GLEEBLE SYSTEMS: LEADING THERMO-MECHANICAL SIMULATORS FOR ADVANCED MATERIALS TESTING
The Gold Standard in Thermal-Mechanical Physical Simulation Since 1957
Transform your materials development and manufacturing processes with Gleeble’s precision thermo-mechanical physical simulation technology. Originally developed by Dr. Hugo Ferguson, Dr. Warren Savage, and Dr. Ernest Nippes to simulate the heat-affected zone of arc welding, Gleeble® systems have evolved into the industry standard for high-fidelity physical simulation. Today, they deliver unparalleled accuracy in ultra-high-temperature testing through direct resistance heating, and controlled thermal-mechanical loading for metals, alloys, and advanced materials. Researchers and manufacturers worldwide rely on Gleeble for accurate, repeatable physical simulation across the full materials development lifecycle.
CONTACT GLEEBLE TODAY!
Have a materials challenge that standard testing can’t solve? Connect with our Gleeble experts to discuss your application, simulation requirements, or custom system needs. We’ll help you define the right solution to move your research or production program forward.
WHY GLEEBLE
Accelerate Innovation, Reduce Costs, Optimize Manufacturing
In today's competitive materials industry, manufacturers and research institutions face mounting pressure to develop superior products faster while minimizing costly full-scale production trials. Gleeble thermal-mechanical physical simulation systems solve this challenge by enabling you to precisely replicate real-world manufacturing conditions in a controlled laboratory environment, before committing to expensive production runs.
Whether you're optimizing welding procedures, developing next-generation alloys, or troubleshooting production issues, Gleeble's direct resistance heating technology and servo-hydraulic control deliver repeatable, reliable results that translate directly to your manufacturing process.
Direct Resistance Heating
Unmatched heating rates up to 10,000°C/second with precise temperature control via our proprietary resistance heating system.
- Heating rates from 0.01°C/s to 10,000°C/s
- Ultra-high temperature testing to 3000°C
- Energy-efficient operation vs. traditional furnace heating
Servo-Hydraulic Control
Precision mechanical testing with programmable controls for complex thermal-mechanical cycles.
- Standard metallurgical tests and much more
- Varied strain rates achievable
- Forces up to 200 kN (model-dependent)
- Real-time testing data feedback
Advanced Data Acquisition
Comprehensive measurement and control systems capture critical material behavior throughout testing.
- High-speed data sampling (up to 10 kHz per channel)
- Synchronized thermal-mechanical data
- Custom measurement system integration
- Multi-channel synchronized data acquisition
Precise Thermal Cycling
Simulate complex heating and cooling profiles with exceptional accuracy for process simulation and heat treatment studies.
- Programmable multi-segment thermal profiles
- Controlled atmosphere testing (vacuum, inert, oxidizing)
- Rapid quenching capabilities
- Unmatched thermal control for all testing and process simulations
Process Replication
Accurately simulate real manufacturing processes from continuous casting to forging, rolling, and welding.
- Hot rolling, forging and extrusion
- Continuous casting
- Welding and joining
- Strip annealing and heat treatment
- And much more…
Modular Flexibility
Expand capabilities with Mobile Conversion Units (MCUs), and specialty testing accessories.
- Hydrawedge
- MAXStrain
- Hot torsion testing
- Large sample strip annealing
WHAT IS PHYSICAL SIMULATION?
Physical simulation is the exact reproduction of the thermal and mechanical processes in the laboratory that a material is subjected to during the manufacturing process or end use. Physical simulation is a valuable tool used to study metallurgical processes, develop new materials and replicate real world conditions in the laboratory.
- Lower Costs - Reduce product development, processing & energy costs
- Optimize Manufacturing Processes - Develop new procedures & troubleshoot existing processes
- Optimize Materials - Develop new materials and applications
- Increase Production - Reduce scrap and maximize output and efficiency
- Faster Product Development - Reduce time to market and R&D expense
- Improved Product Quality - Improve product consistency and quality
COMPLETE SUPPORT ECOSYSTEM
CONTACT GLEEBLE TODAY!
Have a materials challenge that standard testing can’t solve? Connect with our Gleeble experts to discuss your application, simulation requirements, or custom system needs. We’ll help you define the right solution to move your research or production program forward.
Join 500+ leading organizations worldwide who trust Gleeble Systems for their thermal-mechanical simulation needs. Our applications team is ready to discuss your specific requirements and demonstrate how Gleeble can accelerate your research and reduce development costs.
