From the gearbox to the complete drivetrain

Drives that pass every test

High torques, precise gear changes and long mileages - drivetrains must function reliably under all conditions. With our customizable test benches, we simulate realistic driving profiles, loads and endurance runs to ensure performance, efficiency and durability.

Precision for performance and durability

Dynamics that remain controlled

Transmissions and drivetrains transmit power - and must function precisely, efficiently and with a long service life. PTS-Prüftechnik tests mechanical load and digital control in interaction: with transmission-in-the-loop, wheelset testing and direct diagnostics on the test bench. This not only provides you with measured values, but also a sound basis for decision-making for your system approval.

Dynamics at test bench level

Our modular test systems analyze torque, gear behavior and thermal effects - under real and simulated conditions.

Scope of services:

Wheelset testing under realistic driving profiles
Gear change and load change cycles
Transmission-in-the-loop (TiL)
Automated application tests
Online evaluation of temperature, torque, damage
Pattern & trend monitoring for early damage detection
In-house diagnostics directly on the test bench
Real-time software updates in test mode

Accelerate your development with digital precision and mechanical resilience.

For precise and reliable tests

Test specimens & infrastructure at a glance

Typical test specimens:

Our test benches cover the entire range of modern drive systems:

Automatic and manual transmissions
Wheelsets & axle components
Cardan and drive shafts
E-machines as load or drive units
Clutch & damping systems

Technical infrastructure:

We rely on versatile test environments for precise analyses:

Modular test benches for manual & automated tests
Combustion or electric engine as load source
Air-conditioned test cells (-70 °C to +240 °C)
High-resolution data acquisition (CAN, analog, digital)
In-house workshop for prototypes & special setups
Analysis platform for damage & application parameters

Advantages

Holistic system testing

Real test conditions

Customized tests & analyses

Everything from a single source

Drive units

Realistic testing of complete systems >

Assemblies & components

Secure individual components mechanically, electrically and hydraulically >

Clutch & brake systems

Friction pairings and actuating mechanism in functional interaction >

Component diagnosis, diagnostics & optimization

Recognize causes of errors early on and rectify them in a targeted manner >

Transmissions & drivetrains in the context of powertrain testing

More than just gears

Transmission and drivetrain tests are part of our comprehensive powertrain portfolio. We combine mechanical, electrical and thermal tests into an overall system test - for valid results from the component to the complete drive unit.

Explore the full Powertrain Testing portfolio