Finetech Engineering

Universal Testing Machine

Overview

Universal Testing Machine

The Finetech Engineering Universal Testing Machine (UTM) is an electromechanical materials testing system and the most versatile UTM machine India for tensile, compression, flexural, peel, and tear testing of rubber, plastic, paper, textile, leather, adhesives, and composite materials. As a dedicated universal testing machine manufacturer India, we engineer every machine to be the single most important instrument in any QC or R&D lab.

As a specialist tensile testing machine India manufacturer, the Finetech UTM applies a controlled force to a specimen at a precise crosshead speed, while simultaneously measuring the applied load and deformation. It is equally capable as a compression testing machine India and a flexural testing machine manufacturer India product – simply swap the grips and fixtures.

As the leading universal testing machine for plastic rubber in India, the Finetech UTM handles rubber dumbbell specimens per ASTM D412 with roller grips, rigid plastic Type I specimens per ASTM D638 with wedge grips, thin film strips per ASTM D882, and paper strips per ISO 1924. As a tensile strength testing machine manufacturer India and UTM machine manufacturer Thane, we configure the right grip set for your primary material from day one.

What Can the UTM Test? — Testing Modes & Standards
1. Tensile Testing
The most common test mode on the Finetech tensile testing machine India. A specimen is gripped at both ends and pulled apart at a controlled speed until it breaks. The machine records load vs. displacement and calculates tensile strength, elongation, and modulus.
Material Specimen Standard Grip Type
Vulcanised rubber Dumbbell (Die C) ASTM D412, ISO 37 Roller grips
Rigid plastics (1–14 mm) Dumbbell (Type I–V) ASTM D638, ISO 527 Wedge grips
Thin plastic film (<1 mm) Rectangular strip ASTM D882 Roller or pneumatic grips
Paper / paperboard 15 mm strip ISO 1924, TAPPI T494 Pneumatic or roller grips
Textile / fabric Strip or grab method ISO 13934-1, ASTM D5035 Pneumatic grips
Leather Dumbbell specimen ISO 3376 Roller grips
Adhesive bond (lap shear) Bonded assembly ASTM D1002, D3163 Wedge grips
Rubber — tear strength Angle/trouser/crescent ASTM D624, ISO 34-1 Roller grips
2. Compression Testing
The Finetech compression testing machine India mode. A specimen is placed between two flat platens and compressed at a controlled speed. Used for compressive strength, compressive modulus, and crush resistance.
Material Standard Fixture
Rigid plastics ASTM D695, ISO 604 Compression platens
Vulcanised rubber ASTM D575, IS 3400 Compression platens
Foam / cellular rubber ASTM D3574 Compression platens
Corrugated packaging ASTM D642 Compression platens
3. Flexural (Bend) Testing
The Finetech flexural testing machine manufacturer India mode. A rectangular bar specimen is loaded at the centre (3-point bend) until it breaks or deflects to a specified point.
Material Standard Fixture
Rigid plastics ASTM D790, ISO 178 3-point flexural fixture
Fibre-reinforced plastics ASTM D790, ASTM D7264 3-point or 4-point fixture
4. Peel Testing
One layer of a bonded or laminated assembly is peeled away from the substrate at a controlled angle (90° or 180°). Used for adhesive bond strength, laminate peel strength, and coating adhesion.
Material Standard Fixture
Adhesive tapes ASTM D903, ASTM D3330 Peel fixture (90° or 180°)
Laminates / flexible packaging ASTM F904 Peel fixture
Rubber-to-metal bonds IS 4201 Peel fixture + roller grip
5. Other Test Modes
Specifications
ParameterSpecification
Machine TypeElectromechanical (screw-driven, dual column)
Force Capacities Available5 kN, 10 kN, 20 kN, 50 kN
Load Cell AccuracyClass 0.5 (or better) per ISO 7500-1 / ASTM E4
Crosshead Speed Range1–500 mm/min (adjustable in software)
Crosshead TravelUp to 1000 mm (model-dependent — higher for rubber testing)
Drive SystemAC servo motor with precision ball screw
Control SystemMicroprocessor-based with PC software interface
SoftwareWindows-based testing software with real-time load-displacement curve display
Data OutputTensile strength, yield strength, elongation at break, modulus, flexural strength, compressive strength, peel strength, tear strength
Report GenerationAutomatic test reports with curves, statistics (mean, SD, min, max), and raw data export (CSV/Excel)
Grip MountingStandard pin or bolt mount — accommodates roller, wedge, pneumatic grips and all fixtures
Extensometer (Optional)Clip-on contact extensometer or video extensometer for accurate strain measurement
Safety FeaturesUpper/lower travel limits, overload protection, emergency stop button
Frame ConstructionRigid dual-column steel frame, powder coated
Power Supply230V AC, single phase, 50 Hz
CertificationISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing
Which UTM Capacity Do You Need?
If You Test… Typical Max Force Recommended Capacity
Thin rubber (Shore A 30–60), foam, films 50–200 N 5 kN
Standard rubber dumbbell (ASTM D412 Die C) 200–1500 N 5 kN or 10 kN
Rigid plastics (ASTM D638 Type I, 3.2 mm thick) 500–5000 N 10 kN or 20 kN
Paper and paperboard tensile 50–500 N 5 kN
Textile and non-woven (strip or grab) 200–2000 N 5 kN or 10 kN
Hard rubber (Shore A >80) or hard plastic 1000–10000 N 20 kN
Compression testing of rigid plastics 2000–20000 N 20 kN or 50 kN
Flexural testing of thick plastic bars 500–5000 N 10 kN or 20 kN
Engineering plastics (nylon, PC, POM, PEEK) 2000–15000 N 20 kN or 50 kN
Fibre-reinforced composites 5000–50000 N 50 kN
Which Grips Do You Need with the UTM?
The UTM frame is universal — the grips specialise it for each material and test type. See our Grips & Fixtures page for the full range, or use this quick reference:
Material / Test Grip Type Why
Rubber — tensile & tear Roller grips (self-tightening) Handles 300–800% elongation without slipping
Rigid plastic — tensile Wedge grips (self-tightening) High clamping for low-elongation, high-strength specimens
Thin films — tensile Roller grips or pneumatic grips Gentle clamping prevents crushing; pneumatic for high volume
Paper — tensile Pneumatic or roller grips Consistent low force to avoid crushing paper
Any material — compression Compression platens Flat parallel surfaces for uniform compression
Any material — flexural 3-point bend fixture Adjustable span per ASTM D790 / ISO 178
Adhesives — peel Peel fixture (90° / 180°) Controlled peel angle per ASTM D903
Applications
Industries Served
Why Choose the Finetech UTM?

Complete testing ecosystem. As your universal testing machine manufacturer India and UTM machine manufacturer Thane, Finetech supplies UTM + grips + specimen cutters + moulds + presses + calibration + AMC. One supplier, guaranteed compatibility.

Built for Indian testing labs. Our UTM machine India is designed for ASTM D412 (rubber), ASTM D638 (plastics), IS 3400 (BIS compliance), and ISO 527 (export-oriented manufacturers). The perfect tensile testing machine India for the standards your auditors demand.

One machine: tensile + compression + flexural. The Finetech universal testing machine serves as your tensile testing machine India, compression testing machine India, and flexural testing machine manufacturer India product all in one frame – just swap grips and fixtures.

Competitive UTM machine price India. As a direct manufacturer, our UTM machine price India is competitive against both domestic and imported equipment. The tensile strength testing machine manufacturer India you can afford. Contact us for a model-specific quote.

Calibration and AMC support. Professional calibration with certificates and AMC plans. Keeps your universal testing machine audit-ready.

Related Products
Product Why Related
Grips & Fixtures (Full Range) Essential accessories — roller, wedge, pneumatic grips; compression, flexural, peel fixtures
Dumbbell Specimen Cutter Cuts the dumbbell specimens tested on the UTM
Tear Specimen Cutter Cuts tear specimens for ASTM D624 tear testing on the UTM
Rectangular Strip Cutter Cuts film strips for ASTM D882 testing on the UTM
Notch Cutter Cuts notches for Izod/Charpy impact specimens
Hydraulic Press For cutting specimens and moulding test sheets fed to the UTM
Specimen Cutters & Moulds (Full Range) Complete range of cutting dies and moulds
Izod & Charpy Impact Tester Complementary impact testing alongside UTM tensile testing
MFI Tester Complementary melt flow testing — often paired with UTM in plastic QC labs
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

A universal testing machine (UTM), also called a tensile testing machine India, compression testing machine India, or flexural testing machine manufacturer India product, is a laboratory instrument that applies controlled mechanical force to a specimen and measures the resulting deformation. As a universal testing machine manufacturer India, Finetech Engineering designs every UTM to perform tensile (pulling), compression (pushing), flexural (bending), peel, and tear tests by changing the grips and fixtures.
A UTM machine India refers to a Universal Testing Machine sold and manufactured in India. Finetech Engineering is a leading universal testing machine manufacturer India and UTM machine manufacturer Thane, supplying UTMs to rubber, plastic, paper, and textile testing labs across the country. Our UTM machine India range covers 5 kN to 50 kN force capacities.
A tensile testing machine India is the most common application of a universal testing machine. It pulls a specimen apart and measures the tensile strength, elongation at break, and tensile modulus. As a specialist tensile strength testing machine manufacturer India, Finetech Engineering supplies tensile testing machine India products for rubber (ASTM D412), plastics (ASTM D638), films (ASTM D882), and paper (ISO 1924).
UTM machine price India varies based on force capacity (5 kN to 50 kN), grip configuration, software package, and accessories. Finetech Engineering - your universal testing machine manufacturer India and UTM machine manufacturer Thane - offers competitive UTM machine price India as a direct manufacturer (no middleman). Contact us at +91 93241 37971 for a specific quote based on your requirements.
A compression testing machine India applies force in a downward (compressive) direction to squeeze a specimen. On the Finetech universal testing machine, the compression testing machine India function is activated by installing flat compression platens instead of grips. It then performs compression tests per ASTM D695 (rigid plastics), ASTM D575 (rubber), ASTM D3574 (foam), and ASTM D642 (packaging). One UTM frame does both tensile and compression testing.
A flexural testing machine manufacturer India product measures the bending strength and stiffness (flexural modulus) of a material. On the Finetech universal testing machine, the flexural testing machine manufacturer India function is activated by installing the 3-point bend fixture per ASTM D790 / ISO 178. It tests rigid plastics, composites, and fibreglass laminates. As a flexural testing machine manufacturer India, Finetech supplies the fixture as a standard UTM accessory.
The Finetech 10 kN universal testing machine for plastic rubber is the most popular choice for labs testing both rubber (ASTM D412) and standard plastics (ASTM D638). It covers rubber dumbbell tensile tests (typical force 200-1500 N), rigid plastic tensile tests (500-5000 N), and thin film testing (ASTM D882). As the leading universal testing machine for plastic rubber manufacturer in India, Finetech Engineering configures the right grips for your primary material - roller grips for rubber, wedge grips for plastics.
Yes. The Finetech universal testing machine is both a tensile testing machine India and a compression testing machine India - in the same machine frame. For tensile: fit grips, load the specimen in tension. For compression: remove grips, install platens, load the specimen in compression. The software supports both test modes without any hardware modification beyond the fixture swap.

Yes. Every UTM purchase includes installation, commissioning, and operator training at your site. We train your team on machine operation, grip changes, software use, test setup for your specific standards, and basic troubleshooting. Additional training sessions can be arranged under AMC.