What Labortech does

LABORTECH s.r.o. is a Czech manufacturer of mechanical material testing machines and automated testing systems, founded in 1995 and headquartered in Opava, Czech Republic, with a secondary production site in Budišov nad Budišovkou. The company designs, develops, produces, and services a comprehensive portfolio that includes electromechanical testing machines (LabTest E series up to 600 kN), servo-hydraulic static and dynamic testing machines (H series up to 5 MN), pendulum impact testers (CHK series up to 750 J), drop weight testers (DPFest series), automatic hardness testers (BRFest 29A-F), Jominy end-quench hardenability equipment (AQUATest 642), robotic automated testing workstations (Blue/Yellow Runner), and servo-hydraulic dynamic biaxial cruciform testing machines. Hardware is paired with proprietary software (Test & Motion, IMPACTTest, DropTest), non-contact optical video extensometers (VION series), next-generation hydraulic power units with Industry 4.0 remote monitoring (HAS NEO), and an integrated Impact Testing Center that combines notching, optical inspection, and impact testing in a 40-second automated workflow. The company claims a position among three world leaders in dynamic biaxial testing machines and reports installations across 50+ countries serving aerospace, automotive, construction, steel, plastics, defense research, and academic research customers.

Name

Labortech

Legal name

LABORTECH s.r.o.

Website

https://labortech.cz

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

LABORTECH s.r.o. is a Czech manufacturer of mechanical material testing machines and automated testing systems, serving aerospace, automotive, construction, defense, and research customers across 50+ countries with electromechanical, servo-hydraulic, impact, drop-weight, and robotic testing solutions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Material Testing Machines and Equipment

NAICS

Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)

SIC

Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826)

akta.pro primary industry

Test & Measurement Equipment (Oscilloscopes, DAQ, signal analyzers, calibration benches) (IMAGAFAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Weighing & Force Measurement (Load cells, scales, torque, strain measurement) (IMAGAFAF)

Keywords

• Material testing machines
• Servo-hydraulic testing systems
• Pendulum impact testers
• Drop weight testers
• Automated testing workstations

Headquarters

HQ city

Opava

HQ country

Czechia

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Testing Machines and Equipment Sales: Sale of universal testing machines, servo-hydraulic systems, pendulum impact testers, drop weight testers, and related equipment. Machines are sold as custom-configured solutions with various load capacities, accessories, and software options. Revenue is generated from equipment sales with accompanying installation, training, and calibration services.
2. Testing Accessories and Consumables: Sale of accessories including temperature chambers, extensometers, grips, fixtures, robotic workstations, and peripheral equipment. Also includes calibration services and spare parts.
3. Service and Support: Warranty service (minimum 30 months), post-warranty service (15 years), online pre-acceptances, operator training, and technical support throughout equipment lifecycle.
4. Custom Engineering Solutions: Custom development and implementation of testing systems tailored to specific customer requirements, including 3D modeling, simulation, and customer-specific solutions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Labortech develops, manufactures, and globally sells material testing machines and automated testing systems for static, dynamic, fatigue, pendulum impact, drop weight, and biaxial loading tests, including proprietary control software (IMPACTTest, Test & Motion, DropTest) and accessories such as optical extensometers, temperature chambers, hydraulic power units, and robotic workstations. The company also offers complete testing centers, custom engineering, and lifecycle services (warranty and post-warranty) to manufacturers and research institutions across aerospace, automotive, construction, and materials testing industries.

Product overview

LABORTECH is a Czech manufacturer of material testing machines and automated systems with 30 years of experience (founded 1995). The company offers a comprehensive portfolio organized around three main product lines: (1) Testing Systems including LabTest electromechanical machines (E series), servo-hydraulic machines (H series), dynamic/fatigue testing machines, pendulum impact testers (CHK series), and drop weight testers (DPFest series); (2) Testing Software including IMPACTTest, Test & Motion, and DropTest for test control and data evaluation; and (3) Testing Accessories including video extensometers (VION/ONE), temperature chambers (LABCool), hydraulic power units (HAS NEO), robotic workstations (Blue Runner), and various clamping/gripping fixtures. The products serve over 50 countries in aviation, automotive, construction, and other industries, with machines sold in more than 25 countries worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• LabTest: Primary product brand for testing machines and systems including electromechanical, servo-hydraulic, and dynamic testing machines.
• LabTest CHK
• IMPACTTest
• DropTest
• VION
• DPFest
• LABCool
• OPTOLab 55 II
• VRE
• HAS NEO

Products and services

• LabTest Testing Systems Comprehensive range of material testing machines and systems including electromechanical, servo-hydraulic, and dynamic testing machines for tensile, compression, bending, fatigue, and impact testing across various materials and industries.
• LabTest Servo-Hydraulic Testing Machines (H series) Servo-hydraulic testing machines including H.5, H.7, and H.11 series for static and dynamic testing applications, with high-frequency testing up to 50 Hz and configurable frames.
• LabTest Pendulum Impact Testers (CHK series) Pendulum impact testers for Charpy, IZOD, Dynstat, Brugger and Tensile impact tests according to EN, ISO, ASTM, DIN and GOST standards, available in CHK.1, CHK.2 and CHK 450J series with optional instrumentation.
• Drop Weight Testers (DPFest series) Drop weight testers including DPFest II. generation (DPFest 600) and DPFest 250-2 for impact resistance testing, with modular design, instrumentation options, and temperature chamber integration.
• Testing Software (IMPACTTest, Test & Motion, DropTest) Proprietary software suite including IMPACTTest for impact testing, Test & Motion for tensile testing with motion control, and DropTest for drop weight testing, supporting test execution, data acquisition, and report generation.
• VION Video Extensometer Non-contact optical 3D video extensometer for precise and reliable strain measurement during mechanical testing, replacing the previous ONE range.
• HAS NEO Hydraulic Power Units Next-generation hydraulic power units for static and servo-hydraulic testing machines, featuring modern design, high safety, efficient performance, exceptionally low noise, and Industry 4.0 remote monitoring.
• BRFest Automatic Hardness Testers Automatic hardness testers BRFest 29A-F series for highly efficient and precise hardness measurement using Brinell or Vickers methods, with loads up to 29,400 N and automatic surface preparation and evaluation.
• AQUATest 642 Jominy Test Equipment Second-generation equipment for Jominy end-quench hardenability testing of steel, compliant with ČSN EN ISO 642, ISO 642, ASTM A255 and JIS G 0561 standards.
• LabTest Series 7.250 New-generation testing machines with revolutionary 30th Anniversary Edition design, new drive system and upgraded electronics.
• Servo-Hydraulic Dynamic Biaxial Testing Machines Dynamic Biaxial cruciform testing machines (LabTest 6.250H.11) for multi-axis loading of components in aerospace, automotive, and other industries, with 95% vibration damping efficiency.
• High-Speed Servohydraulic Testing Machine LabTest 6.125H.5.20.1 High-speed servohydraulic testing machine LabTest 6.125H.5.20.1 for dynamic testing under extreme loading conditions, achieving speeds up to 20 m/s and 500 m/s² acceleration for realistic crash and impact simulation.
• Lifting and Lashing Component Testing System (up to 3 MN) Testing system for static (up to 3,000 kN) and dynamic (up to 1,600 kN at 5 Hz) tests of connecting links, bow shackles, shackles, and other lifting and lashing components.
• Testing Accessories Comprehensive range of testing accessories including hydraulic grips, wedge self-locking grips, clamping fixtures, compression fixtures, extensometers, temperature chambers, high-temperature furnaces, and test strikers.
• VRE Notching Device Notching machine for forming V and U grooves on test samples for impact test preparation, part of the integrated Impact Testing Center solution.
• OPTOLab 55 II Optical Check Device Optical specimen check device for visual inspection of notched samples before impact testing, part of the integrated Impact Testing Center solution.
• LABCool Cooling Chambers Cooling chambers for sample preparation at temperatures from -80°C to +20°C, with up to 8-liter tank volume, cooling up to 91 samples, Siemens touch control and external PC software.
• Blue Runner Robotic Testing System Robotic automation system for automated testing workstations enabling continuous and safe operation, modular solutions, and integration with multiple testing types including tensile and impact tests.
• Impact Testing Center (TCR) Integrated testing center combining VRE notching device, OPTOLab 55 II optical check, and CHK pendulum impact tester, with the full process completed in 40 seconds.

Quantifiable outcome

• Increase production by up to 300% and reduce total cost by 70% with automated testing solutions
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability3 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Cientec S.A. de C.V.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2026Mexican company cooperation confirmed for strengthening presence in Latin America. Representatives visited headquarters in Opava, toured production facilities and showroom, and participated in professional training.
• Crest Nanosolutions (M) Sdn BhdcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2022Malaysian partner for market entry and distribution. Successfully installed first LabTest CHK 450J pendulum impact tester in Malaysia with professional staff training. Foundation for further cooperation in Malaysian market.
• SSM Testronik GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2022German partner providing support and participation for LABORTECH at STUTTGART CONTROL 2022 international trade fair. Partnership enables market presence in German industrial engineering sector.
• LECO CorporationcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2020Business partnership for joint participation in Analitika Expo 2020 trade fair in Moscow. LEO represents LABORTECH at the largest trade fair in chemical industry in Russia and CIS countries with 241 exhibitors and 6,000+ visitors.
• Czech Metrology Institute (ČMI)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1995Strategic agreement for production, calibration, and servicing of measuring and testing instruments. Signed in 1995 and regularly updated based on Act No. 505/1990 Coll. Provides LABORTECH with access to latest metrology information and technologies, enhancing credibility for calibration services and market requirements compliance.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• MTS Systems: US-based manufacturer of high-performance mechanical testing and simulation systems, especially strong in servo-hydraulic dynamic and fatigue testing — directly comparable to Labortech's H-series and biaxial machines.
• ZwickRoell: German manufacturer of materials and component testing systems across static, dynamic, impact and hardness; competes with Labortech especially in European automotive and academic accounts, with similar broad product-line coverage.
• Instron: Global leader in mechanical testing systems (electromechanical, servo-hydraulic, impact) for materials and components. Direct competitor to Labortech across aerospace, automotive and academic customers with broader product depth and larger installed base.
• Shimadzu (Testing Machines): Japanese analytical and testing instrument manufacturer with a materials testing machine line (Autograph series, impact testers); broader portfolio but directly competes for tensile, impact and hardness applications.

Emerging players

• ADMET Inc. US-based materials testing equipment maker focused on electromechanical systems and universal testers for production and lab environments — comparable product scope with a smaller, more specialized footprint than the tier-1 incumbents.
• EMCO Test (Emco Group): Austrian hardness testing equipment manufacturer (Vickers, Brinell, Rockwell); closely comparable to the Labortech BRFest automatic hardness tester product line.
• Imatek (Imatek Impact Testing): UK specialist in instrumented impact drop weight and pendulum testers — directly comparable in the impact and drop weight segments where Labortech sells DPFest and CHK series.

Direct peers

• Tinius Olsen: Long-established materials testing machine maker (tensile, impact, melt flow) with comparable mid-size profile to Labortech, serving similar metals, plastics and composites end markets.
• FORM+TEST (formerly TesT GmbH): German maker of servo-hydraulic and electromechanical testing systems for materials and components, including dynamic and biaxial configurations — directly comparable specialty competitor.
• Hegewald & Peschke: German specialist in universal testing machines and custom testing solutions for metals, composites and components — closely comparable niche competitor to Labortech in DACH and broader Europe.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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