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Applications of edge crush testing in packaging
Design and development
ECT results guide engineers in selecting the correct board grade for the intended application, balancing performance and cost.
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Standards and compliance for torque testing
Key standards
ASTM D2063 - Specifies torque retention testing for thread closure
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Tools (calibration related)
To maintain consistent performance and accuracy, tools must be checked regularly.
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lo que hacemos
Desde medidores de fuerza portátiles fáciles de usar hasta probadores de tensión y medidores de torsión controlados por software, tenemos la solución para sus requisitos de prueba de tensión, compresión y torsión.
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Calculate your ROI
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Why is tear resistance testing important?
Tear resistance is more than a quality metric, it is a safeguard for performance and safety.
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Mecmesin solutions for compressive hardness testing
Mecmesin designs and supplies precision testing systems for compressive hardness applications across industries.
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Introduction to edge crush testing (ECT)
The edge crush test (ECT) is a standard method used to evaluate the edgewise compressive strength of corrugated fibreboard.
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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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Types of torque testing methods
Manual torque testing
Manual torque testing uses handheld or bench-mounted torque testers.
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Understanding torque testing
Types of torque testing in packaging
Several torque measurements are relevant to closure performance:
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Introduction to compressive hardness
Compressive hardness is a measure of a material’s ability to resist deformation when a compressive load is applied to its surface.
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Understanding tear strength and its importance
Tear strength measures the force a material can withstand before a tear propagates. It covers both the initial rupture and the resistance to further tearing once damage has started.
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Destructive and non-destructive methods
Testing may be performed destructively or non-destructively depending on the objectives.
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Why the ring crush test is critical for paperboard strength
Paperboard packaging must combine cost-efficiency with protective performance.
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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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Why automate?
Automation transforms the way you approach quality control and testing, turning a time-consuming and labour-intensive process into a more efficient and cost-effective operation.
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Mecmesin’s breakaway torque testing equipment
Mecmesin offers a full suite of equipment to meet the torque testing needs of both R&D labs and production environments, from manual testers to f
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Mecmesin solutions for compressive deformation testing
Mecmesin designs and supplies precision-engineered systems for compressive deformation testing across industries.
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Speak to an Expert
Corrugated medium testing, and particularly the flat crush test under TAPPI T 809, is essential for ensuring packaging strength, reliability, and compliance.
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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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Choosing the right tear testing equipment
Selecting the correct tear tester depends on the type of material, accuracy requirements, testing volume, and available budget.
Factors to consider:
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Mechanical components and assemblies
The successful design and production of mechanical components requires careful attention to be paid to many elements, such as material combinations and machining capabilities.
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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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Case studies and real-world examples
Mecmesin’s systems have been used across a range of industrial applications: