FIBEr: Your Partner for Biomechanical Research and Testing

FIBEr is a leading provider of biomechanical research and testing services, offering a comprehensive suite of solutions to support your product development and testing needs. Our team of experts is dedicated to provide you with high quality services and support you to achieve your goals.

Our main services:

  • R&D consultancy & project management: Our team of experienced researchers can provide you with expert guidance on all aspects of your biomechanical research and development projects. We can help you to define your research objectives, develop a study design, and collect and analyze data. Next, we take care of all of the logistical aspects of your experimental project, from planning and budgeting to scheduling and execution.
  • Design and development of testing protocols & set-ups: We design and implement standard (according to ISO or ASTM standards) or customized testing protocols to meet your specific needs. Our protocols are based on the latest scientific research and industry best practices. We can design and develop customized experimental set-ups to meet your unique requirements. We have the expertise and resources to create any type of set-up you need. Our set-ups are up to date with the latest technology and equipped with add-ons for tissue testing.
  • Human and animal samples harvesting: We can harvest human and animal samples for your research studies via various partners. We have experience with a variety of sample types and can ensure that your samples are handled properly and taking all ethical guidelines into account. Evidently, we can also test the samples you are providing. temperatures.
  • Mechanical benchtop testing of biomaterials, tissues or medical devices testing: We offer comprehensive mechanical testing services for a wide range of biomaterials, including biological tissues, and medical devices (e.g. orthopedic implants, cardiovascular stents). Our testing capabilities adhere to major standards like ASTM and ISO, and we can also develop customized protocols to meet your specific needs. Read more about our mechanical testing expertise.
  • Microstructural imaging & computational modelling: We can analyze the internal structure of your material using advanced imaging techniques. We can develop and use computational models, such as Finite Element Models (FEM), to simulate biomechanical processes or to study the mechanical behavior of your application under various loading conditions. This can increase your understanding and speed up your R&D process.
  • Data processing, analysis and reporting: We can collect, process, and analyze data from your experiments. We have a team of data analysts who can use a variety of statistical and analytical methods to help you make sense of your data. We can prepare comprehensive reports that summarize the findings of your research. Our reports are clear, concise, and easy to understand.
  • Other services: Is what you are looking for not listed? Don’t hesitate to contact us and inform us about your need. We will check with our colleagues at KU Leuven if we can meet your request.

Dedicated program for academic researchers

Recognizing the importance of advancing scientific knowledge and innovation, FIBEr offers exceptional access to our state-of-the-art biomechanical research facilities and equipment for academic researchers, who often require specialized resources to conduct their research. FIBEr supports researchers with a dedicated program for academic researchers:

  • Rent cutting-edge mechanical testing equipment: Gain access to our extensive collection of biomechanical testing equipment, including the latest technologies and instrumentation. A full list of our equipment can be found here.
  • Benefit from expert training: our dedicated team of experienced professionals provides you a comprehensive training to operate our equipment and gives you a head start. Further on, we can support you with testing, data processing and reporting, based on your needs & background.
  • Leverage your research capabilities: by taking advantage of our expertise to design and implement customized testing protocols, tailored to your specific project.
  • Research visit: you can extend your stay to perform your experiments into a research visit. Please use the contact form to discuss a collaboration with our team and we are happy to guide you to lodging, transportation and funding possibilities.
  • Funding: Are you preparing a proposal and want to include mechanical testing at FIBEr? You can mention our core facility, we can provide a supporting letter, a paragraph detailing the experiments and assist you with a budget calculation.
  • Complement with other services: you can complement your service package with all the other aspects mentioned above, taking into account your background, available time and budget.

Why Choose FIBEr?

  • Expertise: Our team of experts has extensive experience in biomechanical research and testing. We have a broad knowledge on and skills in testing various biomaterials and medical devices. We ensure your testing complies with relevant standards or develop custom protocols tailored to your unique needs.
  • Resources: We have the resources in terms of equipment, staff and expertise to support your project at different stages of product development (e.g. R&D or regulatory).
  • Commitment to quality: We are committed to providing you with the highest quality services and support, by making sure we understand your needs and closely collaborating with the customer throughout the project.
  • Customer focus: We are focused on meeting your specific needs and requirements, and tailor our services accordingly. We think along with the customer and assist in helping to formulate the need and translate it into an experiment.
  • Advanced techniques: Our equipment and methods are up to date with the academic and industrial standards. Moreover, we offer additional services like microstructural analysis and FEM simulations to provide a comprehensive characterization.
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Contact Us

If you are looking for a partner to help you with your mechanical testing needs, please contact us. We would be happy to discuss your project and how we can help you achieve your goals.

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