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Applications in industry
Construction materials
Cleavage strength testing is used to verify the integrity of structural materials such as laminated timber beams, bonded façade panels, and composite structures.
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Industry applications
Medical devices - Sterile packaging and protective barriers must resist both penetration and puncture to maintain sterility and patient safety.
Constructi
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What is Young’s modulus?
Young’s modulus - also known as the modulus of elasticity or elastic modulus - defines how stiff a material is when a force is applied.
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Applications of loop tack testing
Packaging
Checks resealable closures, tamper-evident labels, and PSA seals to ensure adequate instant tack for both production and consumer use.
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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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Industry applications
Medical devices - Sterile packaging and protective barriers must resist both penetration and puncture to maintain sterility and patient safety.
Construction - Roofing membranes, concrete, and floor unde
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Industry applications
Automotive industry
Seat cushions - Testing confirms comfort, resilience, and long-term shape retention
Gaskets - Ensures seals remai
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Compression
Compression testing is a way of determining how something will react when a compressive force is applied to it. It typically involves measuring the relationship between the applied force and how much the object deforms.
It is performed to:
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Students meet the Mecmesin MultiTest
Having spent time with the Mecmesin team and seen their material testers in action, WPI opted to invest in three Mecmesin MultiTest 2.5-dV testers.
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What is breakaway torque?
Definition and importance
Breakaway torque, also known as slip torque, refers to the rotational force required to initiate movement in a threaded closure, such as a bottle cap or medical connector.
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Case study
Prüfung der Ablösung von Sonnenkollektoren
Anforderung Ein Solarmodul, auch PV- oder Photovoltaikmodul und Solarpanel genannt, ist das ganze Jahr über extremen Temperatur-, Ultraviolett-, Regen-, Eis- und Windbedingungen ausgesetzt.
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Case study
Removal torque of 'squeeze and twist' child-resistant cap
Requirement
Reckitt-Benckiser are manufacturers of the distinctive HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) swan-neck 'Harpic' cleaning fluid bottles.
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Case study
Adjustable spectacles torque test
Customised engineering example
Adlens manufacture adaptive spectacle lenses, where the optical power is adjusted by a side dial which is then removed.
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Standards in torque testing
Mecmesin systems are designed to comply with widely recognised international standards.
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Step-by-step procedure for reverse ratchet torque testing
Sample preparation
Condition the closures according to the specified standard to control environmental factors.
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Case study
Medical sharps bin puncture resistance
Customised engineering example
International standards (ASTM F2132, BS 7320, BS 23907) specify the puncture resistance of medical sharps containers.
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Loop tack test standards
Several international standards govern loop tack testing to ensure results are consistent and repeatable:
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Case study
Sachet-Kompressionstest
Anforderung Um sechs Beutel Ketchup oder Mayonnaise zu komprimieren, bis die Verpackung versagt. Die maximale Druckkraft wurde als Testergebnis benötigt.
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Case study
Aufwand beim Schließen der Autotür
Anforderung Beim Schließen von Autotüren muss der Benutzer eine bestimmte Kraft aufwenden, um die Bewegung auszulösen und ein vollständiges Schließen sicherzustellen.
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Event
WestPack Expo 2025
Lansmont - together with our sister brand Mecmesin - will be participating in the upcoming WestPack trade show!
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Introduction to penetration and puncture resistance testing
Penetration and puncture resistance testing are essential for evaluating how well a material can withstand force from sharp, pointed, or blunt objects.
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Best practices for reliable torque testing
Accurate and repeatable torque testing depends on attention to several technical factors.
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Understanding yield point in material testing
Yield point analysis is used across multiple industries to ensure materials meet strict performance criteria:
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Case study
Test zum Entfernen des Verschlusses der Kunststoffflasche
Anforderung Der Kunde wandte sich an Mecmesin, um die Kappe einer pharmazeutischen Phiole abzunehmen. Die Testausrüstung musste einfach zu bedienen sein und wiederholbare Tests durchführen können.