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To satisfy strong global demand, energy companies are extending fossil

100% VME pipe

body yield envelope

fuel exploration and recovery efforts to increasingly remote and

challenging environments.
Meeting these challenges requires a working knowledge of the
environments encountered in unexplored regions, along with a deep
understanding of the performance and durability characteristics of the

95% VME pipe

body yield envelope

Internal

Pressure

equipment and structures used to reach and recover resources. Gaining

these insights requires precise application and control of mechanical force
and motion in the test lab, along with realistic simulation of extreme

External

operating conditions.
MTS provides the knowledge, technology leadership and global support
Compression

necessary to help energy companies perform accurate, repeatable

mechanical testing of drilling and mining components and structures. Our

Axial Load

Tension

Typical API RP 5C5/ISO 13679 Load Path

solutions also help characterize components and materials used in pipes

Axial Load Cell

and pipe connections. When you choose MTS, you will be well equipped
to pursue the most promising new fossil fuel resources with speed and
confidence, and convert these fuels into energy with optimal efficiency.
Contact your local MTS Sales Representative to learn more about the

Swivel Bearings
Axial Load
Actuator

latest MTS test innovations, including:

Pipe and Connection Testing Systems
MTS Actuators and Hydraulic Components

Self-Reaching Bend
Fixture and Actuator

MTS High-Force Servohydraulic Test Systems

Four-Point Bend Solution

Pipe and Connection Testing Systems

Today, oil and gas exploration requires drilling at greater depths
than in the past imposing significant demands on casing and
tubing connections. Industry standards API Recommended
Practice 5C5 and ISO 13679 define loading and environmental
conditions required for connection certification. MTS has
developed testing solutions to enable you to test your casing and
tubing connections to the tension and compression loads,
simultaneous bending, internal and external pressures and
thermal conditions defined by these specifications.

End Moment Solution

be certain.

High-Force Testing System Components

All MTS structural test and simulation solutions combine advanced FlexTest
controls, easy-to-use MTS application software, robust MTS actuators and reliable
MTS hydraulic power solutions to meet your most challenging test and simulation
needs now and well into the future.
FlexTest Controllers
The family of MTS FlexTest Controllers allows test labs to
more easily scale testing activities up or down, depending on
their needs. The FlexTest controllers are based on a modular
architecture that features uniquely field-upgradeable processors.
The ability to upgrade the processors makes it easy to adapt the
controllers to future test requirements and accommodate lab
expansion and updates.
The controllers allow users to design and automate virtually
any material, component or structural test including those
prescribed by ISO 13679. The FlexTest Controller Family
comes in various sizes and capacities: the FlexTest 40, FlexTest
60, FlexTest 100, and FlexTest 200. All provide higher channel
densities and capacities, greater configurability and more
setup options than previous platforms.
FlexTest controllers share common sets of hardware boards and
user interface tools, which simplifies testing standardization
and optimization. They are designed to run the full array of
MTS application software, and include an optional, compact
handset for convenient specimen installation and test setup.
MTS TestSuite Multipurpose Testing Software
MTS TestSuite Multipurpose Testing Software provides a
flexible and productive environment for general-purpose
testing of materials, components and structures. With
applications, modules and options that are designed to be
adaptable to your evolving needs, this software gives you the
power to boost your labs efficiency and productivity.
You can easily test to specific industry standards or pursue
your own interpretation of a standard with customizable,
plug-and-play modules. The software also captures all setup
data and test results, so you can quickly repeat tests or export
data to stand-alone MTS TestSuite analysis packages and a
Reporter Add-in for Excel.
Hydraulic Power Solutions
MTS SilentFlo HPUs are the cleanest and quietest hydraulic
power supplies available. Capable of operating at only 58-72
dbA - below normal ambient levels commonly found in
laboratory environments - they can be deployed directly in the
lab, eliminating the need for special pump housing facilities
and reducing supply line length and space requirements. To
meet the most demanding requirements MTS offers a variety
of high-capacity hydraulic power solutions.

High-Force Testing System Components

MTS Hydraulic Service Manifolds
MTS Hydraulic Service Manifolds
(HSMs) provide independent pressure
regulation for the precise control,
isolation and distribution of hydraulic
fluid to test stations.
By installing MTS HSMs into the
hydraulic lines between the HPU and
servovalve, you can turn each hydraulic
circuit on or off and independently set
low-pressure levels. This allows convenient,
efficient test setup, operation and

maintenance of individual test systems

without disturbing other systems.
MTS HSMs also minimize the effects of
the rapid application and removal of
high pressure, reducing unexpected
actuator movement that could damage
the test article or the test system. They
also provide rapid pressure reduction to
ensure safety, as well as store energy for
transient events that require peak
performance.

High-Force Actuators
Applying unmatched engineering and
test technology expertise, MTS offers
a complete family of highly reliable
and durable hydraulic actuators. Our
high-force actuators are designed
specifically to meet the demands of
mechanical testing in a wide range
of civil, geomechanical and structural
applications.

Double-ended or single-ended
piston design
Superior reliability and versatility
Proprietary MTS seal and bearing
designs for superior performance
and life
MTS-exclusive direct-bonded
polymer bearings for reduced
friction
Hydraulic cushions to protect the
end caps

Rock and Material Test Solutions

MTS servohydraulic test systems are
engineered to deliver years of reliable
testing in all types of lab environments.
Highly configurable, they are deployed
worldwide to test civil structural
components, general materials, concrete,
rock and cement. By integrating extremely

Model 815
Model 311

stiff MTS servohydraulic load frames,

FlexTest controls, MTS test application
software and a host of accessory options,
these systems can be easily adapted to
perform fatigue life studies, fracture
growth studies, and tension, bending
and compression tests.

Model 816
Model 64
MTS Landmark System

Unrivaled Service & Support

MTS fields one of the largest, most
experienced worldwide service, support
and consulting staff of any testing
solution provider. This global team
offers lifecycle management services for
all your test systems to maximize your
test laboratorys productivity and help
you complete test programs as quickly
as possible.

Professional Services & Consulting

Accessories & Upgrades

MTS provides expert presales support to

help you design the most capable and
cost-effective lab possible, and responsive
post sales support to help you realize the
most out of your MTS test equipment
investment.

MTS offers the worlds best selection of

high quality testing accessories. Factory
and field upgrades and rebuilds are
performed by industry experts.

Maintenance Services & Spare Parts

MTS helps you ensure the productive life

of your MTS test equipment by offering
extended warranties and software support
and upgrade programs.

The global MTS service organization

fields more than 275 field service staff
worldwide to deliver rapid, expert on-site
service and telephone support.

Lifetime System Protection

MTS headquarters in Eden Prairie, Minnesota

MTS Systems Corporation

14000 Technology Drive
Eden Prairie, MN 55344-2290 USA
Telephone: 1.952.937.4000
Toll Free: 1.800.328.2255
Fax: 1.952.937.4515
E-mail: info@mts.com
www.mts.com
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