Room 19C is dedicated to mechanical vibration and shock testing of large and heavy specimens, with a particular focus on railway undercarriage applications.
Two major test systems are installed in the room:
TWINS System – horizontal axes
An original CENTROTECNICA design and construction, powered by two hydraulic shakers.
The system has been conceived to make the installation of railway undercarriage components as easy and efficient as possible. One of its key advantages is the possibility of changing the test axis without removing the specimen from the fixture.
Servotest – vertical "Z" axis
Powered by four hydraulic actuators, which can operate independently for automotive testing or synchronously when testing large and heavy specimens.
The room itself has also been specifically designed to handle specimens with demanding dimensions and weight: a large access door allows specimens to be loaded and unloaded directly from trucks, while an overhead crane facilitates their positioning and handling inside the test room.
25 / 09 / 2026
CENTROTECNICA presents its research at ECSSMET '26
ECSSMET’26 – the European Conference on Spacecraft Structures, Materials and Environmental Testing – gave CENTROTECNICA Srl, with Andrea Cambiaghi as speaker, the opportunity to present the results of its research to a new, highly qualified audience:
For this occasion, the research was further enriched with practical case studies collected in the period following its first public presentation at IAC2024.
The paper presents a more suitable model for interpreting vibration test results, characterizing the test facility, and correlating test results with FEM analyses.
The practical cases presented highlight some possible improvements to current testing standards and test specifications.
The use of a CENTROTECNICA RT-SP Serie slip table makes it possible to fully exploit the opportunities opened up by this study in the field of vibration testing.
The benefits include highly reliable test results and optimal performance of the electrodynamic shaker.
07 / 09 / 2026
The RT 3200 S - the biggest slip table ever from CENTROTECNICA
A new milestone for CENTROTECNICA
It is not simply big, it is really special, it has been designed to handle two completely different worlds of testing, both with extremely demanding requirements.
- dedicated safety systems designed specifically for high-energy battery testing
SPACE TESTING
- a 2,000 x 2,000 mm slip table surface, very usable for satellite testing
- frequency range reaching up to 2,000 Hz
05 / 07 / 2026
Distribution Test video at Centrotecnica's Lab UPDATING
A typical problem with transport tests is explaining to customers what they consist of. Explaining all the sort of tests and the various options when planning them can be complicated.
We have made this video to help overcome this difficulty. It is intended as a support tool and in no way replaces a qualified consultant.
The tests shown are not complete and many steps are accelerated for editorial reasons, but this should not affect its purpose.
25 / 05 / 2026
Centrotecnica is main sponsor of Martesana Ritmica & Sport SSDRL
Martesana is an association focused on rhythmic gymnastics, both as an educational activity and as a competitive sport. It’s a young organization, but so loved by the people who are part of it that it quickly became a go-to point for many young athletes and families.
Their bright orange uniforms are showing up more and more on the podiums of official competitions — and from now on, they’ll have a touch of yellow too.
We’re especially happy about this partnership, and honestly, one of our proudest achievements is being able to support a local organization that helps, encourage, guide, and make the dreams and passions of so many girls come true.
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