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Introduction to pull-off and pull-out testing
Pull-off and pull-out testing are widely used to measure the strength, durability, and reliability of materials, adhesives, coatings, and mechanical fixings.
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Key properties measured in tensile testing
While ultimate tensile strength is the headline result, tensile testing also measures:
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Importance of testing elasticity and ultimate strength
Elasticity determines how well a material returns to its original shape after stretching. Ultimate strength indicates the maximum stress it can withstand before failure.
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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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Applications in the food industry
Extrusion testing supports both product development and quality control for semi-solids and viscous liquids.
Example applications:
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Types of torque testing equipment
Whether you're validating production output or designing closures in R&D, Mecmesin offers systems to suit every environment.
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Speak to an expert
If your organisation is reviewing its torque testing processes, consider the following actions:
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Introduction to torque testing
Torque testing is a vital part of packaging quality control.
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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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Peel testing standards
Peel testing is defined by international standards to ensure accuracy, repeatability, and comparability of results. Common standards include:
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Types of edge crush tests and methodologies
TAPPI and ISO standards
ECT is governed by internationally recognised standards that ensure accuracy, repeatability, and comparability of results.
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Comparison of relevant standards
Standard
Material types
Peel angle
Environment
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Speak to an expert
The 90-degree peel test is an essential method for assessing adhesive performance in packaging, tapes, insulation and industrial applications.
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Maintenance and calibration of tear testers
To maintain accuracy and extend service life, regular maintenance and calibration are essential.
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Analysing and interpreting results
Results are expressed as the maximum load sustained by the sample. This can be converted into a ring crush index by dividing by the specimen width.
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Key applications of torque testing equipment
Torque testing is relevant across many packaging types:
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Standards and regulations in shear testing
Several industry standards and protocols govern food shear testing, ensuring repeatable results and regulatory compliance. Examples include:
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Speak to an expert
If you need to implement flat crush testing for corrugated fibreboard in line with international standards, Mecmesin can provide the right equipment, fixtures, and expertise.
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Understanding test standards: industry-specific requirements
To maintain consistency and reliability, compressive strength tests are often governed by established standards.
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Common challenges in fastening torque
Believing tighter is always better, leading to over-torquing.
Ignoring lubrication effects, which can reduce the torque needed for the same clamping force.
Relying on uncalibrated hand tools, which can produce inconsistent res
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Introduction to four-point bend testing
Four-point bend testing is a fundamental method in materials science, providing engineers and quality assurance professionals with a reliable way to assess the
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Introduction to compressive shear testing
Compressive shear testing is a mechanical test method used to measure a material’s ability to resist shear forces while under compressive load.
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Introduction to strain at maximum stress testing
Strain at maximum stress testing is a critical method in material evaluation, providing a precise measurement of how much a material deforms at the point of its highest applied load.
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Introduction to peel wheel testing
The peel wheel test is a specialised adhesion test method used to measure the strength of adhesive bonds in flexible materials such as plastics, films, and laminates.