Test Setup & Parameters

Load Simulation: Use programmable hydraulic actuators to replicate real-world compression cycles (e.g., 50–150 MPa pressure, 10–30 cycles/minute).

Test Duration: Run 100,000+ cycles (per ISO 12106 or ASTM E466) to identify wear patterns.

Monitoring Sensors: Strain gauges, vibration sensors, and thermal cameras track frame deformation, bearing temperature, and crack initiation.

Key Test Metrics

Structural Integrity: Check for frame cracks, bolt loosening, or weld fractures every 10,000 cycles.

Component Wear: Measure die/roller wear (micrometer precision) and hydraulic seal degradation.

Performance Consistency: Monitor briquette density variation (±5% tolerance) over cycles.

Accelerated Fatigue Testing

Overload Testing: Apply 120% of max rated pressure intermittently to simulate extreme conditions.

Environmental Stress: Combine with temperature cycling (e.g., -10°C to 50°C) to test material fatigue.

Post-Test Analysis

Dye Penetrant Inspection (DPI): Detects micro-cracks in critical welds.

Metallurgical Testing: Analyze gear/shaft material for stress corrosion.

Data Modeling: Use Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to predict failure points.

Industry Standards

ISO 12106: Metallic fatigue testing.

ANSI/ASME B30.20: Load-bearing component safety.

CE/OSHA Compliance: Mandatory for commercial presses.