
Surface Machine Systems (SMS) is a developer and manufacturer specializing in tribological and material science testing instrument solutions, material science services, and analytical software. Established in 2006 to foster research at Texas A&M University’s PTC SCRATCH Consortium, SMS has pioneered advancements in imaging software, configurable impactors, and scratch tester machines. Their instruments, such as the Scratch G5 and Digital Izod/Charpy Impactor, are designed to meet various industry standards for scratch, mar, wear, and indentation testing. SMS also offers on-demand testing services, equipment maintenance, and custom engineering solutions, leveraging AI for automated analysis. Their mission is to provide leading applied tribology solutions to major scratch and mar applications, enhancing partner productivity and reducing waste.

Surface Machine Systems (SMS) is a developer and manufacturer specializing in tribological and material science testing instrument solutions, material science services, and analytical software. Established in 2006 to foster research at Texas A&M University’s PTC SCRATCH Consortium, SMS has pioneered advancements in imaging software, configurable impactors, and scratch tester machines. Their instruments, such as the Scratch G5 and Digital Izod/Charpy Impactor, are designed to meet various industry standards for scratch, mar, wear, and indentation testing. SMS also offers on-demand testing services, equipment maintenance, and custom engineering solutions, leveraging AI for automated analysis. Their mission is to provide leading applied tribology solutions to major scratch and mar applications, enhancing partner productivity and reducing waste.