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Case studies
Luer connector testing
A medical device manufacturer needed to verify strip torque for Luer connectors used in IV systems.
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Testing child-resistant closures (CRCs)
Child-resistant packaging must comply with strict regulations. Mecmesin’s equipment accurately tests the opening and resealing torque of CRCs to ensure usability and safety.
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Medical & Medical Device
Mecmesin solutions for the medical and veterinary sectors.
Medical device manufacturers operate in one of the world’s most competitive and highly-regulated industries, where patient safety is critical.
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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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Why tension testing is important
Tension testing supports quality assurance, product development and regulatory compliance in many industries.
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Troubleshooting common issues
Low repeatability: Check fixture alignment and loop consistency.
Unexpectedly low tack: Ensure the adhesive surface is clean and properly conditioned.
Equipment drift:
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Step-by-step guide to conducting the ring crush test
Prepare the sample
Cut samples to the required size specified by the relevant standard, typically corresponding to a circumference of 152 mm. Condition the samples at the specified temperature and humidity.
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Pass or fail indicator
Specify your own pass and fail criteria within each test, for results that immediately alert operators to the status of each test specimen.
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Speak to an expert
For advice on selecting the best ECT solution for your packaging application, contact Mecmesin’s technical team.
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Loop tack test procedure
Sample preparation
Cut adhesive strips to the required length and width stated in the chosen standard. Condition the samples at the specified temperature and humidity before testing.
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Tensile testing and elongation at break measurement are essential for material performance evaluation, product development, and quality assurance.
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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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Grab method vs strip method
Compared with the strip method (as defined by ISO 13934-1), which grips the full width of the fabric, the grab method
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The role of ECT in quality assurance
The Edge Crush Test is a widely used measure for predicting box stacking performance.
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Introduction to climbing drum peel testing
Climbing drum peel testing is a specialised method used to measure the adhesive strength between bonded materials, particularly in flexible-to-rigid substrate combinations such as aluminium skins bonded to honeycomb cores.
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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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Speak to an expert
For expert guidance on flexural testing, contact Mecmesin’s technical team.
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Speak to an expert
Speak to an expert at Mecmesin to discuss your yield point testing requirements, from selecting the right system to configuring strain measurement and ensuring compliance with
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Speak to an expert
If you require guidance on penetration and puncture resistance testing methods or selecting equipment that meets ASTM or ISO standards, speak to one of
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Universal testing machines (UTMs) made simple
Mecmesin have developed a new range of precision bench-top universal testing machines (UTMs) in single and twin-column formats, for compression and tensile testing from 0.5 to 50 kN loads.
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To find out how Mecmesin can support your ball burst testing requirements, speak to one of our technical specialists today.
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Hospitals
Mecmesin provides force, materials and torque testing equipment for medical and dental hospitals and their associated teaching institutions.