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Springs
Springs are elastic objects used to store mechanical energy and they change shape in response to external forces, returning to their original shapes when the forces are removed.
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Types of friction
Static friction
Static friction prevents an object from moving when a force is applied.
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Speak to an Expert
To learn how automated test calculations and advanced software could benefit your quality assurance, production or R&D processes, speak to a Mecmesin specialist.
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How is texture testing performed?
Common test types and measurements
Compression tests - assess firmness or hardness by applying a controlled force to compress the sample.
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Introduction to compressive burst testing
Compressive burst testing is a specialised method for determining the maximum internal pressure a container can withstand before structural failure.
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Speak to an expert
If you need accurate and repeatable insertion and withdrawal testing for connectors, fasteners, or closures, Mecmesin’s technical specialists can help you select th
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Shear testing equipment and procedures
Accurate shear testing requires precise control of movement, force measurement, and fixture selection.
Mecmesin offers:
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Equipment and procedures
SCT testing equipment and tools
Accurate SCT testing requires equipment that can apply controlled and repeatable loads:
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Cleavage strength testing is essential for confirming material and adhesive performance in demanding applications.
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Physiology
We exert force and torque with our muscles in almost all our everyday activities.
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Why Mecmesin?
With over 40 years of experience, Mecmesin delivers torque testing systems that are precise, easy to use, and fully supported.
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Speak to an expert
Need help selecting the right test method or equipment for your material? Mecmesin specialists are available to advise on setting up effective bulk analysis routines.
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How is top-load testing performed?
Equipment and setup
The essential equipment for a top-load test includes:
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Introduction to compressibility and recovery testing
Compressibility and recovery testing measures how a material behaves under load and how effectively it returns to its original form once the load is removed.
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Importance of ergonomic strength testing
Ergonomic strength testing is essential for ensuring that human performance matches task requirements. This alignment reduces the risk of musculoskeletal injuries and improves long-term health outcomes.
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Testing procedures for electrical connectors
For electrical connectors, insertion and withdrawal testing is essential to ensure reliable contact, mechanical robustness, and compliance with relevant standards.<
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Speak to an expert
Speak to one of our technical specialists today to discuss your shear testing in tension requirements and discover how Mecmesin can help you achieve accurate, compliant, and repeatable results.
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Mecmesin solutions for T-peel testing
With decades of experience in materials testing, Mecmesin provides accurate, repeatable T-peel testing systems that meet ASTM D1876, ISO 113
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Introduction to cleavage strength testing
Cleavage strength testing is a specialised method for assessing a material or adhesive joint’s ability to resist forces that try to split it apart along a bond line.
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How is compression texture testing performed?
Test methods and parameters
A typical test places the sample on a stable platform beneath a compression plate or probe.
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Case study
Edge Crush Test (ECT) of corrugated cardboard
Requirement
Introduction
Over the weeks of the 2020 global COVID-19 lockdown confinement, there has been a surge of home deliveries, with even e-commerce giants struggling to fulfil demands and hiring fleets of new workers.
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Types of testing methods
Electromechanical and servohydraulic systems
Two main actuation technologies are used in tension and compression testing: electromechanical systems and servohydraulic systems.
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Guide
OmniTest™ 5.0 Operation and Installation Manual
Scope
This reference manual covers the operation of an OmniTest-5.0 force test stand, intended for use with Mecmesin enhanced load sensors, extensometer devices and other Mecmesin accessories.
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Essentials of Cork Pull & Cork Elasticity Testing
Cork stoppers are extremely successful wine bottle closures that have been in use from ancient times.