Ball Burst Fixture (Instron), New Orleans, LA

The USDA's Agricultural Research Service, CQI Research Unit in New Orleans, is seeking one ball burst compression fixture compatible with an existing Instron frame for expanded testing of cotton bale bags. The required fixture, preferably the Instron model 2810-195, must meet specific characteristics: it should conduct puncture tests on woven and knitted textiles, operate within a temperature range of 10 to 40 °C (50 to 100 °F), and have a minimum accessory height of 305 mm and width of 133 mm. Additionally, it must support a load capacity of at least 10 kN and comply with upper fitting specifications (6 mm and 0.5 in Clevis Pins). Importantly, the fixture must adhere to ASTM testing standards D3787, D6797, and 191A, and be compatible with the existing Instron frame model no. 5567. This request illustrates the USDA's focus on enhancing the capabilities of material evaluations to support agricultural research and development.

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