Product History

Historical challenges that continue into the future

Historical challenges that continue into the future

Shimadzu began production of its first material testing machine in 1917, and has since then continued to provide testing machines that are vital to product development.
These instruments include universal testing machines, our Autograph high-precision universal testing machines, Servopulser fatigue testing machines, hardness testers and particle size analyzers.

Historical challenges that continue into the future

Since 1917, these products have undergone many improvements and are now widely accepted as being equipped with superior technology. Essentially, testing machines have been in existence since the onset of manufacturing to assure the quality of production metrics.
Our dedication to satisfying the rigorous demands of customers over the past 90 years has earned us a reputation as the world’s top manufacturer of testing machines.

 

Our AG-A high-precision universal testing machine (1983) was among the first to incorporate computerized control, which significantly improved efficiency by facilitating data processing and measurement.
Taking three years to complete, the 30MN structural testing machine (1976) was the world’s largest class of testing instrument, and was able to perform testing on actual, full-size structures, instead of modeled prototypes.

 

While these revolutionary products shine brightly within our proud 90-year testing machine history, the future looks just as promising.
Shimadzu remains committed to challenging ourselves to innovate and develop new evaluation technologies to satisfy the world’s increasing demands for safety and reliability.

 

To perform accurate measurement, according to your needs.
Shimadzu offers a wide array of models and accessories to meet all of your testing requirements.