Rattle and Twist Machine

Recently, Burke Porter Europe was approached by a major OEM looking for a test-track alternative. With condition requirements supplied by the customer, BEPE produced, for the first time, one rig capable of fulfilling the tests of a track--without going on the track-- thus removing concerns of weather interference and other uncontrollable variables.

The Rattle & Twist rig simulates both high and low frequency rattles by driving fast and slow (motors activate in-sync the wheels not driven by the engine) and left and right bend by inclining the front and rear bed from left to right.

Twist action is achieved by tilting the front and rear bed in opposite directions. Rattle patterns can be changed by starting rolls under different angles. Rattle force is also variable, without changing pads achieved by paving the rolls, increasing size from left to right on the drum. This way, when steering to the right side, the rattle effect increases. All safety measures are taken into account.

About Burke E. Porter Machinery Over the last 50 years, Burke E. Porter Machinery Company has developed the reputation of a technology pioneer and global leader in Vehicle Test Systems.  Manufacturer of the first fully electric DVT Roll/Brake machine, BEP has paved the way for innovation in automotive testing.  Supplying End-of-Line equipment, Dynamometers and Tire and Wheel Assembly systems to all major OEM’s throughout the world, BEP is the trusted source for automotive test systems that are quality built and proven reliable.  With manufacturing, engineering, sales and service facilities located worldwide, BEP covers the world for all your testing needs.

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Burke E. Porter Machinery Co.
730 Plymouth NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49505 USA
Phone: +1-616-234-1200