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Superior Universal Testing Machines

IPC Global’s range of Servo-Hydraulic and Servo-Pneumatic Universal Testing Machines (UTM) are
flexible, accurate, reliable and affordable. IPC Global has the largest customer user-base of Servo-
controlled UTM Systems in the asphalt and pavement materials testing industry, with over 350
Servo-hydraulic Testing Systems and over 250 Servo-pneumatic Testing Systems sold globally. Plus
an ever growing list of Electromechanical Servoactuation (EmS) based universal testing systems.

New and Improved Technology Precision Engineered

IPC Global’s range of new and improved Our systems are renowned for being
UTM Systems has received a powerful easy to use, reliable and accurate due
upgrade on our previous range. their design, high quality materials, high
stiffness and excellent alignment.

World Leading Control

Superior Data Acquisition
Paired with IPC Global’s world leading IMACS2
Benefit from leading-edge performance on
Digital Controller, you are guaranteed
the IMACS2 with flexible data acquisition
unparalleled real-time computer control.
expandable up to 20 channels.

Tried and Tested Complete Turnkey Solution

IPC Global’s UTM technology has been IPC Global offers a wide range of high-quality
tried and tested by leading Research test fixtures, transducers and environmental
Institutes and Government Organizations chambers to complement its range of
around the world for over 25 years. UTM systems.
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Servo-Controlled Universal
Testing Machines
IPC Global’s UTM Servo-Hydraulic and Servo-pneumatic
Universal Testing Machines are precision engineered
to accomplish your toughest research challenges.
Over the last 25
Designed and built to IPC Global’s highest standard for civil
years we have been
engineering laboratories, IPC Global’s UTM Systems deliver
working closely
superior reliability and accuracy with proficient performance
with Government
of tension, compression and dynamic loading analysis on
Highway Authorities,
asphalt, unbound granular and other pavement materials.
Universities, Asphalt
Harnessing the precision of IPC Global’s new IMACS2 digital Producers, Road
controller and the powerful user-friendly, UTS or UTS Neutron Construction Industry
software, you’ll have absolute confidence in your materials analysis. and Research
Organizations to
pioneer the world’s
Widest Range of Accessories best and most
IPC Global works closely with the Asphalt Research innovative range of
Community to develop new Test Standards and accessories. Advanced Asphalt
You will have access to the widest range of testing Testing Systems.
accessories on the market for our UTM Systems.
These range from platens, triaxial cells, fixtures, jigs,
transducers to other customer specified items.
TSRST Kit

Trapezoidal Two Point Four Point Bend Jig Automatic Triaxial Cell Dynamic Modulus E* Kit Overlay Test Jig Uniaxial Fatigue Kit
Bend Jig

Universal Triaxial Cell Permanent Deformation/ Indirect Tensile - Indirect Tensile - Indirect Tensile - Semi Circular Bend
Dynamic Creep Jig Resilient Modulus Jig Fatigue Kit Bi-axial Kit (SCB) Kit
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130kN Universal Testing Machine

PC Global’s new and improved Features

UTM-130 Servo-Hydraulic
Universal Testing Machine has been
precision-engineered to accomplish → Rigid two column load frame
your toughest research challenges. → Precision-engineered for high
stiffness and alignment
Designed and built to IPC Global’s
→ Double acting high
highest standard for civil engineering
precision actuator
laboratories, IPC Global’s UTM-130
→ High performance servo-valve
delivers superior reliability and accuracy
allows for sinusoidal, loading
with proficient performance of tension,
frequencies up to 100Hz
compression and dynamic loading
→ Hydraulic cross-head
analysis on a wide range of materials.
positioning and clamping for
IPC Global’s UTM-130 is a flexible 130kN easier test set-up without the
capacity dynamic Servo-hydraulic requirement for extension rods
Universal Testing Machine, available → Fully customizable to suit a
with a wide range of transducers, jigs, range of testing applications
fixtures, triaxial cells and accessories. → Independent environmental
The UTM-130 can conduct tests that chamber eliminating the
comply with international standards transfer of mechanical
for asphalt, unbound granular vibration to testing machine.
and other pavement materials.
UTM-130 with Environmental Chamber

UTM-130 Specifications

+/-130kN Static
Load Capacity :
+/-100kN Dynamic
Frequency : Up to 100Hz
Low profile/pancake type,
Load Cell :
+/-130kN capacity
Double acting high precision
Actuator Type : tie rod actuator (optional
UTM-130 with Environmental Chamber labyrinth bearing actuator)
Stroke : +/-50mm

Ordering Information Displacement Transducer : 100mm (in-built)

Adjustable Cross-Head : Hydraulic
79-PV70C05/I2: UTM-130 Servo-Hydraulic UTM Crosshead Clamping : Hydraulic

79-PV70E42: Environmental Chamber Vertical Space : 1,015mm

(-25°C ~ +70°C) Space Between Columns : 600mm

79-PV70E32: Environmental Chamber 3,000x1,100x1,000mm

Frame Size :
(-50°C ~ +100°C) (HxWxD)
Weight 775kg (approx.)
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Environmental Chamber Environmental Chamber Features

IPC Global’s Environmental Chambers use a high quality
mechanical refrigeration system and superior insulation → Programmable Digital Controller — P.I.D. tuning,
technologies to enable users to analyze materials’ properties temperature ramps and dwells, auto-tuning,
at real-life working temperatures (up to -50°C to +100°C) selectable sample time
for extended periods without the need for LN2. → Extended range maximum cooling rate > -50°C/hour*
→ Extended range programmable temperature
High accuracy and total control over temperature
gradient of -20°C/hour with ramp control
ramps and dwells are achieved using the Programmable
→ Four access ports
Digital Controller enabling users to easily perform
→ Stainless steel AISI 304, 18/10
complex tests e.g. TSRST and UTSST.
heavy duty construction
→ Triple Glazed, Argon filled, Lo E glass door
→ Defrost system & interior lighting
→ Fan forced ventilation
→ Ergonomic design provides easy access to chamber
→ Fully adjustable temperature
probe for greater accuracy
→ Independent chamber eliminates mechanical
vibration to testing machine

* Dependant on thermal mass within Chamber

UTM-130 with Environmental Chamber

HPS Specifications
Hydraulic Power Supply (HPS)
IPC Global’s Hydraulic Power Supply (HPS) has been Flow Rate : 18 liters/min
designed based on variable displacement piston pump High Pressure : 210 Bar
technology assuring improved performance, longer
Low Pressure : 100 to 210 Bar
life, lower power consumption and noise reduction.
Remote Starting : Available
IPC Global’s HPS features remote starting and control via
Water/oil heat exchanger, optional
virtual pendant, water/air cooling options and indication Cooling System :
water chiller, optional air-cooling
for low oil, over temperature and dirty filter. The system
220 liters (supplied filled
provides electronically adjustable oil pressure allowing for Oil Tank Capacity :
with pre-filtered oil)
greater control and safety. Oil accumulators further improve
control accuracy while the high performance filters ensure 7.5kW 3 phase, 400V
Mains Power :
long-life system protection and reduced maintenance costs. 50Hz, or 220V 60Hz
Size : 1,220x730x1,260mm (HxWxD)
Weight 630kg (with oil)

Extra-Large 130kN Universal Testing Machine

IPC Global’s UTM-130XL has been designed and engineered specifically to accommodate
the Extra Large Four Point Bend Jig and Extra Large UTM-130 Environmental Chamber.
Based on our world renowned UTM-130, the UTM-130XL allows you to perform
Four Point Bend tests on asphalt specimens up to 160x200mm (HxW) and
a minimum length of 790mm, at non-ambient temperatures.

UTM-130XL delivers superior reliability and accuracy with proficient performance

of tension, compression and dynamic loading analyzes on all types of material.
This unique testing system can be used with our full range of test accessories.
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30kN Universal Testing Machine

IPC Global’s new and improved

UTM-30 Servo-Hydraulic Universal Features
Testing Machine has been precision
engineered to accomplish your
toughest research challenges.
→ Rigid two column load frame
Designed and built to IPC Global’s → Precision engineered for high
highest standard for Civil Engineering stiffness and alignment
laboratories, IPC Global’s UTM-30 → Double acting high
delivers superior reliability and accuracy precision actuator
with proficient performance of tension, → High performance servo-valve
compression and dynamic loading allows for sinusoidal loading
analysis on a wide range of materials. frequencies up to 70Hz
→ Motorized cross-head positioning
The UTM-130 is a flexible 130kN
for easier test set-up without the
capacity dynamic Servo-hydraulic
requirement for extension rods
Universal Testing Machine, available
→ Hydraulic cross-head clamping
with a wide range of transducers,
→ Fully customizable to suit a large
jigs, fixtures, triaxial cells and
range of testing applications
accessories. It can conduct tests that
comply with international standards
for asphalt, unbound granular
and other pavement materials. UTM-30 with Environmental Chamber

UTM-30 Specifications

+/-30kN Static
Load Capacity :
+/-30kN Dynamic*
Frequency : Up to 70Hz
Low profile/pancake
Load Cell :
type, +/-30kN capacity
Double acting high
Actuator Type : precision labyrinth bearing
or tie-rod actuator
UTM-30 with Dynamic Creep set up Stroke : +/-25mm
Displacement Transducer : 50mm (in-built)
Adjustable Cross-Head : Motorized
Ordering Information Crosshead Clamping : Hydraulic

79-PV70B12/I2: UTM-30 Servo-Hydraulic UTM Vertical Space : 795mm

Space Between Columns : 450mm
79-PV70E12: Environmental Chamber (-25°C ~ +70°C)
Frame Size : 1,900x680x600mm (HxWxD)
79-PV70B22: Environmental Chamber (-50°C ~ +80°C) Frame & Chamber Size : 2,750x920x900mm (HxWxD)
Weight : 195kg (approx.)

* Frequency performance dependent on load and displacement requirements

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Environmental Chamber
IPC Global’s Environmental Chambers use a high-quality mechanical refrigeration system and
superior insulation technologies to enable users to analyze materials’ properties at real-life working
temperatures (between -50°C to +80°C) for extended periods without the need for LN2.

High accuracy and total control over temperature ramps and dwells are achieved using the Programmable Digital
Controller thus enabling users to easily perform complex tests e.g. Thermal Stress Restrained Specimen test (TSRST).

Environmental Chamber Features

→ Programmable Digital Controller—P.I.D. tuning, temperature

ramps and dwells, auto-tuning, selectable sample time
→ Extended range maximum cooling rate > -50°C/hour*
→ Extended range programmable temperature
gradient of -20°C/hour with ramp control
→ Two access ports
→ Stainless steel AISI 304, 18/10 heavy duty construction
→ Triple Glazed, Argon filled, Lo E glass door
→ Defrost system & interior lighting
→ Fan forced ventilation
→ Ergonomic design provides easier access to chamber
→ Fully adjustable temperature probe for positioning close to test specimen

* Dependant on thermal mass within Chamber

Hydraulic Power Supply (HPS) UTM-30 Environmental Chamber

IPC Global’s Hydraulic Power Supply (HPS) has been designed with integrated
inverter technology, assuring energy saving and noise reduction.

IPC Global’s HPS features return line filtration, remote starting and control
via virtual pendant, water/air cooling options and indication for low oil, over
temperature and dirty filter. The system provides electronically adjustable
oil pressure allowing for greater control and safety. Oil accumulators
further improve control accuracy while the high performance filters
ensure long-life system protection and reduced maintenance costs.

HPS Specifications
Flow Rate : 5 liters/min
High Pressure : 210 Bar
Low Pressure : 50 to 210 Bar
Remote Starting : Available
Cooling System : Air-cooling
Oil Tank Capacity : 30 liters (supplied filled with pre-filtered oil)
Mains Power : 2.2kW single phase, 230V, 50Hz or 208V 60Hz
Size : 1,000x470x765mm (HxWxD)
Weight : 175kg (with oil)
Hydraulic Power Supply
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16kN Universal Testing Machine

The UTM-16P, 16kN Servo-Pneumatic testing

Features
machine, utilizes digital control of a pneumatic
servo-valve to provide accurate loading
waveshapes of up to 70Hz*. It can be operated → Robust, high-strength and
in tension, compression and dynamic loading compact 2-Column load frame
and is suited to testing a diverse range of → Precision engineered for high
materials such as asphalt, soil, unbound stiffness and alignment
granular and other pavement materials. → Digital Servo-Pneumatic control
→ Fully adjustable
The UTM-16P is available with an optional
crosshead positioning
motorized crosshead for a quick and easy test
→ Optional motorized crosshead
set-up. Crosshead positioning is accurately
available: controlled via the
adjusted using PC control from UTS software
PC, it ensures the crosshead
ensuring that the crosshead is locked safely,
is locked safely without
without backlashes for waveshape fidelity and high
backlashes for waveshape
accuracy in tension-compression tests. Designed
fidelity and high accuracy in
and built to IPC Global’s highest standard for Civil
tension-compression tests
Engineering laboratories, the UTM-16P delivers
→ Fully customizable to suit a large
superior reliability and accuracy with proficient
range of testing applications.
performance of tension, compression and
dynamic loading analysis on all types of materials. UTM-16P with Motorized Crosshead

UTM-16P Specifications
Load Capacity : Static 16kN / Dynamic 16kN
Frequency : Up to 70Hz*
Load Cell : +/-20kN capacity
Stroke : +/-15mm
Displacement Transducer : 30mm (in-built)
Adjustable Cross-Head : Manual/Motorized
Vertical Space : 650mm
Space Between Columns : 339mm
Frame Size : 1,200x480x300mm (HxWxD)
Weight : 95kg (approx.)

UTM-16P with Indirect Tensile Jig (Manual Crosshead)

UTM-16P Specifications
Ordering Information Air Supply : Clean dry air
Pressure : 900kPa (required for 16kN)
79-PV70A12/I2: UTM-16P Servo-Pneumatic UTM
Minimum Flow Rate : 5 litre/sec
79-PV70A12: UTM-16P Servo-Pneumatic UTM Mains Power : Powered from IMACS2
with motorized cross-head
Motorized Crosshead
220-230V 50/60Hz, 1 phase
79-PV70E02: Upright Env. Chamber (-25°C ~ +60°C) (Optional) :

* Frequency performance dependent on load and displacement requirements

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UTM-16P Environmental Chamber

IPC Global has an environmental chamber specifically designed
for the UTM-16P. The environmental chamber uses a high quality
mechanical refrigeration system for high accuracy and total control
enabling users to analyze materials’ properties at real-life working
temperatures (between -25°C to +60°C) for extended periods.

The Upright Servo-pneumatic Environmental Chamber is a

more economical solution for small laboratory spaces that may
require an Environmental Chamber with a smaller foot print.

For more information on this Environmental Chamber

please refer to the individual Data Sheet.

Features

→ Programmable Digital Controller with P.I.D. tuning

→ Stainless steel heavy duty construction
→ Argon filled, Lo E glass doors
→ Interior lighting
→ Fan forced ventilation
→ Multiple access ports
→ Defrost system
Upright servo-pneumatic Systems
Environmental Chamber

250kN Universal Testing Machine

Available on request is IPC Global’s UTM-250 Servo-Hydraulic
Universal Testing Machine. Precision engineered for extremely
high force loading with the ultimate precision to accomplish your
toughest research challenges.
Designed and built to IPC Global’s highest standard for Civil
Engineering laboratories, the UTM-250 delivers superior reliability
and accuracy with proficient performance of tension, compression
and dynamic loading analysis on high strength materials.

For more information contact your CONTROLS

Area Manager or your local distributor.
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Ultimate Third Generation Integrated Control

and Data Acquisition System (IMACS)
IPC Global’s next generation IMACS2 is powered using the most advanced
electronic technologies to provide the ultimate in testing machine control
and powerful data-acquisition that is flexible yet easy to use.

Its exceptional specifications provide a level of control, waveform

fidelity and purity of data that is second to none in our industry:

→ Sampling rates up to the industry maximum 200kHz provide

optimum test control for perfect wave-shape fidelity.

→ Industry leading 24 bit resolution, essential to obtain the maximum

benefit from the extremely high sample rates, ensures complete
confidence in results, especially at high frequency tests.

→ 5 to 25kHz control loop closure gives exceptional

waveshape fidelity minimizing test variability.

→ In-built color display. IMACS2 integrated into our UTM Systems

IMACS2 Specifications

Controls and Data Acquisition Isolated General Purpose I/O & Estop
ADC Resolution : 24 bit
Opto-Isolated GPIO
Sampling Rate (ks per sec) : 5kHz up to 200kHz
Standard DB25 connector
Oversampling : Up to x64
8 Input (PNP/NPN)
DAC Resolution : 16 bit
8 Output (Open collector)
Control Loop Frequency (kHz) : 5khz – 25kHz
General IO Extender
Max. Channels : 20
ESTOP loop
Channels Per Axis : 4
External Emergency button
Number of Axis (standard + opt) : 2 + 3
Hydraulic Fault detection
PC Communications: Gigabit Ethernet USB
Instantaneous power cut
External Communications Interfaces: RS485 / RS232
Safety feature

External Interfaces Plug & Play Trasducers

Gigabit Ethernet — UTS/UTS Neutron interface Automatic transducer recognition

10/100Mb Ethernet — Internet access, Data Automatically uploads calibration files (prevent human error)
share (e.g., Remote Diag, Upgrades)
Compatible with existing IPC Global
RS232/RS485 — Serial extender and In-line signal conditioners (ILC)
controller (e.g., climatic chambers)
Allows calibration editing (if necessary)
CAN bus — Generic peripheral extender
(e.g., Hydraulic board)
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UTS
Dynamic Materials Testing & Analysis Software

The UTS Neutron dynamic materials testing and analysis software builds on IPC Global’s 30 years experience as
leading manufacturer and trusted partner of advanced dynamic testing systems for asphalts and other pavement
materials. We’ve listened to feedback about your needs and wishes and have developed the most advanced
testing software that provides the ultimate in flexible yet easy materials testing software for all types of users.

ONE SOFTWARE THREE LICENCE LEVELS CONFIGURABLE

with customizable interfaces to meet all user types: Standards ACCESS-RIGHTS
for all testing needs testing, Test editor & Programmer for any user type e.g. QC operator,
Laboratory manager, Senior Engineer

User programmable

Total flexibility capable to

do anything you’ll need
Worry free seamless migration

Wizard Compatible with IMACS and

IMACS2 Users can import existing
Follow the step-by-step path
UTS data to generate new reports
to quickly and simply make
the changes you need

Advanced reporting
Multiple languages Robust reporting and easy
Custom language custom test creation
configurator tool
IPC Global Customer Care
IPC Global is the Advanced Pavement Testing Division of CONTROLS. As one of the longest
established manufacturing companies in the world of Construction Materials Testing solutions,
we are dedicated to supplying high quality, accurate, affordable, easy to use systems.

As a valued customer of CONTROLS, you will receive continuous, expert support

and advice for your equipment. Furthermore, we can offer full installation and
training in the correct operation of your CONTROLS equipment.

For support from our expert Customer Care Team, contact your local CONTROLS
office / distributor or email [email protected].

For more information, please visit www.controls-group.com.

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