Industries we serve:

• Automotive market
• Mobility market
• Aerospace & Aviation market
• Maritime market

• High-Tech market
• Defense & Security market
• Packaging market
• Seismic equipement market

Road-to-Rig: From Road to Lab

To ensure our shaker tests reflect real-world conditions as closely as possible, we can start where it all begins: on the road. For customers who do not possess real-world data, VDL ETS can help out by doing actual road tests to record necessary data which can be used as input for our shaker. Using our private test track, which features eight distinct road types — from cobblestones and speed bumps to rough asphalt and smooth tarmac — we gather real-time vehicle data under realistic driving scenarios.

This data includes vibration patterns, shock events, and dynamic load responses that components experience during actual use. By capturing these signals with high-precision sensors, we can build a comprehensive picture of how systems behave in the field.

The recorded data is translated into lab-based shaker profiles, allowing us to replicate these exact conditions in a controlled environment. This road-to-rig approach bridges the gap between field testing and laboratory validation, combining practical relevance with scientific precision.

The result? Highly accurate, repeatable tests that accelerate development, improve reliability, and reduce the need for costly on-road trials.

Reporting & Engineering Insights

Every shaker test concludes with a comprehensive engineering report, designed to provide clarity, traceability, and actionable intelligence for your development teams. These reports go beyond raw data — they form the foundation for informed decision-making across design, validation, and simulation workflows.

What’s Included:

• Measurement data captured from all sensor channels
• Visual graphs and plots for vibration profiles, acceleration curves, and damage accumulation
• Failure and performance analysis, highlighting critical stress points, fatigue behavior, and structural integrity
• Environmental impact insights, including effects of vibration under high temperature, high voltage, and contaminated conditions
• High-speed camera footage (if applicable) for visual inspection of dynamic failure modes
• Correlation with CAE models, enabling refinement of virtual simulations and predictive analytics

If desired, the engineering department can provide support in setting up and executing an improvement process.

Value for Engineering & Development:

This data is a strategic asset for:

• Validation programs across automotive, aerospace, high-tech, and defense sectors
• Simulation model calibration for more accurate digital twins
• Lifecycle predictions and durability assessments
• Compliance documentation for standards such as ISO 16750, UN38.3, and LV123/124 and more

By combining real-world testing with analytical depth, our reports empower engineers to make confident decisions — whether you're refining a prototype, validating a production model, or preparing for certification.