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Case study
Testing metal shutter raw material for tensile strength
Requirement
Soprofen Industrie is a leading French manufacturer of metal roller shutters and garage doors.
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Case study
Tensile testing on polyethylene film
Requirement
Eurofilm Mantzaris S.A. are a leading producer of polyethylene films used for packaging and agricultural applications.
253
Case study
Cosmetics tin label peel
Customised engineering example
Testing the adhesive peel strength of packaging labels applied at the post-production stage is more representative of their performance than at the label production stage.
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Event
Essentials of Consumer Packaging Testing
Maximize COST SAVINGS for your consumer packaging by minimizing excess material and “over design” while keeping your products protected in transit.
255
Case study
Luer-Lock-Befestigung und Lösemoment
Beispiel für kundenspezifisches Engineering Luer-Lock-Teststandards fordern häufig die Messung des Drehmoments bei gleichzeitiger Anwendung einer vordefinierten Axialkraft.
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Case study
Flat Quick-connect Termination
Requirement
A test system was needed to meet the requirements of test standard BS5057.
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ASTM F2458-05
This test method covers a means for comparison of wound closure strength of tissue adhesives used to help secure the apposition of soft tissue.
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Event
Understanding Top-Load Testing - Live Application Demo
Packaging manufacturers use top-load or crush testing to ensure packaging integrity, and to eliminate material excess while maintaining quality.
259
Case study
Sports shoe cleats release torque
Requirement
A leading golf shoe supplier needed to measure the release torque of the interchangeable cleats in its range of sports footwear.
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Sensor
AFTI - Torque sensors
Torque sensors
The AFTI and AFG are versatile force and torque indicators designed for use with the Mecmesin range of 'Smart' static and rotary torque sensors.
Readings are displayed as live values with peak-hold function in both clockwise and counter-…
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ASTM D3359
These test methods cover procedures for assessing the adhesion of coating films to metallic substrates by applying and removing pressure-sensitive tape over cuts made in the film.
262
Case study
ISBT sports cap rotational test
Requirement
The International Society of Beverage Technologists (ISBT) publish voluntary codes of practice for the technical and scientific aspects of soft drinks and beverages.
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Case study
Spider Silk Tensile Strength and Toughness
Requirement
The University of Nottingham is a global education facility – with campuses in the UK, China and Malaysia.
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Abrasion
Abrasion is the surface wear caused by rubbing with another material. The consumer would expect textiles and other products to withstand a certain amount of deterioration.
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Bulk analysis
In industries where powders, granules or pelletised materials are formulated, processed or packaged, maintaining consistency in texture and perf
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bursting strength (sheet rupture)
Bursting strength is the capacity of a material or product to maintain in continuity when subjected to pressure.
267
Case study
Tea bag integrity
Customised engineering example
Some of the simplest applications may not seem so obvious when you face them. A string and tab on a tea bag?
268
Case study
Headset microphone joint torque
Requirement
Jabra is a subsidiary of GN Netcom and is a global manufacturer of innovative headsets (wireless and corded) and speakerphone solutions.
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ASTM D4917-90
1.1 This test method describes a horizontal plane procedure for the determination of the coefficient of static and kinetic friction of paper measured when sliding against itself.
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Accessory
Pneumatic Medium Vice Grip - Double Action, 1 kN, 30 mm opening, pair, QC-20 fitting
Mec240k-S30+2Ko
MEC 240k- S30+2kO (body only) :
A pair of pneumatically-operated, Double-action Medium Vice Grips with an opening of 0-30mm depending on the jaw types selected (sold separately). Each grip is fitted with 2 x 50 mm diameter pneumatic pistons, which allow…
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Accessory
Lightweight Pneumatic Plane Grip, Single-action, 200 N, pair, QC-20 fitting
Mec94
A pair of versatile Lightweight Pneumatic Plane Grips especially suitable for holding a variety of materials where the tensile force may be low but the material is sensitive to damage or slippage when clamped.
The adjustable screw-driven rod allows…
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Accessory
TS torque screwdriver chuck, 3/8"
432-233
A standard self-centering 3-jaw chuck with key.
It has a maximum ⅜" (10mm) opening and is connected to the ‘TS’ screwdriver via a square drive spindle. Used to secure a variety of test specimens for torque applications of 1.5 - 10 N.m
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Accessory
Custom-made Safety Guards and Enclosures
PDVguard
Where the standard safety guard does not fulfil your application requirements, Mecmesin can work with you to design and produce a custom-made safety guard to meet your exact requirements. Suitable for any Mecmesin test stand. Previously-designed guards…
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Accessory
Lever-operated Cam Grip (small serrated), 500 N, 10-32 UNF
432-383
The small Lever-operated Cam Grip is designed with a plated 30mm wide roller cam to self-tighten as a load is applied to a sample, spreading the load evenly. The lever also allows for quick insertion and release of samples.
Fitted with a 10-32 UNF female…
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Accessory
Pneumatic Medium Vice Grip - Double Action, 1 kN, 30 mm opening, pair, QC-20 fitting
Mec240k-S30+2Ko
MEC 240k- S30+2kO (body only) :
A pair of pneumatically-operated, Double-action Medium Vice Grips with an opening of 0-30mm depending on the jaw types selected (sold separately). Each grip is fitted with 2 x 50 mm diameter pneumatic pistons, which allow…