Compression Testing
Determine the Failure Conditions of Your Material
In a compression a material experiences opposing forces that squeeze the sample from opposing sides.
The sample is generally placed between two plates that distribute the applied load across the entire surface area and then the plates are pushed together by a hydraulic press machine causing the sample to flatten.
A compression test is essentially the opposite of the more common tensile test.
Receive a FREE personalised testing quote
Why Do a Compression Test?
The goal of a compression test is to determine the response of a material while experiencing a compressive force by measuring strain, stress, and deformation. By understanding these different variables and the associated values, we may determine whether the material is fit for purpose or whether it will fail under specific stresses.
Our Compression Testing Process
In general, a compression test involves two inwardly opposing forces applied to the sample material. However, many variations exist, involving any combination of different variables. The more common compression tests involve forces applied to more than one axis as well as the testing of the sample at varying temperatures. Uniaxial, biaxial, triaxial, cold temperature, elevated temperature, fatigue and creep are all examples of different compression tests that may be performed upon a material.
Types of Compression Testing Materials
Typically materials subjected to compression testing have a high compressive strength and a low tensile strength. Almost all materials can experience compressive forces in one way or another depending upon their application, but the most common materials are composites, concretes, wood, stone, brick, mortars, grouts, polymers, plastics, foam and metals among many others.
Contact Us
For further information on our Compression Testing or any of our services, please give us a call or send us an email.