The Leading Event in Materials Testing

Join us September 22–23, 2026, for Instron's Open House in Norwood, MA. This complimentary two-day event offers the same experience on both days, so simply choose the date that works best for you.

Meet with Instron application engineers and product experts in our applications laboratory to discuss your testing challenges, bring sample materials for evaluation, and explore testing solutions. Attend Bluehill Universal Tips, Tricks, and Ask the Expert sessions, then enjoy behind-the-scenes access to our manufacturing facility, where Instron 3400 and 6800 Series testing systems are built. The tour also includes our calibration laboratory, home to the largest commercial deadweight test stack in North America.

Whether you're evaluating a new application, improving your testing process, or expanding your technical knowledge, the Open House is an opportunity to learn from Instron experts and connect with peers in the materials testing community.

Attendance is free, but space is limited each day. RSVP early to reserve your spot.

What You'll Experience

Bluehill Universal: Tips, Tricks & Ask the Expert

Join our software experts for hands-on sessions covering tips, tricks, and best practices in Bluehill Universal. Bring your questions and get answers directly from the people who know the software best. These one-hour sessions are offered twice each day at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM.

Applications Laboratory – Open All Day

Explore our newest and most popular products, including the latest extensometers and strain measurement solutions. Bring your own samples to test or work with an application engineer who can help identify the best approach for testing your materials.

Factory & Calibration Lab Tour

Tour Instron's manufacturing facility and see our 6800 and 3400 Series universal testing systems coming together, as well as automated systems currently in production. You'll also visit our calibration laboratory, home to the largest commercial deadweight test stack in North America. Sales, service, and applications experts will be available throughout the day to answer questions and share their expertise.