This section provides an overview for drop testers as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 16 drop tester manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked drop tester companies as of November, 2024: 1.Emerson Apparatus Inc., 2.L.A.B. Equipment Inc., 3.SAFE LOAD TESTING. USA.
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A drop tester is a device that allows a test object to be dropped spontaneously while repeatedly maintaining a specified height and other conditions in order to determine the impact and effects of dropping the object.
In particular, easily portable and compact smartphones and mobile devices require countermeasures against the impact caused by drops in their operating environment. In order to improve the shock resistance of equipment due to drops, which are relatively easy to occur in the operating environment, it is very important to conduct highly reproducible drop tests.
Drop testers are also used to test the impact resistance of heavy cargo and packaging materials.
Drop testers are used in the development of a wide variety of products. The main application is for industrial products. Drop tests are conducted under two main conditions: one assuming the logistics process and the other assuming the product's usage environment.
Drop tests are mainly used for the development of products that are to be placed in a specific location. Examples are large home appliances such as televisions and refrigerators. These products are very unlikely to be dropped in our daily lives.
Large home appliances may accidentally fall during shipping, distribution, and transfer to stores or purchaser's installation location.
Products that may be dropped depending on the environment in which they are used include mobile devices. Small electronic devices such as smartphones and digital cameras are carried around and used, so it is not uncommon for them to experience drops. Drop test are used to verify the durability and reliability of products subjected to such drops.
The principle of drop tester can be divided into the following types: Holding-Fall Type, Rotating Drum Type, Rotating Arm Type, and Electromagnetic Hook Type.
The holding-fall type has a simple structure. The object is clamped and secured horizontally using a pneumatic pen cylinder. When the object is dropped naturally from a set height, the cylinder separates from the object in the middle of the fall, allowing only the object to fall. This method is effective when you want to drop the object at the same angle.
In the rotating drum type, the object is placed in the drum and the drum rotates at a constant speed. The object can be repeatedly dropped in the drum at random.
The rotating arm type has a drop test mechanism using an air-driven cylinder and a spring. After the table on which the object is placed is moved at high speed by the air cylinder, the table is rotated by the tension of a strong spring and the object is dropped vertically in a natural manner.
The electromagnetic hook type is a device in which cargo suspended by electromagnetic hooks falls naturally when the hooks are released.
In either case, the height at which the cargo is dropped can be set freely. In addition, the drop operation can be set either by remote control or by a control panel. In addition, some of them are equipped with a high-speed camera and can analyze the state of falling.
In drop impact testing, tests are conducted assuming a situation in which a fall actually occurs. If the product to be used is a medium or large-sized household appliance, it is assumed to be used in a stationary position, but for a cell phone, it is desirable to test for a drop from a position half the height of the user.
If the product is expected to be used in a stationary position, a drop test from the height of a truck when loading cargo is conducted to examine the possibility of dropping the product during the distribution process. In addition, the test should not be limited to simple height, but should also include loading by hand, using a forklift, or using a crane to hang the truck if the load is too heavy to be loaded under special conditions.
For example, it is necessary to drop the load while turning. For example, a cell phone can be assumed to be accelerated, not just dropped, so an impact test is also conducted to physically apply velocity to the object.
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Emerson Apparatus, established in 1908 in Emerson, New Jersey, USA, is a manufacturer and supplier of laboratory testing equipment. The company's diverse product range includes instruments for testing various physical properties of materials, such as viscosity, penetration, and friction. These testing instruments are crucial tools utilized in research, quality control, and production processes across industries like lubricants, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. Emerson Apparatus is tasked with providing accurate and convenient testing solutions that ensure product quality and creativity. With over a century of experience, the company serves its customers with cutting-edge equipment that supports scientific advancement and technological progress.
L.A.B. Equipment Inc., founded in 1933 and located in Itasca, IL, is a designer and manufacturer of product reliability and package testing equipment. The products are for systems such as vibration tests, incline impacts, shock tests, data acquisition, and paper & pulp test systems. These include drop testers, hydraulic vibration, compression testers, and transportation simulators that meet the ASTM, ISTA, TAPPI, ISO, and MIL-STD standards. 2019 Spectral Dynamics of San Jose, CA, USA acquired L.A.B. Equipment Inc.
Labtone Test Equipment Co., Ltd. is a manufacturer of environmental testing systems established in 2002 and based in Dongguan, Guangdong, China. The company's products include drop test systems for evaluating the impact resistance of products when dropped, vibration test systems for testing the durability of products under vibratory conditions, and combined environmental test chambers for simulating various environmental conditions. It also offers equipment maintenance, training, and custom testing equipment design services for clients with unique project requirements. The company is ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001-certified, chiefly serving customers in the optoelectronics and telecommunications industries.
Weinmann Prüftechnik, a subsidiary of Schmidt-Engineering GmbH, founded in 1993 and based in Hersbruck, Germany, is a manufacturer of testing technology. The company offers a wide range of equipment for testing furniture, household appliances, and sports and fitness equipment, including devices for measuring furniture armrests and backrests, cutlery bending strength, and ball circumferences. It also offers testing solutions for product electrical safety, as well as for children's toys and strollers, such as impact testers and force measuring instruments. The company holds numerous patents and actively participates in international standard organizations, including CEN, DIN, and ISO.
Since we first commercialized metal oxide humidity sensors in 1970, we have grown up as a leading company in sensing technology mainly in the field of temperature, humidity, dust and acceleration, etc. In the future, we will continue to lead the world by providing sensing and analysis services using IoT, with keywords of safety, security, and comfort.
THP Systems Limited, founded in 2010, is a manufacturer of test and measurement equipment and solutions for climatic testing, vibration, and data acquisition applications. The products include vibration test systems, environmental test chambers, drop & shock test systems, vibration controllers & software, and acoustic measurements. Sensors such as vibrometers and accelerometers for general purpose, high sensitivity, and high temperature are provided. Through THP Services, born in 2016, the company offers rental of equipment, repair, product training, calibration, maintenance, and second-hand systems sales services.
Vibration Source Technology, founded in 1995 and based in New Taipei City, Taiwan, is a manufacturer of environmental test equipment utilized in the electronics, aerospace, vehicle components, and technology sectors. The company offers a wide range of products, including electrodynamic, reactive, and permanent magnetic vibration testers, thermal shock test equipment, drop test machines, and programmable constant temperature & humidity chambers. The company, which has an ISO 9001 certification, serves as the Industrial Technology Research Institute of Measurement Technology Development Center and offers education, training, and calibration testing services.
Dongling Technologies Co., Ltd., founded in 1995, is a manufacturer of mechanical environment and reliability test equipment, a software development and system integration service provider. The company is located in Suzhou, P.R. China, is a subsidiary of Suzhou New District Hi-Tech Industrial Co., Ltd. Its catalog has electrodynamic vibration systems, environmental test chambers, multi-axis multifunctional turntable systems, and test systems for shock, drop, bump, constant acceleration, and transportation. The products are used in aerospace, automobiles, rail transit, aviation, and electronics. The CE and ISO-certified company has awards such as the Technology Innovation Enterprise Award of Industrial and Commerce.
Grande Automatic Test Equipment Limited, located in Dongguan, Guangdong, and established in 2016, is a manufacturer, supplier, and researcher of test equipment applied in the navigation, medical, electronic, military, and telecommunication industries. The products are industrial ovens, mechanical testers, vacuum coating machines, battery test equipment, and ultra-cold storage freezers. Test chambers for formaldehyde, vibration & shock test equipment, and chillers are produced. The company offers a warranty of 2 annum for the products and installation, training, and debugging services. It has earned the ISO 14001:2015, CE, ISO 45001:2018, SGS, and ISO 9001:2015 certifications.
Lansmont Corporation, established in 1971, is a manufacturer and supplier based in the United States, specializing in providing solutions for measuring and simulating real-world environments. Lansmont has a rich history of developing advanced testing and measurement systems. The company's main products include shock and vibration test systems, drop testers, and transportation simulation equipment. Their aim is to help industries ensure the reliability and safety of their products by replicating real-world conditions during testing. Lansmont serves a wide range of sectors, including aerospace, automotive, electronics, and packaging.
SES Scientific Sdn. Bhd., founded in 2017, is a supplier of laboratory testing equipment, laboratory testing, and an ISO consultancy services provider. The testing equipment supplied includes environmental chambers, furniture testing equipment, and paper packaging transportation test equipment such as testers for the drop, incline impact, and vibration test. The company offers testing services for sanitary ware, pipes & fittings, fire protection products, automotive components, and buildings & construction sites. It is headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and is approved by Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia.
Rycobel is a supplier of measuring equipment, optimization of production processes, and maintenance and calibration of various devices. The company has offices in Belgium, Germany, the Netherlands, and France. Rycobel offers various testing equipment for material characterization including vibration testing and bending resistance. They also have equipment for testing paper, beverages, packaging, and textiles among others. Rycobel offers solutions to static electricity, dust and moisture removal from all surfaces, and surface treatment to ensure adhesion to various materials.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Emerson Apparatus Inc. |
14.4%
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2 | L.A.B. Equipment Inc. |
11.8%
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3 | SAFE LOAD TESTING. USA |
9.8%
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4 | Dongling Technologies Co.,Ltd. |
6.9%
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5 | THP Systems Limited |
6.9%
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6 | Grande Automatic Test Equipment Limited |
6.2%
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7 | Lansmont Corporation |
5.9%
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8 | Schmidt-Engineering GmbH |
5.6%
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9 | SHINYEI Technology Co.,LTD. |
5.6%
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10 | Vibration Source Technology |
5.2%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the drop tester page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America | 3 | 30.0% |
Japan | 2 | 20.0% |
China | 1 | 10.0% |
Germany | 1 | 10.0% |
United Kingdom | 1 | 10.0% |
Taiwan | 1 | 10.0% |
Malaysia | 1 | 10.0% |
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