Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT) has unveiled the TA Instruments™ ElectroForce™ Apex 1, a new mechanical testing instrument designed to help laboratories streamline tensile and fatigue testing of advanced polymers and composites. With enhanced automation, speed, and ease of use, this system reduces operator workload while ensuring reliable results.
A smart solution for modern laboratories
Laboratories across medical device, aerospace, automotive, and additive manufacturing industries rely on mechanical testing to develop durable, high-performance materials. The ElectroForce Apex 1 simplifies these processes with automated tuning, improved motor control, and intelligent data acquisition, allowing lab managers to maximize efficiency while reducing training requirements.
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How the ElectroForce Apex 1 benefits lab managers:
- Reduces Training Time – Automated tuning eliminates complex setup.
- Increases Testing Speed – 30% faster performance accelerates material validation.
- Enhances Safety & Reliability – Break-stop capabilities enable unsupervised overnight testing.
- Optimizes Data Management – Smart data acquisition prevents storage overload.
- Supports Sustainable Material Testing – Facilitates research into high-performance, eco-friendly materials.
"As manufacturers pivot towards developing and using more high-quality sustainable materials, the need for simple, accurate, and affordable mechanical testing becomes increasingly important," said Yu Cheng, VP of R&D at TA Instruments, Waters.
With intuitive software and advanced automation, the ElectroForce Apex 1 helps laboratory managers reduce costs, improve efficiency, and maintain high-quality standards.
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