Modular design of the software makes it not only very clearly laid out but also cost efficient, since only solutions tailored to the user's exact needs are configured
More than 10,000 successful testing software installations and more than 80 years of experience in materials testing were the foundation for the development of the new software generation Testxpert II, says Zwick.
Intelligence and reliability are the two most prominent characteristics of the new software generation that Zwick presented on the occasion of this year's International Forum for Materials Testing (10-13 October 2005).
Complete solutions for every conceivable requirement.
Testxpert II is described as a standardised testing platform for all applications.
It is equally applicable to static as well as dynamic tests in addition to many other uses.
Special test programs prescribe how the testing is to be performed.
The modular design guarantees an exact solution for every demand, says the company.
Standardised tests can be completed quickly and are guaranteed to meet specifications using the standard test programs.
Now 500 test programs are available from Zwick.
Customer-specific test programs allow test sequences to be performed in accordance with the customer's own requirements or with factory standards.
The operator can configure a completely customised and yet convenient and reliable test sequence using the master test program.
The graphical sequence editor allows all conceivable degrees of freedom.
It enables test sequences of any kind to be configured by combining test events, parameters, and results according to the requirements at hand.
The intelligent design of the graphical sequence editor makes the task easy; programming knowledge is not required.
An integrated simulation mode provides additional security as errors in the test sequence are filtered out ahead of time.
There are packages for every sector of industry in which the test programs are optimised for their respective applications, says the company.
They make use the technical terms and symbols of each respective sector.
The modular design of the software makes it not only very clearly laid out but also cost efficient, since only solutions tailored to the user's exact needs are configured.
These configurations can be expanded at any time to adapt to future requirements.
Simple and reliable to operate.
The intelligent software is characterised in particular by its simple and intuitive operation.
The operator selects the desired testing standard, enters the specimen dimensions, and starts the test sequence.
Meaningful symbols and a clear structure allow quick orientation.
The menu bar adapts itself to the actual requirements of the operator, and the online help function always has the appropriate answer.
Intelligent wizards help in the setup or modification of test sequences and reports.
An optional user administration assigns different functions and access privileges to different users and stores the user profiles.
This avoids input errors, prevents manipulation, and thus contributes to the overall reliability.
Expanded traceability is available especially for critical applications.
This function provides all the necessary tools which, along with the respective procedures for quality management, are needed to meet the requirements listed in FDA 21 CFR Part 11.
The software therefore provides the highest reliability level presently available.
Options that leave no wish unanswered.
Only Testxpert II offers the possibility for an exact, synchronous video documentation of the test, says Zwick.
A video camera records the test sequence and stores the images synchronously with the measurement data.
The synchronous video recording feature allows the test sequence to be recalled and retraced anytime after the event.
At the same time, events that images are to be captured for can be defined prior to testing.
The event depiction can be configured as desired or be modified by a single click.
The software displays its strengths in international applications as well.
The language can be changed with a single mouse click.
Independent of the language that a test is performed in, the test report can be translated automatically into another language and can be emailed in the recipient's mother tongue.
The language change feature allows international teams an operation independent of language and hence a significant simplification of communication.
The integrated laboratory information management system (Lims) is also unique.
A powerful data bank is made available here: test results are stored conveniently and in a clear structure.
Convenient subsequent processing through optimal integration.
The software was developed on the most current Microsoft Windows platform and can be integrated simply and reliably in various IT structures.
All test results can be processed, printed, mailed, exported, and archived directly.
Naturally all legacy test programs can continue to be used subsequent to a software update or upgrade.
Testxpert can be installed on all standard PCs and laptops and on any number of computers without requiring any additional interface card.
Test programmes can therefore be prepared or test sequences processed on PCs not connected to a testing machine.
