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Discover superior flex testing with our Bending Testing Machines. As a leading China Manufacturer, we provide robust material testing equipment engineered for accurately evaluating the flexural durability and fatigue resistance of footwear components and other flexible testing material under repeated stress.


What Is A Bending Testing Machine?
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A specialized testing machine designed to evaluate a material's resistance to bending or flexural stress, crucial for product durability.
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It applies force to a specimen, causing it to bend, while measuring parameters like flexural strength, stiffness, and fatigue life.
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Widely used for testing material such as plastics, composites, metals, ceramics, and particularly vital for flexible items like footwear components.
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These material testing systems can perform static bends (to a specific angle/load) or dynamic/cyclic bends (repeated flexing).
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Essential material testing equipment for R&D, quality control, and ensuring products meet design specifications and industry standards.
Main Features of Bending Testing Machine
Ensure the durability of your footwear designs with our specialized Bending Testing Machines. Engineered for precision, these systems provide critical insights into the flexural strength and fatigue life of shoe components, vital for quality material testing.
Realistic Shoe Flex Simulation
Accurately replicate the repetitive bending stresses shoes endure during walking. Our machines offer precise angle and cycle control for true-to-life performance evaluation.
Footwear Component Versatility
Test a wide range of shoe materials and components, from outsoles and midsoles to uppers. Customizable fixtures ensure secure gripping for various footwear testing material types.
Built for Repetitive Testing
Designed for high-cycle fatigue testing, our robust machines ensure long-term reliability. Quality components withstand continuous operation, essential for footwear durability assessments.
User-Friendly Shoe Testing
Simplify your quality control with intuitive controls and clear data specific to footwear standards. Our systems make it easy to set up tests and analyze flex performance.
Bending Testing Machine For Sale

WT-6064 Semi-Rigid Sheet Material Flex Testing Machine
This machine precisely evaluates the flexural properties of semi-rigid sheet materials. Ideal for determining bending stiffness and durability, ensuring your materials meet specific performance criteria for various applications.

WT-6055B BALLY Leather Flex Resistance Tester
The WT-6055B Bally tester accurately assesses leather's resistance to repeated flexing. Essential for predicting the durability of shoe uppers and other leather goods, ensuring long-lasting quality.

WT-6055D BALLY Leather Flexing Tester
Our WT-6055D Bally flexing tester is designed for evaluating the flex endurance of leather. It simulates real-world wear, providing crucial data on material integrity for footwear and upholstery.

WT-6053 VAMP Flex Tester
The WT-6053 Vamp Flex Tester specifically targets the flex durability of shoe vamps. It simulates walking stresses, helping ensure comfort and longevity in finished footwear products.

WT-6053B VAMP Flex Tester
This WT-6053B model offers reliable vamp flex testing capabilities. It assesses the resistance of shoe upper materials to cracking or damage from repeated bending during wear.

WT-6032 Penetration Resistance Inserts Bending Testing Machine
Designed for safety footwear, the WT-6032 tests the bending fatigue of penetration-resistant inserts, ensuring they maintain protective qualities after repeated flexing, a critical material testing step.

WT-6032B 2 Stations Penetration Resistance Inserts Flex Testing Machine
The WT-6032B enhances throughput with two testing stations. It evaluates the flexural durability of penetration-resistant inserts, crucial for maintaining safety footwear integrity over time.
WT-6007B Footwear Sole Flex Resistance Tester
Our WT-6007B tester is dedicated to assessing the flex resistance of footwear soles. It determines durability against cracking from repeated bending, vital for shoe performance and longevity.

WT-6120B Electrical Shank Bending Testing Machine
This WT-6120B machine evaluates the bending strength and stiffness of electrical shanks used in footwear. It ensures shanks provide necessary support and maintain integrity after flexing.

WT-6064 Fibreboard Flexing Index Testing Machine
The WT-6064 specifically measures the flexing index of fibreboard materials. This data is crucial for applications where board flexibility and resistance to bending are key performance indicators.

WT-6051 China Standard Shoe Flexing Resistance Testing Machine
Conforming to China standards, the WT-6051 tests shoe flexing resistance. It ensures footwear meets local regulatory requirements for durability and quality through standardized bending protocols.

WT-6050D Shoe Flex Resistance Testing Machine
The WT-6050D provides reliable shoe flex resistance testing. It simulates the stresses of walking to evaluate the durability of entire shoes or specific components against repeated bending.

WT-6050B Shoe Flex Resistance Testing Machine
This WT-6050B model is a robust solution for assessing shoe flex resistance. It helps manufacturers ensure their footwear can withstand numerous bending cycles without material failure.

WT-6033 Footwear Flex Resistance Testing Machine
Our WT-6033 machine offers comprehensive footwear flex resistance testing. It evaluates how well shoes and their components endure repetitive bending, critical for overall product quality.

WT-6057 CRUMP FLEX Tester
The WT-6057 Crump Flex Tester is designed for specific flex testing protocols. It assesses material resistance to cracking or damage caused by repeated flexing under defined conditions.

WT-6045 Footwear Shank Longitudinal Stiffness Testing Machine
This WT-6045 machine measures the longitudinal stiffness of footwear shanks. It ensures shanks offer appropriate support and flex characteristics for optimal foot biomechanics and comfort.

WT-6063 Leather Softness Tester
The WT-6063 Leather Softness Tester evaluates the pliability and suppleness of leather, often involving a controlled bending or flexing action to quantify its tactile softness and comfort.

WT-6055AC 12 Pcs Touch Screen BALLY Leather Flexibility Testing Machine
Enhance your leather testing with the WT-6055AC. This 12-station Bally tester features a touch screen for easy operation, efficiently assessing leather flexibility and flex endurance.

WT-6055A BALLY Leather Flexibility Testing Machine Bending Testing Machine
The WT-6055A Bally tester is a versatile testing machine for leather flexibility. It performs crucial bending tests to determine how well leather withstands repeated flexing stresses.
Bending Testing Machine Technical Specifications
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Load Capacity Range | Ranges from 0.1 N to 500 N for footwear material testing. |
Testing Versatility | Supports flexing, abrasion, slip resistance, and compression tests. |
Accuracy and Precision | Features ±0.5% accuracy with digital sensors for consistent results. |
Environmental Conditions | Operates from 0°C to 50°C and 20% to 80% RH for durability testing. |
Software and Automation | Includes intuitive software with automated test cycles and reporting. |
Speed Range | Adjustable from 10 mm/min to 500 mm/min for varied test requirements. |
Crosshead Travel | Offers up to ±1000 mm displacement for comprehensive footwear testing. |
Extensometer Integration | Supports external sensors for precise deformation measurement. |
Power Supply Options | Compatible with 110V/60Hz or 220V/50Hz, based on regional standards. |
Safety Features | Equipped with emergency stop, overload protection, and safety guards. |
Application Industries of Bending Testing Machine
Footwear Manufacturing: Evaluating the flexural durability and fatigue resistance of finished shoes, boots, and sandals during the design and production phases.
Textile Industry: Testing the bending characteristics and flexibility of fabrics, synthetic leathers, and other upper materials used in footwear construction.
Rubber & Plastics Industry: Assessing the flex crack resistance, elasticity, and bending fatigue of sole materials, midsoles, outsoles, and other plastic/rubber components for footwear.
Materials Science: Researching and characterizing the flexural properties of new polymers, composites, and material blends specifically developed for footwear applications.
Quality Control & Assurance: Ensuring consistent performance and durability of footwear components and finished products by repeatedly testing their bending behavior against standards.
Safety Footwear: Evaluating the flexibility and crack resistance of safety boots and shoes, especially in components like toe caps or sole materials subjected to repeated flexing in industrial environments.

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Ensure your footwear withstands repeated flexing and prevents cracking. Our specialized Footwear Bending Testing Machine rigorously evaluates durability and flex fatigue resistance of soles, uppers, and finished shoes. Gain confidence in your product’s longevity and meet performance standards. Contact us today to learn more and request a demonstration!
Frequently Ask Questions
Q: Why is testing bending durability important for footwear?
A: Footwear is subjected to constant bending during walking or running. Testing ensures that materials and constructions can withstand this repetitive stress without cracking, losing flexibility, or failing prematurely, impacting comfort and longevity.
Q: What specific parts of a shoe can be tested using this machine?
A: Commonly tested components include outsoles, midsoles, complete sole assemblies, upper materials (like leather or synthetics), and sometimes even the complete finished shoe, depending on the specific test method and machine type.
Q: How does the machine simulate real-world walking or flexing?
A: The machine repeatedly bends a sample or shoe at a specific angle and speed for a set number of cycles, mimicking the flexing action that occurs in the flex area of the foot during movement.
Q: What are some common types or methods of footwear bending tests?
A: Well-known tests include the Ross Flex Test, De Mattia Flex Test, Bally Flex Test (or Vamp Flex), and tests specifically for finished footwear bending, each with different sample preparation, bending mechanisms, and standards.
Q: Which international standards apply to these tests?
A: Numerous international standards govern footwear bending tests, including methods from ISO (e.g., ISO 20344), ASTM (e.g., ASTM D1052, ASTM D813), SATRA, and national standards, specifying procedures for various materials and test types.
Q: Can different materials used in footwear (like rubber, leather, synthetics, composites) be tested?
A: Yes, these machines are designed to test the bending properties of a wide range of materials commonly used in footwear construction, including various types of rubber, leather, synthetic leathers, textiles, and thermoplastic elastomers.
Q: Is sample preparation required before using the machine?
A: Yes, specific sample preparation is usually required. This might involve cutting test pieces of standard dimensions from sheet material or components, sometimes creating a small initial cut (nick) to act as a stress concentration point for crack growth analysis.
Q: How does the bending test relate to the final product quality and comfort?
A: A shoe or component that performs well in a bending test is likely to be more durable and comfortable in use, resisting cracks that can lead to water penetration, discomfort, and premature product failure.