Define Hardness Testing at Willrich Precision Instrument Company

Welcome to a world of hardness testing methods and equipment, tailored for quality control and related fields. Let’s take a look at Rockwell, Brinell, Vickers, and Shore hardness tests. Talk with our experts at Willrich Precision Instrument Company. We are ready to guide you through hardness testing and showcase cutting-edge equipment that will optimize your testing processes. Schedule a virtual demo to see how it works:

Rockwell Hardness Testing:

The meticulous application of two levels of force at specified rates and dwell times. Modern advancements have automated the entire testing procedure, ensuring precision and efficiency. 

Digital Rockwell Benchtop Hardness Testers:

Specifically designed for carbon steel, alloy steel, cast iron, non-ferrous metals, and engineering plastics, Digital Rockwell Benchtop Hardness Testers offer unparalleled precision and efficiency. These testers feature a user-friendly touchscreen interface and USB data storage for enhanced usability and data management.

Brinell Hardness Testing:

Ideal for large, porous testing of less hard metals like castings, Brinell hardness testing employs benchtop systems equipped with closed-loop technology. This ensures accurate measurements, while software-driven digital optical systems provide advantages over traditional manual microscopes, enhancing the accuracy and reliability of results.

Vickers/Knoop Hardness Testing:

Micro Vickers/Knoop Hardness Testers emerge as cost-effective solutions for thin and small workpieces. Offering three types of turret control—manual, automatic, and software-driven—these testers cater to various testing scenarios. Macro Vickers Hardness Testers bridge the gap between superficial Rockwell and micro Vickers machines, catering to diverse applications in materials testing.

Shore Testers (Durometers):

Tailored for portable hardness testing, Shore Testers are designed for materials like rubber, soft plastics, and leather. Electronic Durometers, measuring Shore A and Shore D values, provide ease of use with a large LED display and a simple 3-button control interface.

Portable Hardness Testing:

Two popular digital methods, Dynamic Impact and ultrasonic testing, offer distinct advantages. Dynamic Impact, based on the Leeb principle, provides efficient and accurate results and can be brought directly to the workpiece. Ultrasonic testing, on the other hand, offers a non-destructive alternative, ensuring suitability for small and thin workpieces without leaving a mark.

UCI (Ultrasonic Contact Impedance) Technology:

Ultrasonic Contact Impedance (UCI) technology, based on ultrasonics, enables surface testing without marking. This non-destructive method is particularly suitable for thin and small work parts, finding applications in aerospace, automotive, medical parts, and more.

Starrett Hardness Testers:

The article references Starrett Hardness Testers, renowned for their quality and reliability. For further information, including detailed specifications, interested readers are encouraged to explore the home page, unlocking insights into cutting-edge hardness testing technology.

In conclusion, this technical overview aims to equip materials testing professionals with a deeper understanding of hardness testing methods, encouraging the exploration of advanced technologies to optimize testing processes.


In your pursuit of precision and excellence in materials testing, Willrich Precision stands as a stalwart partner with over 50 years of unwavering commitment to Gaging, Inspection, and Metrology. As an ISO:9001:2015 certified organization for the Distribution of Measurement & Gaging Equipment and an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited provider of on-site calibration services, we guarantee the highest standards in quality and accuracy. Whether you are in need of Optical Comparators, Video Measuring Systems, Hardness Testers, Surface Plates, or Force Testers, our seasoned experts are here to guide you.

Located at 80 Broadway Cresskill, NJ 07626, our corporate offices and showroom, along with our dedicated showroom at 3402 Lincoln Highway Paradise PA 17562, serve as hubs of innovation and expertise. At Willrich Precision, we not only offer an extensive range of top-notch products but also provide calibration services for various gauges and measurement equipment through our esteemed ISO:17025 Labs.

Your journey toward unparalleled precision starts with a simple step – reaching out to Willrich Precision. Experience the difference that over five decades of industry expertise can make in optimizing your testing processes. For inquiries, personalized consultations, or to schedule a virtual demo of our state-of-the-art equipment, we invite you to call us today. Elevate your standards with Willrich Precision – where precision meets excellence.


Contact Information:

Willrich Precision Instrument Company

Corporate offices & Showroom:
80 Broadway Cresskill, NJ 07626

Showroom:
3402 Lincoln Highway Paradise PA 17562

by George Chitos