CONSTRUCTION

MATERIALS
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Smart, Automatic and Connected

Concrete Power and Control Unit

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PRO

Smart, automatic and connected Compact-Line compression machines

Integrated computerized control system for quick, intuitive and efficient testing

The leading-edge high definition 7” color graphical

display is easy-to-follow and works like a tablet or
smart-phone. This makes it easy to perform test and
access the latest international Standards resulting in
more rapid training of new staff and higher testing
through-put.

Automatic and seamless reporting

to all major LIMS systems via our
Active control of up to 4 frames
Data Manager software.
with selection via display or PC
(no manual operation or valve
switching required).
Large intuitive graphic
color 7” display
similar to tablet or phone
800 x 480 pixel.
Variable speed with permanent
magnet DC motor for superior Dual user interface
performances at low load rates via console display or PC with
and low load value. Soft platen-to- optional DATAMANAGER software.
specimen contact for more accurate
speed control from the very
beginning of the ramp. Oversampling function
increasing the sampling rate
when specimen is approaching
High speed pump closes the
the failure for better
daylight above the specimen at the
identification of peak value.
fastest speed for maximum sample
throughput.

Optimum accuracy
is obtained with 19-bit effective
resolution (524,000 datapoint)
and extended class-1 range.

Main menu Easy test set-up Test is complete and results accurate
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Smart Connectivity
AUTOMAX PRO introduces new features and capabilities that will
revolutionize the operations of any progressive construction quality
testing laboratories.
Two models available
Link-LAB Local
Available for systems that operate
stand-alone using the controller only
LinkLAB is CONTROLS’ new proprietary Laboratory
without a PC.
Connectivity Package that brings total reliability and
transparency to your testing process. It allows your machine
to take direct inputs from many ancillary devices, reducing Link-LAB Enterprise
error-prone manual tasks and eliminating transposing errors. Available for new and existing
The addition of an integrated smart camera for recording your systems controlled by PC via
testing ensures that you can deliver unadulterable results that DATAMANAGER Software.
can be easily documented and shared.

Sample Information Acquisition

Direct acquisition provides a

tidier operation eliminating
the possibility for data
transposition errors.

Compatible devices include but are

not limited to:

9 calipers
9 digital balances
9 ID bar-code readers

Test Video Recording *

High Resolution Video Recording Automatic Sample Identification

Fit your compression machine with The SID READER module is an extra
an integrated high resolution smart tool to be activated in the PC software
camera to record all your testing. allowing the smart camera to read and
recognize the barcode on a sample.
Video recording not only proves
that a test has been performed but The sample ID, read by the camera,
also provides unalterable test results, will be displayed during the test and
raising the bar of reliability and recorded along with the other data
transparency. At the end of a test, such as data, time, elapsed time, load
easily save your recording and test and strength values.
results in the PC software’s archive.

* Only available if your machine is fitted with LINK-LAB Enterprise

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Fully Compliant and Versatile

Now you can perform a list of pre-set test methods without any
operator variation. The machine automatically performs the test at
correct test speeds, plus conformance to Standards can be easily proven.

Robust design and build in full compliance with ASTM C39 and EN 12390-3

Standard testing features include: rapid approach, soft-touch in percentage and saving of specimen failure type image.
test start, initial pause for specimen alignment, double load This ensure the system is fully compliant with all the main
rate option, height/ diameter correction factor, final calculation international concrete testing standards including ASTM C39
of effective-load-rate-applied, peak sensitivity expressed and EN 12390-3.

Wide variety of
materials tested
Improved PID algorithms and multi-
PID settings ensure the system can be
perfectly tuned for a variety of material
with differing characteristics.

Quick and simple to

operate even for operators
with limited expertise Multilingual functionality
The easy-to-use high-definition Wherever you are, the system can be adapted to your local
graphical interface based on tablet language, units or Standards and is fully compatible with
and smart-phone display technology non-Latin characters for Chinese, Cyrillic, etc.
includes handy features such as
graphical failure-type, specimen-
geometry and access to the latest
international testing standards.
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Technical Specifications
Hydraulics Firmware
Dual stage HPU: centrifugal low pressure for Execution of compression, flexure, indirect
fast approach automatically switches to radial tensile, ACV tests in automatic mode with load
multi-piston high pressure for loading rate controlled by a closed-loop PID system

DC motor: 720 W, 50-60 Hz Execution of loading ramps allowing the manual

increase or decrease the test speed during the test
Maximum working pressure: 700 bar
Pause command to maintain steady load can be enabled at
Load / unload electrovalve for test execution via
a pre-set value before the test or as required while testing
display / PC and automatic stop at specimen failure
Simultaneous display of load, specific load,
Third and fourth frame option, control of up
actual load rate, load / time graph
to 4 frames by selection via display / PC
Zoom option on the test graph
ES Energy Saving technology to reduce power
consumption and promote silent operation Saving of the specimen failure type (to EN or ASTM) in test results

Download data to internal printer (optional) or

to PC via RS 232 port or to USB memory stick
Hardware Ethernet port for PC / network communication
524.000 points high-resolution / stability analogue channels
Multi-coefficient linearization of the calibration
4 channels for load sensors (pressure transducers and curve for better accuracy at low loads avoiding
load cells) the use of a second pressure transducer.

Control frequency: 250 Hz Recording facility for up to 9 test profiles for each channel
including: type of test (e.g. compression, flexural, indirect
Sampling frequency: 250 Hz
tensile), specimen size and shape, load rate, test standard
7”, 800 x 480 px, 16m colors, icon-driven touchscreen and other general information. Each one of the recorded
graphic display (like tablet or phone) test profiles can be recalled automatically to save time.

Unlimited storage capacity for test Improved PID algorithm and multi PID selection.
data on internal 16 GB SD card Up to 3 different PID settings can be tuned for a
variety of materials (e.g. cylinder with neoprene
USB port for test data storage or for firmware
pads and low strength specimens) and test
upgrade by external USB memory stick
methods (e.g ACV and flexure, indirect tensile).
Ethernet port for PC / Internet / network communication
Compatible with the newly released DATAMANAGER
Optional integrated graphic printer software, tailored for construction material testing laboratories,
including Load-Time plot for real-time data acquisition, display and management
RS 232 port for data downloading in ASCII format Peripheral devices integration with Link-LAB

Automatic load measurement verification

procedure, by connecting suitable load cells
and our digital readout unit to PC

Language selection (including Cyrillic and Chinese)

Unit selection (kN, ton, lbf )

USB port for firmware upgrade and safe backup of the original
configuration data (PID, calibration, etc.), in case of loss and / or
data corruption. The restore to factory settings function is
easy to use and reduces the need of any technical support.
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Technical Specifications
Software Packages
50-SW/DM

DATAMANAGER software package for compression,

indirect tensile, 3 points and 4 points flexural
tests on different types of specimens.

The PC allows:

• Remote control of the whole system and the automatic

execution of test including: fast approaching,
zeroing, application of correct load rate, automatic
interruption at the end of the test, numerical and
graphical management of test results, etc.
• Active frame selection via software.

• Printing and saving of customized test reports

both for single and batch tests in Excel format .

• Choice of several languages plus ability to

customize with a further local language.

• Automatic load measurement verification procedure

including data acquisition and printing of traceable
calibration certificates when connected to the digital
readout unit (model 82-P0801/E) and the suitable load cell.

Upgrading Options
THIRD AND FOURTH FRAME CONNECTION
The AUTOMAX PRO system can control two frames as
standard and it can be upgraded with a hydraulic valve for
controlling (not simultaneously) a third and a fourth frame.
Note: when connecting a low capacity frame (i.e. flexural or cement)
pressure regulator 65-L1400/X5 may be necessary for AUTOMAX PRO testers.
Please ask our technical department.

50-C10D/3F
Electrovalve for third frame connection.

50-C20E/4F
Electrovalve for fourth frame connection.
To be used with 50-C10D/3F.
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Upgrading Options
SERIAL PRINTER INSTALLATION

AUTOMAX PRO systems can be upgraded by

incorporating a serial printer in the rear panel with
the following specifications:

• Very quiet printing

• High speed: 50mm / sec
• High resolution: 200 dpi = 8 dots / mm
• Paper width: 58 mm
The printer allows test results (including load / time plot) to be
AUTOMAX Pro fitted with Serial Printer
printed at the end of the test.

50-Q60P/PR
Installation of a serial printer on the AUTOMAX PRO control
panel allowing load / time plot.

Models Overview

CAPACITY [kN]
PRO

1,500 2,000 3,000 4,000 5,000

Cubes/Cylinders - C46F02 C56F02 C68F02 C78F02

EN
STANDARD

Blocks - C47F02 C57F02 C69F02 C79F02

Cylinders A12F02 A42F02 A52F02 - -

ASTM*
Blocks - - - - -

Note: For 110V, 60 Hz versions change last code number from 2 to 4. Example: 50-C46F04, C56F04, C68F04.
*
These machines can be calibrated in lbf unit. For the codes change second last code number from 0 to 1.
CONTROLS Customer Care
As one of the longest established manufacturing companies in the world of Construction Materials
Testing solutions, we are dedicated to supplying high quality, accurate, affordable, easy to use systems.

As a valued customer of CONTROLS, you will receive continuous, expert support and advice for your
equipment. Furthermore, we can offer full installation and training in the correct operation of your
CONTROLS equipment.

For support from our expert Customer Care Team, contact your local CONTROLS office / distributor or
email [email protected].

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