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4 Balls testing, so easy but so important!
February 2026
In a world of high-tech simulation and AI modeling, one test still cuts through the noise: ASTM D4172-21 — The Four-Ba...
RTEC-INSTRUMENTS INC. is proud to announce the acquisition of Micro Materials Ltd
February 2026
RTEC-INSTRUMENTS INC. is proud to announce the acquisition of Micro Materials Ltd., a UK-based pioneer in micro- and nan...
Webinars
see all webinarsHigh Temperature Tribology of TMD-Based Coatings
September 2025
In this live event, Dr Todor Vuchkov will speak about the tribological performance of TMD-based thin films at high temperature. The session will address key challenges and opportunities in their design, preparation, and application across demanding environments.
Hydrogen Meets Tribology: Smarter Testing, Better Materials
May 2026
In this live event, Dr. Anna Igual Muñoz explores the impact of hydrogen environments on friction and wear, explaining the fundamental effects of hydrogen on metals and the challenges they present for tribological systems. The webinar also introduces the principles of developing tribological testing instruments with controlled chemical environments, enabling more accurate evaluation of materials and components for hydrogen applications.
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