Combined compression and shear testing machine, specific for elastomeric bearings used in large structures and bridges.
Two 6 MN axial load actuators, speed up to 220 mm/min.
One 1.5 MN lateral load actuator, speed up to 800 mm/min.
Hydraulic operating principle.
Force measurement by load cell and pressure sensors.
Displacement measurement by linear sensors.
For tests according to UNE-EN 1337:3