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Types of edge crush tests and methodologies
TAPPI and ISO standards
ECT is governed by internationally recognised standards that ensure accuracy, repeatability, and comparability of results.
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Why Mecmesin for breakaway torque testing?
Mecmesin offers an unmatched combination of reliability, support, and industry insight:
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Benefits of extrusion testing
Extrusion testing delivers measurable benefits for food production:
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What is Ultimate Tensile Strength in Materials Testing?
Ultimate tensile strength (UTS) refers to the maximum stress a material can endure while being stretched before it fails.
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Applications and benefits of shear testing
Shear testing is used across a wide range of food products, including meats, dairy products, plant-based foods,
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Step-by-step procedure for reverse ratchet torque testing
Sample preparation
Condition the closures according to the specified standard to control environmental factors.
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Introduction to yield point testing
Yield point testing is essential for understanding the mechanical behaviour of materials.
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Choosing the right test standard
Selecting the correct standard depends on:
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Comparison of flexure testing methods
Method
Loading direction
Best suited for
Advantages
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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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Introduction to the ring crush test
The ring crush test (RCT) is a key method for determining the edgewise compression strength of paper and paperboard.
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Applications of torque testing in packaging
Food and beverage: PET bottles, screw-top jars
Pharmaceutical: Child-resistant packaging, blister packs
Personal care: Tubes, pump dispensers
Chemical produc
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Best practices in conducting cone penetration tests
Step-by-step procedure
Sample preparation - Condition the sample according to the standard, controlling temperature and humidity where required.
Equipment calibration - Confirm the
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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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Why is 180 degree peel testing important
Peel adhesion is critical to the performance and safety of many products.
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Understanding and interpreting test results
Box crush testing provides clear, measurable data to inform design and compliance decisions:
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Understanding removal torque testing
Removal torque testing measures the rotational force required to unscrew or disengage a closure from its container.
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Interpreting trapezoidal tear test results
Test results typically report peak tear force in newtons, and sometimes the average force during propagation. Engineers use this data to:
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Máquinas de prueba universales (UTM) simplificadas
Mecmesin ha desarrollado una nueva gama de máquinas de ensayo universales (UTM) de sobremesa de precisión en formatos de una y dos columnas, para ensayos de compresión y tracción con cargas de 0,5 a 50 kN.
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Standards for top-load testing
ASTM D2659
Specifies the method for determining the column crush resistance of blown thermoplastic containers.
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Applications of loop tack testing
Packaging
Checks resealable closures, tamper-evident labels, and PSA seals to ensure adequate instant tack for both production and consumer use.
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Benefits of box crush and packaging compression tests
Compression testing offers both commercial and technical benefits for manufacturers and logistics operations.
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Testing methods for different materials
Rubber and elastomers
Rubber and elastomers are valued for their flexibility and resilience.
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Applications of running torque testing
Running torque testing is used across a wide range of industries and products, including:
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Key properties measured in tensile testing
While ultimate tensile strength is the headline result, tensile testing also measures: