EquipmentMTS Exceed 45 - Universal Testing Machine (UTM)

The MTS Exceed 45 Universal Testing Machine (UTM) applies controlled forces to test samples to measure their strength, elasticity, and resistance to deformation. In the School of Forestry, the UTM is used to generate material property data for wood and wood‑based products, supporting assessments of product quality, structural performance, and compliance with industry standards.

• Maximum rated force capacity: 300 kN
• Frame type: Floor-standing
• Test zones: Single/Dual
• Maximum test speed: 250 mm/min
• Minimum test speed: 0.001 mm/min
• Vertical test space crosshead travel: 1100 mm
• Space between columns: 580 mm

• Thomas Lim

  University of Canterbury, School of Forestry, Christchurch, New Zealand

  thomas.lim@canterbury.ac.nz
• Monika Sharma

  University of Canterbury, School of Forestry, Christchurch, New Zealand

  monika.sharma@canterbury.ac.nz

• Forestry

• Forestry

• Available for internal use only