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Introduction to secant modulus
In material testing and engineering, understanding how a material responds to applied stress is essential for predicting performance, ensuring safety, and optimising design.
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Take control of your torque testing
Torque testing is a way of determining how an object will react when it is being turned - during normal operation or being twisted until it deliberately fails or breaks.
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Introduction to material mechanics
Material mechanics is the study of how materials respond to forces such as tension, compression, torsion and shear. It is a core discipline within engineering, underpinning design, manufacturing and quality assurance across many sectors.
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Why torque testing is essential in packaging
Prevents leakage in liquid containers
Ensures seal integrity and prevents contamination
Confirms child-resistant closures are effective and compliant
Improves user experience by avoiding over-tightening
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Benefits of accurate bursting strength measurement
Reliable burst strength testing delivers several tangible benefits:
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Why Mecmesin for chord modulus testing
Precision equipment
Mecmesin’s MultiTest-dV and OmniTest
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Equipment for burst testing
The right equipment depends on the container type, material, and applicable standard.
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Types of compressive shear tests
Test configurations vary according to the material, application, and relevant industry standard.
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Torque testing methods and equipment
Equipment used
Strip torque testing can be carried out using:
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Loop tack test procedure
Sample preparation
Cut adhesive strips to the required length and width stated in the chosen standard. Condition the samples at the specified temperature and humidity before testing.
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Why removal torque is important
Removal torque is critical to packaging performance and user experience.
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The 3-Point Bend test goes to Summer School
Both Dr. Cote and Grubbs agree that one of the highlights of their year is the Materials Science summer course for high school students, where they had students design their own candy composites.
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Bei der Nadelpenetrations- und Widerstandsprüfung werden die Kraft, die zum Einführen einer Nadel in ein Material erforderlich ist, und die dabei auftretende Reibung bewertet.
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Accuracy and repeatability
Achieve a level of accuracy and repeatability that cannot be achieved by manual testers. Reduce your testing time and increase your throughput when performing batch tests.
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Physiology
We exert force and torque with our muscles in almost all our everyday activities.
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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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Kantenstauchtest (ECT) von Wellpappe
Erfordernis Einführung Während der Wochen der Ausgangssperre aufgrund von COVID-19 kam es zu einem Anstieg der Hauslieferungen.
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TerraFixings Einsatz des OmniTest 25 von Mecmesin für die direkte Kohlenstoffabscheidung aus der Luft
TerraFixing widmet sich der Bekämpfung des Klimawandels durch erschwingliche und skalierbare Direct Air Carbon Capture (DAC).
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How tension testing is performed
Tensile strength testing
Tensile strength testing follows established international standards such as ISO 527 and ASTM D63
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Puncture/penetration jigs
Puncture tests are performed to determine the resistance of a material to a sharp or blunt object passing right through it. As such, they normally require the measurement of a peak load.
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BS EN ISO 12230
This European Standard specifies a method for the determination of the tensile properties of materials used as surfaces for sports areas.
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CETIE Guide 2
This guide applies to the screw capping of non-carbonated beverages and products with a metallic tamper-evident closure. Bottles may also be fitted with an in-bore insert for product flow control or to prevent re-filling.
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ASTM E8/E8M-13a
These test methods cover the tension testing of metallic materials in any form at room temperature, specifically, the methods of determination of yield strength, yield point elongation, tensile strength, elongation, and reduction of area.
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Materials Testing: Theory and Practice Pt. 2
Materials testing is often the last step in the manufacturing process. Yet, quality is the result of both the process and the material. If the material that goes into the product is inadequate or defective, then the product may be deficient or faulty.
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Fundamentals of Food Texture Testing and Analysis
Texture cannot be controlled unless it measured in a consistent and repeatable manner.