometry, and test method, we can help match the shield and fixture configuration to your application.

This system is built with layered protection for both the operator and the test frame. It uses real-time collision monitoring to stop motion if it sees an abnormal force spike, obstruction, or sudden specimen failure. Overload protection includes a hardware stop at 103% of rated force capacity, and overtravel is controlled through user-set stroke limits plus mechanical end-stop switches. It also includes emergency stop functions, sensor range monitoring, and handheld controller safeguards such as grip lockout, overload prevention, and return-to-origin to reduce setup mistakes.

For added operator protection, we can configure the machine with an enclosed safety shield that helps contain broken specimen fragments. That option includes a door lock and software interlock so machine motion is restricted when the shield is open. Guided workflows in GenTest software also help standardize setup steps and reduce operator-to-operator variation.

To align this with your testing method, learn more about this configuration or request a quote for the right safety, shielding, and control options for your specimens and fixtures.

Routine maintenance access on this bench-top frame is centered around the main drive and control areas. The machine uses a slide-mounted controller module and removable protective covers, so the routine inspection points most labs check regularly are easier to reach without major teardown. That generally includes the belt drive, motor area, sensors, and electronics for visual inspection and service access.

If your system includes added guarding or application-specific accessories, the access path can vary slightly with the installed configuration. For day-to-day upkeep, the key point is that the frame is designed to keep periodic inspection straightforward while maintaining the machine’s built-in safety architecture. An optional enclosed shield can also be fitted, with interlocked operation when the door is open.

Need to confirm the maintenance access for your exact setup? You can learn more or request a quote, and we can help match the frame, guarding, and accessories to your service workflow.

We handle calibration as a complete measurement-system service, not just a basic force check. For this tester, that means verifying the force channel, checking displacement accuracy, and calibrating any installed extensometer or strain-measurement device so the system is ready for traceable routine testing. We can schedule this work during installation or as part of ongoing service, and annual recertification is the standard interval many labs use to maintain accuracy and audit readiness.

Typical calibration coverage includes:

• force verification for the load cell and machine force system, commonly aligned with ASTM E4 and ISO 7500-1 requirements
• displacement-channel checks for crosshead or related travel measurement accuracy
• extensometer verification for the installed device, with calibration support aligned with ASTM E83 and ISO 9513 where required
• traceable calibration documentation for your quality records and method control

To align this with your testing method, load cell, and extensometer setup, you can learn more or request a quote.

We can provide operator training during setup for this universal testing machine. Our installation service covers system setup, physical and electrical connections, mounting the supplied fixtures and transducers, and checking proper operation. Basic startup training can be included during that visit, so your team can begin using the machine safely and correctly from day one.

For the NG-EML Series B, operator training typically focuses on safe use, major system components, fixture and accessory installation, and basic software operation. The frame also includes built-in safety functions, and GenTest supports guided setup, step-by-step test configuration, and flexible control through the PC, remote console, or optional touchscreen PC. Training scope is usually shaped by your fixtures, sensors, software, and operator count.

If you are planning a new installation or operator rollout, learn more and request a quote with your test methods, fixtures, and training needs so we can align the startup scope to your lab.

We support this universal testing machine well beyond installation. That includes long-term after-sales technical support, a comprehensive warranty package, and ongoing help throughout the life of the system. Most day-to-day issues can be handled through remote troubleshooting, and when on-site service is needed, we coordinate with certified local partners working under our guidance.

For labs that need to maintain performance and traceability, we also provide professional calibration services for the NG-EML Series, along with installation and operator training. Support after startup often centers on calibration intervals, test method setup, fixtures, sensors, and software workflow, so we can tailor service to how your machine is actually being used.

If you want to line up the right long-term support plan for your lab, learn more about this system or contact us to discuss service, calibration, or application-specific support.

Spare parts and consumables are available for the NG-EML Series B, and we keep commonly needed replacement items in stock to help reduce downtime. That includes items such as grips, extensometer accessories, load cells, bearings, belts, seals, and electronic modules used across NG-EML platforms.

The right replacement package depends on your machine configuration, especially the installed load cell, grips or fixtures, extensometer setup, and any optional accessories. If you need replacement tooling or specimen-specific hardware, you can also review our grips and fixtures for NextGen universal testing machines.

Need to confirm the right spare parts for your setup? learn more or request a quote, and share your frame capacity, installed grips, and sensor package so we can match the correct components quickly.

NextGen Material Testing offers a comprehensive range of high-precision grips and fixtures specifically designed for use with NG-EML Series Universal Testing Machines. These accessories enable accurate and repeatable tensile, compression, flexural, shear, peel, and puncture testing across a wide range of materials, including metals, plastics, composites, rubber, and wood.

The available solutions include:

• Wedge grips for high-load metal and composite testing (ASTM E8, ISO 6892)
• Pneumatic grips for fast, repeatable clamping of soft and flexible specimens
• Side-action grips with interchangeable jaw faces for general-purpose applications
• Self-tightening and eccentric roller grips for deformable or low-friction materials
• Flexural fixtures for 3-point and 4-point bending (ASTM D790, C393, D6272)
• Compression platens and cages for ASTM D695 and other compression tests
• Snubbing grips for cable and wire testing using the capstan method
• Threaded grips for bolt and nut tensile verification (ASTM F606)
• Specialized fixtures for tear, peel, puncture, delamination, and wood testing (ASTM D143, D2344, D3167, etc.)

Each fixture is engineered for optimal load alignment, high-strength durability, and full compliance with ASTM, ISO, and other global testing standards. From basic clamping to advanced high-capacity or component-specific testing, these fixtures are designed to support consistent performance across all NG-EML Series UTM configurations.

Yes, NextGen Material Testing Inc. offers professional calibration services for all NG-EML Series Universal Testing Machines, including Series A, B, C, and D. These services are designed to maintain compliance with international standards such as ASTM E4, ISO 7500-1, ASTM E8, and ISO/IEC 17025:2017.

As a general industry requirement, universal testing machines must be calibrated annually to ensure ongoing accuracy and traceability. Our calibration services are performed by certified technicians and qualified engineers, either during initial installation or as part of routine equipment servicing.

Calibration includes:

• Verification of force measurement systems
• Accuracy checks of extensometers and displacement systems
• Issuance of traceable calibration certificates aligned with ASTM and ISO standards

Alongside calibration, we also provide on-site installation and training, including system setup, mechanical and electrical checks, operational testing, and software introduction for up to three users.

Yes, all NG-EML Series UTMs from NextGen Material Testing Inc. are designed to comply with key international standards, including ASTM E4, ISO 7500-1, ASTM E8, and ISO 6892. These standards ensure that the systems meet the highest levels of accuracy, repeatability, and reliability for force measurement and material testing.

Additionally, NextGen offers full certification and calibration services for both in-house and third-party testing equipment. We work closely with ISO/IEC 17025:2017-accredited partners to support certification under a wide range of international standards such as:

• ASTM E4 – Force verification for universal testing machines

• ISO 7500-1 – Verification of force-measuring systems in tension/compression testing

• ASTM E83 and ISO 9513 – Calibration of extensometers and strain measurement devices

• ASTM E1012 – Alignment verification for load frames

• ANSI/NCSL Z540-1-1994 – Calibration system accuracy and traceability

• NADCAP – For aerospace/defense sector certification (with alignment fixtures available to meet NASM 1312B and ASTM E1012 coaxiality requirements)

All NG-EML Series machines are powered by GenTest™ – an advanced data acquisition and control software platform engineered for precision mechanical testing across a wide range of materials and applications.

Key features include:

• Preloaded test methods compliant with ASTM, ISO, GB/T, EN, and DIN standards, organized by application type for quick selection

• A modern, intuitive interface with real-time graphing, live data acquisition, and streamlined navigation for both new and experienced users

• Advanced analysis tools, such as recalculation, zoomable charts, curve overlays, and multi-batch comparisons

• Full support for modular accessories, including extensometers, thermal chambers, strain sensors, and pneumatic grips

• Customizable test reports, automated result calculations, and export options in Excel, PDF, CSV, and image formats

• Real-time sample protection logic, voice-guided testing prompts, multilingual support, and remote demonstration mode

• Integrated expression builders, step-based sequencing, waveform generation (e.g., ramp, hold, sine), and automated fixture control

GenTest makes sure that all NG-EML models are fully compliant, easy to use, and give accurate data output, whether they are used in quality control labs or research and development settings.

If you would like to learn more about this software, please visit the official GenTest™ software page.

Yes — NG‑EML Series machines are supported by a robust stocked consumables and spare parts program designed for maximum uptime:

• We maintain an extensive inventory of critical consumables — including grips (manual, pneumatic, hydraulic), extensometer accessories, load cells, bearings, belts, seals, and electronic modules — tailored to bench-top and floor-standing UTM platforms.
• Spare parts are NIST‑traceable, factory‑calibrated, and ready for quick shipment, eliminating extended lead times.
• For higher‑wear items like seal kits or grips, we offer bulk reorder options, making them easy to stock in your lab.
• All parts are plug-and-play compatible with GenTest™ equipped systems, ensuring a hassle-free installation—no technician visit required.
• Replacement orders are filled from regional warehouses, guaranteeing fast delivery worldwide and keeping your machines operational.
• If a rare or specialized component is needed, NextGen will expedite sourcing and shipping, so you're never left waiting.

This guarantees that you can quickly and easily get the parts you need for your UTM investment, exactly when you need them.

Each NG-EML Series machine comes backed by NextGen's Lifetime Product Support Advantage, ensuring long-term technical assistance for the lifetime of the system. From pre-sale consultation to post-installation support, our goal is to provide comprehensive service that aligns with your needs.

NextGen offers both remote and in-person technical support:

• Over 95% of technical issues are resolved remotely through guided troubleshooting, reducing downtime and eliminating the need for service visits in most cases.

• If on-site assistance is required, NextGen coordinates with certified local partners in your region. These partners work under our direct guidance to resolve the issue quickly and effectively.

• Our equipment is supported globally, and its standardized design allows qualified labs familiar with material testing systems to service the equipment with ease.

If you’d like to learn more, feel free to contact us directly or request a quote for a technical support inquiry.

The NG-EML Series Universal Testing Machines are designed with ultimate user-friendliness in mind, making them suitable for both experienced professionals and first-time operators. Every model—whether bench-top or floor-standing—comes equipped with an intuitive, icon-driven interface via the GenTest™ software. This platform supports:

• Preloaded test method templates (ASTM, ISO, GB/T, EN) to reduce setup time

• Step-by-step test configuration with guided prompts

• Real-time graphing and visual feedback for easy monitoring

• Multilingual interface and voice-guided operation, minimizing the learning curve

• Handheld touchscreen remote controller (3.5”) with jog wheel and core control functions like start/stop, return-to-origin, and grip actuation

• Optional industrial touchscreen PC for fully independent control without a computer

In addition, the system allows for rapid accessory changes through a plug-and-test interface, eliminating the need for manual calibration or setup when switching grips or extensometers.

Whether installed in a production lab or research environment, NG-EML machines deliver a seamless and straightforward testing experience for any user level.