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INNOVATEST continually develops cutting-edge hardness testers and machines following the highest quality standards and incorporating the latest technologies to meet evolving industry needs.

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Precision-built for daily use in both research and production settings. With rigorous quality control, INNOVATEST machines deliver consistent, reliable results across diverse industries and testing environments.

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Extended warranties of up to 25 years and hardness testing machines built for easy maintenance and servicing. Strong after-sales support team and a global service network to ensure uptime and 24/7 reliability.

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Global Presence & Support

Flagship showrooms in Europe, Asia and the Middle East with global delivery. Specialists in English, Dutch, French and German from our Maastricht HQ and across the world.

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Powered by sophisticated IMPRESSIONS™ software that streamlines complex tasks. INNOVATEST hardness testers make testing easy and efficient.

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INNOVATEST combines innovation, quality and reliability, providing customers with products that offer exceptional value, and ensuring they get the most out of their investment.

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Our durable, high-quality products are designed for longevity, offering customers dependable performance over many years, and reducing the need for frequent replacements.

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INNOVATEST USA opens its new demonstration & technical training Centre in Horsham, PA—bringing advanced hardness testing technology and expert support closer to our North American customers.

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Introducing the new XXL iSmart Motorized Stage – the ultimate solution for precise,
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Innovatest Gemini 6000G2 Series

GEMINI 6000G2
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We are excited to introduce the GEMINI 6000G2 series—the ultimate in premium Rockwell hardness testing machines!

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Hardness tester for the Vickers hardness testing method

Vickers

The Vickers hardness test method, also referred to as a microhardness test method (ASTM E-384, E92 and ISO 6507), consists of indenting the test material with a diamond indenter. This indenter has the form of a pyramid...

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Hardness tester for the Rockwell testing method

Rockwell

The Rockwell hardness test method, as defined in ISO 6508 & ASTM E-18, is the most commonly used method around the world to determine a material’s hardness and is suitable for almost all metals and to some degree for plastics...

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Hardness tester for the Brinell testing method

Brinell

The Brinell hardness test method (as defined in ASTM E10 and ISO 6506) is mostly used for heavy casted materials such as cast iron, aluminun or steel. Although Brinell loads can be found ranging from 1kgf to 3000kgf, most ...

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Hardness tester for the Knoop hardness tester

Knoop

The Knoop resulting indentation is not symmetrical as Vickers indentions and will be subject to more variations of the resulting hardness values when testing to Knoop scales, especially below 200gf. Knoop hardness is normally not being...

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  • ✓ 100+ years of engineering expertise
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  • ✓ Global network of showrooms and support centres
  • ✓ Software-integrated systems tailored to every budget
  • ✓ Portable and lab-based testers for every scale
  • ✓ ISO 17025 traceable certificates available
  • ✓ Up to 25-year warranty options

About INNOVATEST

Headquartered in Maastricht, the Netherlands, INNOVATEST designs and manufactures high-tech hardness testing machines used worldwide. With service offices in Germany, France, UK, Poland, Dubai, Japan, China, and the USA, we offer end-to-end solutions — from design to global support.

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Why Choose INNOVATEST?

INNOVATEST provides advanced hardness testing machines and software solutions for both daily inspections and complex tasks, tailored to fit every challenge and budget. Our online hardness tester configurator allows you to design a system that meets your specific needs.

Our product line includes floor and table testers, portable hardness testers for various scales (including Shore), as well as hardness test blocks, calibration plates, and indenters for Rockwell, Vickers, and Brinell – complete with ISO 17025-traceable certificates.

Innovation in Hardness Testing

At INNOVATEST, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. Our equipment features advanced software and user-friendly interfaces to ensure reliable results in every price segment, from standard testers to high-end customized solutions.

We offer up to a 25-year warranty on our high-quality machines, which comply with EN, DIN, ISO, ASTM, JIS, GB, NADCAP and other standards.

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