LMATS ' Slow bend test is perfomed as part of procedure qualification and production runs. Welded rail sample (1150mm to 1200mm) in length with the weld in the center are subjected to loading under 3 point bending condition so the foot is placed in longitudinal tension. The load is increased in a controlled manner until the rail section fails
LMATS unique portable slow bend testing capabilities delivers these benefits:
On-Site Capability: Portableslow bend machine available for the BHP site, operated by two qualified technicians, 7 days a week.
- Cost & Resource Efficient: No need to allocate internal resources for maintenance or calibration, our fully maintained and calibrated equipment handles it all.
- NATA Accredited
- Independent Validation: Third-party testing delivers unbiased, traceable results
- Faster Turnaround: Accredited process enables quick reporting with full traceability.
- Specialised Equipment: Our 3000 kN-capacity slow bend machine is purpose-built for rail testing, capable of applying controlled bending loads to full rail fracture. This level of equipment is not typically available in-house.
ISO/IEC 17025 & 17020 accredited