Universal Grip expands into the Material Testing Services Market

The Universal Grip Company has expanded into the Scientific Testing Services market with its purchase of 2 new universal testing machines from Galdabini. UGC will now offer tensile testing services, along with a host of other mechanical tests including bend, compression, peel, and puncture procedures up to 500 lbs. or 2500 newtons. Along with testing […]

What is a Tensile Testing Machine and how does it Work?

Overview A tensile testing machine is used for physical strain testing procedures on standardized sample specimens. The sample is pulled apart from two ends which are fixed to the machine using tensile grips. Tensile testers are also known as pull testers or universal testing machines. These machines play a key role in any material testing laboratory […]

How to Choose the Correct Grips for Tensile Tests in BioMedical Research Applications

Over the past few months Universal Grip has fielded several inquiries related to tensile grips used in biomedical research applications. Both university professors as well as private companies have been searching for the ideal fixture to test bio-gels, skin tissue, tendons, and ligaments. There are several types of grips that can be used for these […]

How the Glass Transition Phase of ASTM D3574 PolyUrethane Foam Affected my Camping Trip

Last weekend my girlfriend and I had the chance to head up to the White Mountains for some camping and hiking. We aren’t super avid outdoorsy types, but she enjoys the quiet and I get to show off what I learned in boy scouts. We spent Friday night packing up the truck with our gear […]

UGC Expands Product Offering with New Manufacturing Partnership

The Universal Grip Company has entered into a new manufacturing and supply agreement with a US based manufacturer of Universal Testing Machines. With the new agreement in place, UGC has expanded its product offering to now include new machines and retrofits. With the new additions, the company’s global addressable market share rises to between $300-$400M annually. UGC […]

The Universal Grip Company announces Seed Funding and Soft Opening.

The Universal Grip Company is proud to announce the signing of a lease in historic Salem, MA. With the establishment of a business address, UGC enters the manufacturing distribution industry as a startup. The company will stock over 5000 SKUs initially, and look to expand the offering while also bringing jobs and business activity to […]