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Caso de estudio
Peel testing identity cards
Requirement
The customer produces identity cards with a laminated cover. The customer wanted to know that the adhesive used to bond the laminate and card together was strong enough to withstand a high rate of day-to-day usage.
577
Event
Essentials of GRIP & FIXTURE Selection in Force & Torque Testing Webinar
When physically testing a material or component, the ability to apply load to a test specimen is important—but having the ability to apply that load correctly is just as crucial.
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Common challenges and solutions
Material inconsistencies - Variations in fibre composition and moisture content between batches can affect results.
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Caso de estudio
Sistema rotativo de pelado al vacío
Requisito Se requirieron pruebas para una gama de bandejas de plástico flexible de la misma dimensión pero con diferentes formas, que contienen galletas y dulces.
580
Caso de estudio
Medical sharps bin puncture resistance
Customised engineering example
International standards (ASTM F2132, BS 7320, BS 23907) specify the puncture resistance of medical sharps containers.
581
Event
Cap Closure and Removal Torque Testing
The primary objective for measuring and analyzing the torque characteristics of a container cap is to accurately determine not only the quality of the part or process, but also the root cause of a wide variety of defects.
582
Caso de estudio
Removal torque of 'squeeze and twist' child-resistant cap
Requirement
Reckitt-Benckiser are manufacturers of the distinctive HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) swan-neck 'Harpic' cleaning fluid bottles.
583
Event
Tensile Testing for Wiring Harness Connections
The only way of really knowing the strength of a crimped terminal is to pull it. This can reveal production problems, where strand nicks, incorrect crimp height, or effects from changes in terminal supply, may not be clearly apparent.
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Standards for compressive hardness testing
Internationally recognised standards ensure that compressive hardness tests are accurate, repeatable, and comparable.
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Tensile Testing for Wiring Harness Connections
The only way of really knowing the strength of a crimped terminal is to pull it. This can reveal production problems, where strand nicks, incorrect crimp height, or effects from changes in terminal supply, may not be clearly apparent.
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Analysis and interpretation of results
Interpreting shear failure characteristics
Post-test examination of the bonded joint provides valuable insight into adhesive performance:
587
Caso de estudio
Elongation test of infusion solution bag
Requirement
Fresenius Kabi is a global manufacturer of pharmaceutical products and delivery systems for infusion therapies and clinical nutrition.
589
Caso de estudio
Lighting weld test
Requirement
A simple, low-cost fixture was specified by the customer for the Quality Control Laboratory. This was to hold a lighting assembly in a test where the welded contacts were pulled off.
590
Event
Cap Closure and Removal Torque Testing
The primary objective for measuring and analyzing the torque characteristics of a container cap is to accurately determine not only the quality of the part or process, but also the root cause of a wide variety of defects.
591
Caso de estudio
Probador de par para una gama de tapas a prueba de manipulaciones
Requisito Elopak requirió equipo para la prueba manual de sellos a prueba de manipulaciones en las tapas de las botellas, pero sin que la botella esté presente. La unidad tenía que acomodar una gama de tapas de diferentes tamaños.
592
Event
Medical Device Testing: Needle sharpness and syringe actuation testing (with 21 CFR Part 11 compliance)
Hypodermic needles are tested to determine their efficacy in piercing elastomer closures on vials and how their design influences the ease of insertion into the patient's skin, influencing pain and skin trauma.
The smooth and consistent operat
594
Caso de estudio
Wall-mounted air freshener destructive loading evaluation
Requirement
The customer wished to apply a controlled load of 350N to a wall mounted air freshener, replicating the effect of a child standing on it. The load needed to be applied in turn to 4 different planes on the product, e.g.
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Best practices for rotational shear testing
Consistent methodology, accurate equipment and adherence to relevant standards are essential for meaningful results. Recommended practices include:
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Caso de estudio
Screw retention force of building materials
Requirement
A leading manufacturer and distributor of metal building roofing systems for the construction industry wanted to ascertain the pull out force of screws fixed to building materials.
597
Caso de estudio
Torque testing closures on multi-way plastic bottles
Customised engineering example
A pharmaceuticals company wanted to test the closure torque of a series of square-profile PET bottles.
598
Caso de estudio
Plastic film tension test
Requirement
The customer uses a double layer plastic film for packaging film for packaging of pet food and confectionary.
599
Caso de estudio
Prueba de fuerza de solenoide
Requisito Los solenoides se utilizan en muchas aplicaciones en una amplia gama de industrias.
600
Caso de estudio
Flat Quick-connect Termination
Requirement
A test system was needed to meet the requirements of test standard BS5057.