Materials Testing Showcase
Hosted by ASM International in Partnership with Instron
The Leading Event in Materials Testing
Join regional and international mechanical testing experts for a complimentary event discussing the latest innovations shaping the future of the field. We will explore the latest developments in solutions for standardized testing, gain insight on best practices for reliable, repeatable testing, and network with experts in strain, force measurement, and automation. Admission to the showcase is FREE, with Instron training courses being offered on-site at a 20% discount.
expo - Wednesday 8/20 & thursday 8/21
Take this opportunity to explore the latest materials testing equipment that will be on-site from the event hosts and partners:
- Instron's AT3 Automated Testing System
- 6800 Series Floor Model Universal Testing System Equipped with Furnace for Elevated Temperature Testing
- 6800 Series Universal Test Frame with NEW AVE3 Advanced Video Extensometer
- 3400 Series Universal Test Frame with NEW Dual Side Acting Gripping Solution
- ElectroPuls E10000 Dynamic and Fatigue Testing System
- Bluehill Software Demonstrations
- Metallurgical & Microscopy Equipment from Showcase Partners
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Tuesday 8/19
EVENT AGENDA
| Time |
Dome Garden | Presenter |
| 5:30 PM | Welcome Reception in Dome Garden | |
| 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM | Materials Park Tour by John Peppler | Guided tours of the iconic geodesic dome, the surrounding Materials Park, and the artistic legacy of ironmaking through ASM's curated indoor and outdoor exhibits |
Wednesday 8/20
EVENT AGENDA | technical presentationS
| Time | Classroom 2 (Downstairs) | Presenter |
| 9:00 AM - 9:15 AM | Welcome from Instron & ASM | |
| 9:15 AM - 9:45 AM | Anatomy of a Mechanical Test Frame: How are they built and how do they work? | Stephen Sobchuk - Product Manager, Instron Dr. Peter Bailey - Principal Materials Scientist, Instron |
| 9:45 AM - 10:15 AM |
Principles of Control in Standards-Based Tensile Testing to ASTM E8/E8M and ISO 6892-1 |
Dean Lovewell – Metals Market Manager, Instron |
| 10:15 AM - 10:30 AM | Break | |
| 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
Westmoreland Mechanical Testing and Research – World Leader in Materials Testing |
Scott Berezansky - Customer Operations Manager, Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research, Inc. |
| 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
A Bird’s-Eye View into Testing Lab Accreditation |
Derek Sicotte – Quality Assurance Engineer, Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research, Inc. |
| 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
Improving Data Integrity in Mechanical Testing with Revision History and Traceability |
Daniel Caesar – Global Software Product Manager, Instron |
| 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Lunch | |
| 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM |
Ductile vs Brittle: How Mechanical Properties Guide the Metallographic Preparation Process |
Dr. Mike Keeble - Buehler |
| 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM |
Hardness Testing in the 21st Century – From Automation to Specialized Test Techniques |
Doug Ngai - Buehler |
| 2:00 PM - 2:15 PM | Break | |
| 2:15 PM - 2:45 PM |
Advanced Averaging Transverse Strain Measurement for Automotive Sheet Metal Testing to ASTM E517 & ISO 10113 |
Dean Lovewell – Metals Market Manager, Instron |
| 2:45 PM - 3:15 PM |
Reducing Noise in Video Extensometry – Stabilizing the Test Environment for Better Strain Measurement |
Adrian Riddick - Engineering Manager, Advanced Development Group, Instron |
| 3:15 PM - 3:45 PM | Strain Control in Elevated Temperature Tensile Testing to ASTM E21 & ISO 6892-2 | Dean Lovewell - Metals Market Manager, Instron |
| 3:45 PM - 4:00 PM | Expert Q&A: Live Panel with Instron Technical Presenters |
Thursday 8/21
EVENT AGENDA | technical presentationS
| Time |
Classroom 2 (Downstairs) | Presenter |
| 9:00 AM - 9:15 AM | Welcome from Instron & ASM | |
| 9:15 AM - 9:45 AM | A Legacy of Force Measurement: A Technical History of Instron Load Cells and Their Role in Precision Testing | Dr. Peter Bailey - Principal Materials Scientist, Instron |
| 9:45 AM - 10:15 AM |
Considerations in Choosing Automation: Robotic Systems and Standards Conformance |
Richard Spiegel - Automation Specialist, Instron |
| 10:15 AM - 10:30 AM | Break | |
| 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
Considerations in Choosing Automation: Factors that Influence Results in Robotic Systems and Options for Increasing Efficiency & Throughput |
Richard Spiegel - Automation Specialist, Instron |
| 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
Streamline Data, Methods, and Users Across Multiple Test Frames with Bluehill Central |
Daniel Caesar – Global Software Product Manager, Instron |
| 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
Implementing Annex A1: Techniques, Challenges, and Solutions for Miniaturized Testing to ASTM E8/E8M |
Mia Buccowich - Applications Engineer, Instron |
| 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Lunch | |
| 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM |
Introduction to Fracture Toughness |
Dr. Mike Keeble - Buehler |
| 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM |
Introduction to Fatigue Crack Growth Rate Testing |
Mark James, Technical Specialist, Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research, Inc. |
| 2:00 PM - 2:15 PM | Break | |
| 2:15 PM - 3:45 PM |
User Stories: Instron and ASM want to showcase YOUR experience. Do you have a story you'd like to share about using Instron equipment in your lab? Sign up today for a 30-minute speaker block to highlight your application and share your insights. |
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| 3:45 PM - 4:00 PM | Expert Q&A: Live Panel with Instron Technical Presenters |
Showcase Partners
We are excited to welcome the following partners who will be joining us to share their solutions for complementary needs in a metals testing laboratory:
In-depth Training
Developed and Taught by Instron Experts
We are excited to offer a 20% discount for showcase attendees who register for one of the Instron training courses being held on-site during this event. Elevate your lab by taking an in-depth training course on static test development with Instron software. Sign up soon - only 24 seats available each day!
Must confirm by July 24.
Venue Details
Location:
ASM World Headquarters
9639 Kinsman Road
Materials Park, OH 44073-0002
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