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MESSRING Sled Test Facilities

MESSRING sled test facilities enable precise acceleration and deceleration tests to be carried out in a non-destructive manner. The facilities can be used to test seat belts, car seats, child seats, aircraft seats, and batteries under controlled conditions.

Five steps to your sled test facility

At MESSRING, we don't just manufacture crash test equipment—we redefine the standards for safety testing. With our unique pre-commissioning process, certified and proven technology, and plug-and-play engineering, we offer unparalleled efficiency, reliability, and ease of use.

Analysis & Concept

Review test objectives, standards, and site conditions - Develop a complete technical concept

Planning & Engineering

Design layout, systems, and infrastructure - Coordinate with authorities and partners

Execution & Project Management

Central coordination of all stakeholders - Ensure schedule, budget, and quality

Installation & Commissioning

Assemble and integrate all systems - Testing, validation, and operator training

Operation & Support

Maintenance, upgrades, and technical support - Ensure long-term performance and compliance

„I am your contact for all matters regarding passive safety. I am happy to help you find the right product.“

Konstantin Kriwulia / Account Management

Sled Systems

MESSRING offers flexible sled solutions for acceleration and deceleration tests. The CIS system enables precise acceleration sled tests, while the HydroBrake system allows for controlled deceleration tests. Both systems deliver reproducible, non-destructive results for the efficient analysis of vehicle components.

M=BRAKE

Area of ​​application

MicroTrack rail guided pre-crash deceleration system for realistic occupant and vehicle data analysis. Supports drive system brakes. Mounted behind vehicle or sled to provide exact braking maneuvers.

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M=SLED Modular

Area of ​​application

Test sled for non-destructive deceleration testing with interchangeable sled platforms.

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M=SLED

Area of ​​application

Test sled for non-destructive deceleration testing.

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HydroBrake

Area of ​​application

Hydraulic programmable sled deceleration system for non-destructive reproduction of complex crash pulses.

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CIS Compact Impact Sled

Area of ​​application

Servo-hydraulic accelerator sled system for non- destructive testing of vehicle components such as safety belts, seats, child seats, batteries or airbags.

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Sled Test Fixtures

Depending on the test requirements, different sled test fixtures are available. These range from simple modules for standard tests to complex for special components or vehicle parts. The sled test fixtures comply with international standards such as UN ECE R, FMVSS, or ADAC, ensuring that tests can be carried out reliably, reproducibly, and in accordance with standards.

FMVSS 213a Sled Test Fixture

Area of ​​application

Sled Test Fixture for testing lateral impacts on child seats according to the FMVSS 213a impact test protocol.

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ADAC Sled Test Fixture for side impact testing

Area of ​​application

Sled fixture for testing lateral impacts on child seats according to the ADAC 10°side impact test protocol.

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ADAC Sled Test Fixture for frontal impact testing

Area of ​​application

Sled fixture for testing frontal impacts on child seats according to the ADAC test protocol.

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FMVSS 213 Sled Test Fixture

Area of ​​application

Sled test fixture for testing frontal impacts on child seats according to the FMVSS 213 test protocol.

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ECE R16 Sled Test Fixture

Area of ​​application

Sled test fixture for testing seat belts according to the ECE R16 test protocol.

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ECE R129 Sled Test Fixture

Area of ​​application

First sled on sled system to perform child seat sled tests according to the ECE R129 test protocol from 2018 with an accelerator sled system.

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