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Top-Load
Top-load testing (also known as 'column-crush' and 'axial force resistance') is performed mainly on blow moulded, thermoformed or injection moulded plastic containers.
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Strip Torque
Strip torque testing is a specialised method used to evaluate the performance and safety of threaded closures and connectors in packaging, medic
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Floating roller peel
Floating roller peel testing is a critical method used to evaluate adhesio
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Architectural
Force and torque testing within the architectural industry primarily involve the testing of architectural hardware and access control systems, to ensure operational forces are within the limits stipulated by various guidelines and test standards, eg&nbs
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Speak to an expert
If your organisation requires penetration and puncture resistance testing for compliance, product development, or quality control, speak to one of our technical experts today.
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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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Testing child-resistant closures (CRCs)
Child-resistant packaging requires careful torque testing to comply with strict regulations.
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Industry applications
Rotational shear and torque strength tests are used in many sectors, including:
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Some undergraduate students might regard their Materials Science classes as somewhat of a tedious affair.
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Standards for friction testing
Mecmesin systems comply with a range of international standards to ensure consistency and comparability of results:
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Understanding flexural strength
Flexural strength (modulus of rupture) refers to a material’s resistance to deformation under load.
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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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Performing the edge crush test
Sample preparation
Cut specimens to standard dimensions with clean, parallel edges.
Condition samples in a controlled temperature and humidity environment to ensure consistent moisture content.
Wax edges if required
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Understanding peel resistance
Peel resistance is the force required to separate two bonded surfaces through a peeling motion. This force is measured using a tensile test system equipped with a peel fixture.
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What is the box crush test?
The box crush test (BCT) is a widely used method for measuring the compressive strength of fibreboard packaging, particu
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Benefits of extrusion testing
Extrusion testing delivers measurable benefits for food production:
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Why is ultimate compressive strength important?
Ultimate compressive strength is a critical parameter in engineering design, safety, and product validation.
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Speak to an expert
Strain at maximum stress testing gives engineers the insight needed to design safer, more efficient products and ensure compliance with international standards.
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Interpreting results and ensuring accuracy
Accurate results rely on correct setup and consistent procedures:
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Standards for trapezoidal tear testing
Several international standards define this method, specifying specimen dimensions, slit length, and test speed. The most widely used include:
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What is torque testing?
Torque testing measures the rotational force required to turn or twist an object. In packaging, it is most often applied to closures such as caps, lids and twist-top mechanisms to ensure they open and close within defined performance limits.
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Introduction to short span compression tests
The short span compression test (SCT) is a mechanical testing method used to measure the compressive strength of materials over a very short span.
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Mecmesin systems for top-load testing
Vertical load and axial resistance expertise
Mecmesin offers dedicated axial load test systems widely used for
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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.