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Meet the New NG-EML Series Electromechanical UTMs from NextGen

18 July 2025

Looking for a reliable electromechanical universal testing machine that fits your lab’s needs – whether compact and precise or built for heavy-duty performance? At NextGen Material Testing, we’ve just relaunched our NG-EML Series – a refined family of electromechanical UTMs […]

8 Reasons to Choose a Trusted Supplier for Material Testing Equipment

13 July 2025

Whether you’re just starting a materials testing lab or looking to upgrade your existing setup, one of the biggest challenges is choosing the right equipment—and knowing where to buy it. The reality is that testing machines are critical for guaranteeing […]

Most Common Standards for Impact Testing

30 June 2025

In the field of material testing, there are thousands of standards, each of which has been developed for a particular material type, testing method, or application. These standards are more than just guidelines—they establish strict technical requirements that must be […]

5 Reasons Impact Testing Is a Must for Exterior Automotive Components

22 June 2025

Thousands of road accidents occur each day on a global scale. Some of them are inconsequential, while others result in severe vehicle damage or personal injury. In all these situations, the exterior parts of a vehicle are the first to […]

Drop Weight Testing: Everything You Need to Know

11 June 2025

Safety advice is found everywhere—from using electronics to taking the elevator, it’s part of daily routines. When people think of safety measures, the image of a hard hat often appears first. However, not every hard object worn on the head […]

Is It Worth Calibrating Your UTM to ASTM E4 Standards

31 May 2025

Every laboratory and facility in the material testing industry is perpetually trying to maintain a competitive edge. Each laboratory seeks to surpass its competitors in terms of operational errors, improved client reporting, higher testing accuracy, or faster turnaround times. But […]

Looking to Certify or Calibrate Your Material Testing Equipment?

28 May 2025

Have you noticed that your material testing equipment has started giving inconsistent or unreliable results? Or perhaps you need to meet international testing standards and obtain official certification in order to work with larger clients or pass an upcoming audit? […]

Overview of NG-EML Single Column Universal Testing Machine (50N–5kN)

22 May 2025

Here at NextGen Material Testing, we offer a comprehensive range of universal testing machines designed to match the needs of modern laboratories and production facilities. It is the purpose of this article to introduce our compact bench-top solution – the […]

Understanding ASTM E83 and ISO 9513 Standards for Extensometers and COD Gages

30 April 2025

Precise strain and displacement measurement is fundamental to mechanical and material testing. Whether measuring metal tensile strength or analyzing crack propagation in polymers, the accuracy of extensometers and COD (Crack Opening Displacement) gages plays a critical role in obtaining valid […]

What Is ISO/IEC 17025 and Why Does It Matter for Your Testing Lab

28 April 2025

Testing and calibration require accuracy and reliability. Laboratories must follow strict standards to demonstrate that they are capable of producing valid results. One of the most important standards in this field is ISO/IEC 17025. This international standard defines the requirements […]

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