Testing rigs and prototypes

Computer modelling and analysis techniques provide very important insights. But even the best of them is based on assumptions and approximations of actual product behaviour. Full validation of a design can only be achieved by extensive practical testing of representative rigs and prototypes.

Practical testing has always been a crucial aspect of our development and risk management strategy. It is the rationale behind our extensive in-house development workshop and testing facilities. These include CMM and visual inspection equipment, torque and tensile testing stands, and chambers for functional testing at elevated and reduced temperatures.

We meticulously plan, conduct and document all our test programmes, whether we are investigating alternative design solutions; proving a particular solution principle; or carrying out specific robustness or sensitivity studies. Most importantly, the testing itself is undertaken by members of our engineering team, so that the learning we gain is fed back directly into the development of your product.

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