Instru-Met Corporation

Strength of Materials Test Equipment Company |Classic Tensile Tester Experts

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Instru-Met Tensile Testers

In-Depth Knowledge

We repair and calibrate every tensile tester on the market and have dismantled and examined countless machines. Our extensive technical experience allows us to understand what fails and why, enabling us to enhance the design and performance of our Tensile Testing Machines.

Tailored Solutions: With over 50 years of expertise, an in-house machine shop, and strong partnerships, our adaptability empowers us to tailor, tune, and build our tensile testers precisely to your specifications—mechanically, electrically, and operationally.


Unmatched 24-Month Warranty and Reliability

Industry-Leading Warranty: Our commitment to quality is backed by an industry-leading 24-month warranty on our tensile testers, setting a new standard for reliability.

Commitment to Repairs and No End of Life

At Instru-Met, we stand by our products for their entire lifespan!
No End-of-Life Policies: Unlike our competitors, we are committed to supporting your tensile testing equipment for as long as it’s in operation.
Continuous Upgrades: We’ll provide repairs, support, and offer upgrades to keep your machine at peak performance, ensuring your investment pays off for years to come.

Rapid Support

Fast Resolutions: Downtime can be costly, so we prioritize quick and efficient support for your tensile testing equipment.
24-Hour Solutions: In many cases, we can address issues on your Instru-Met machine within 24 hours, ensuring minimal disruption to your operations.

Guidance Every Step of the Way

End-to-End Assistance: We guide you through every step of the process, from selecting the right model to tailoring solutions to meet your specific needs.
Hands-On Experience: We invite you to visit us and try out our machines firsthand, leveraging our extensive testing knowledge to find a perfect fit for your requirements.

Save Money

Reduce Costs: You can use your existing grips and fixtures, passing on more savings to you! 
Trade-In Upgrades: Upgrade your existing frames and get the most value for your investment.

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How We Can Help You with Your End-of-Life Instron 5500

Instron 5542, 5543, 5544, 5545, 5565, 5567, 5587, and 5588 testing systems in phase 4

Is your Instron 5500 tensile testing machine reaching the end of its life? Don’t worry! We’re here to help you keep it running smoothly. Here are the steps we can take to assist you: 

1. Phone Diagnosis and Troubleshooting 📞🔧:

First, one of our trained service engineers will help diagnose the issue over the phone. We’ll walk you through basic troubleshooting steps to identify the problem.

2. On-Site Repairs and Calibrations 🛠️🚐:

If needed, we can come to your lab with all the necessary parts and fix your Instron 5500 on-site. Our engineers are equipped to handle most repairs quickly and efficiently. We also offer preventive maintenance and accredited calibrations to ensure your machine continues to operate at peak performance.

3. Parts Shipment📦🔍:

You can ship us parts for service. We provide comprehensive evaluation and troubleshooting of components to identify and resolve any issues. Alternatively, we can ship you tested parts from our warehouse for self-replacement.

We are confident we can fix your machine and keep it running for the rest of its life. Feel free to contact us for more information or to schedule a service. We’re committed to helping you get the most out of your equipment!

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ASTM E4 Force Calibration Service

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Pneumatic Side Action Grip Pinch Guards

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Clip on Extensometer 1 in Gauge Length

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Single Column Tensile Tester

This single column universal testing machine can perform all your tests quickly and accurately. Its versatile and compact frame design can test up to 1000 lbs. You can be testing within minutes. The single-column testing machine’s small size allows for easy placement on a table. Instru-Met offers grips in a variety of types and sizes for testing all types of materials. Contact us to find out more information!

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Tensile Tester Repair

Instru-Met repairs tensile and compression testers on-site as well as in our laboratory.  If you have a Universal Testing System that needs to be repaired or upgraded, we have been around since 1974.   Instru-Met works with manufacturers, testing labs, universities, companies and entrepreneurs in the United States, Mexico, Canada, Hungary and Europe.  

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Tensile Grips

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Tensile Tester Meter

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Universal Testing Machine Retrofit

Revive Older Material Test System Instron 1122

Upgrade Instron System

Do you have a testing machine in your lab that looks outdated or functions slow.  Well, Instru-Met can revive the older Instron™ Material Test Systems  to become a productive machine in your lab.  Our retrofit process consists of completely rewiring your test frame to accept a new controller and high resolution encoder for precise crosshead positioning and speed control.

Instron 1122 Rebuild

Instru-Met 1122 Modernized to New