Hess Soft & HessMaster

Universal Testing Software for Materials and Components

Hess Soft and HessMaster are powerful software solutions for conducting standardized and custom material and component tests. They enable precise, efficient, and flexible test execution – perfectly tailored to all Hess GmbH testing machines as well as various retrofitted and custom systems.

Hess Soft – Universal Testing Software for Versatile Applications

Hess Soft is the proven software platform for all testing devices equipped with Electronic Drive Controllers of generations TMN, 2, and 5. It supports a wide range of applications – from standard tests to complex custom procedures.

Key Features:

• Machine Communication & Test Setup
  Control of the testing machine in standard and block programming modes
• Data Acquisition, Visualization & Analysis
  Real-time display of measurement data, multi-graph support, result calculation
• Block Programming
  Freely configurable test sequences using a modular approach – no programming skills required
• Result Editor & Statistics Functions
  Custom formula creation and recalculation tools
• Measurement Data Management
  Integrated SQL database with advanced search and filter functions
• External Device Integration
  Support for extensometers, sensors, and other add-on devices

Free Support Included:
Our experts provide telephone and remote support (e.g., via TeamViewer) – professional, direct, and at no extra cost.

HessMaster – The Modular All-in-One Solution for Your Testing Needs

HessMaster is the universal testing software designed for complex testing tasks in quality assurance, research, and development. It combines user-friendliness, high precision, and maximum flexibility within a modern, Windows-based interface.

Performance Highlights:

• Intuitive Test Assistant
  Guided workflows for error-free testing – from data input to final report
• Custom Test Sequences & Standard Adaptation
  Supports both standardized and fully customized test procedures
• Comprehensive Device Integration
  Control of external devices (e.g., temperature chambers, video modules, extensometers)
• Expandable via Modular Add-ons
  Formula editor, fracture mechanics, calibration, multi-user access, and more
• Report Editor
  Fully customizable result reports with company branding and formatting options

Application Areas

Hess Soft and HessMaster are suitable for testing:

• Materials and components
• Tension, compression, bending, torsion, peeling, and shear tests
• Creep, relaxation, and cyclic testing
• Freely definable or non-standardized test sequences

The software supports all testing machine series – from low-load to high-capacity systems, including retrofitted legacy machines.

System Requirements & Training

A standard PC with Windows 7 or 10 Professional is sufficient to operate either software solution. We recommend a one-day training session (optional) for successful implementation. Solid PC and Microsoft Office skills are required.

Your Benefits with Hess Soft & HessMaster

• Future-proof software with ongoing updates
• High level of automation and user comfort
• Modular expandability for custom requirements
• Free application support included
• Ideal for test labs, production environments, and R&D

Questions or interested in a live demo?
Our team is happy to assist you – with expert advice, tailored to your needs.