Universal Testers are capable of tensile and compression testing modes within a single frame. Select frames are capable of reverse stress testing. Test types include tensile, compression, shear, flexure, peel, tear, cyclic and bend tests. The feature includes integral PC system running full universal windows software with industry standard and customer specific test methods pre-installed, touch screen display with active tester control panel and readout screen showing real time test curves calculated results and statistics, height adjustable and fully articulated, fully digital testing system with high precision control and accuracy, includes automated computer control of test methods giving simplicity of operation, small footprint design, giving economy of bench and floor space, high efficiency pre-loaded self cleaning ball screws for fast, quiet testing, fitted with sealed for life lubricated end bearings, crosshead guidance system providing precise alignment and smooth running, overload, over travel and impact protection, telescopic covers giving additional protection for ball screws against dust and testing debris. It has wide range of contacting and non-contacting extensometers that includes laser and video models.