Instron Corporation
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825 University Ave. Norwood, MA 02062-2643 MA Tel. 781-828-2500 Toll Free 800-877-6674 Fax 336-786-2144 |
Type: Subsidiary
On the web:
http://www.instron.com
Instron can tell you if your material is strong. Instron makes instruments, systems, and software for testing the mechanical properties and performance of ceramics, composites, metals, plastics, rubber, and textiles. Instron's static systems measure the amount of continuous force needed to deform a material. Its dynamic systems simulate in-use conditions over time by stretching, compressing, and twisting materials and components such as automotive steering systems. Other products include durometers and hardness testing systems. The company was founded in 1946 by Harold Hindman and George Burr. In 2005 Illinois Tool Works (ITW) acquired Instron, buying the company from Kirtland Capital Partners.
Officers:
CEO: Steven L. Martindale
VP North American Sales: Engineering, Scientific & CAD/CAM Software
VP, CFO, and Treasurer: Construction Materials
Competitors:
Material Technologies
MTS Systems
Waters Corp.
