Compression Testing Services

Compressive testing of plastic and polymer materials is commonly performed to determine a materials ability to withstand compressive loads.

Compression testing is able to determine the material's behavior or response under crushing loads and to measure the plastic flow behavior and ductile fracture limits of a material. Compression tests are important to measure the compressive fracture properties of brittle materials or low-ductility materials. Compression tests are also used to determine the modulus of elasticity, proportional limit, compressive yield point, compressive yield strength, and compressive strength. These properties are important to determine if the material is suited for specific applications or if it will fail under specific stresses.

IMR's mechanical testing group offers a wide range of testing to evaluate nonmetallic materials, such as polymers, plastics and composites, as well as finished products.  From routine tensile testing to multi-stage fatigue programs, we are equipped to provide the answers you need.

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