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Torque testing methods
Programmable torque testers
Motorised torque testers allow engineers to define torque profiles, control rotational speed, and capture the complete torque-tension curve.
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Mechanical properties and accuracy considerations
Tensile testing via the strip method reveals mechanical properties that determine how fabrics perform in use.
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What we do
From easy-to-use, hand-held force and torque gauges to software-controlled tensile testers and torque systems, we have the solution for your tension, compression and torque testing requirements.
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Why is top-load testing important?
Top-load testing plays a critical role in packaging design, quality assurance and compliance. It helps to:
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BS EN ISO 844
ISO 844 specifies a method of determining a) the compressive strength and corresponding relative deformation, or b) the compressive stress at 10 % relative deformation, and c) when desired, the compressive modulus of rigid cellular plastics.
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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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ASTM D1578
Significance and Use
Test Method D1578 for testing any spun yarn for breaking strength is considered satisfactory for acceptance testing of commercial shipments since the method has been used extensively in the trade.
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Speak to an expert
Tensile testing and elongation at break measurement are essential for material performance evaluation, product development, and quality assurance.
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Mandrin sur mesure pour bouchons sécurité-enfants (CRC)
Exemple d'ingénierie sur mesure
Les bouchons de sécurité-enfants (CRC) nécessitent une force verticale suffisante pour activer le mécanisme de déverrouillage CR avant l'application du couple.
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Railcar spring testing
Requirement
Seoul Metropolitan Railway Transit Corporation required a system for testing a variety of springs in their electric railcars. The springs range in size from 3mm to 100 mm in diameter.
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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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Case study
Tests semi-automatiques de pénétration sur plaques de plâtre
Exemple d'ingénierie sur mesure
British Gypsum (aujourd'hui Saint-Gobain) effectue des tests de pénétration répétitifs afin d'évaluer avec précision les performances et la durabilité de leurs produits.
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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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Case study
Essais sur neutralisation de la sécurité de portes de train
Exemple d'ingénierie sur mesure
Un opérateur ferroviaire britannique avait besoin d’une méthode permettant de vérifier leurs portes coulissantes de wagon et la sensibilité à la détection d’un obstacle lors de la fermet
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Types of calculations handled
Mecmesin’s VectorPro software supports a wide range of test calculations, automatically derived from mechanical testing data:
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Magnets and solenoids
Solenoids, a type of electromagnet generating a uniform magnetic field when an electric current is passed through it, have applications in many different types of industries.
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Introduction to tear resistance testing
Tear resistance testing is a critical mechanical property assessment for flexible materials such as plastics, elastomers, coated fabrics and textiles.
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Case study
Essai d'arrachement des attaches ou de noeuds sur les vêtements
Exigence
Le client était un fournisseur du grand détaillant de vêtements britannique Marks & Spencer, qui stipulait que toutes les attaches et tous les accessoires devaient être testés à l’échec.
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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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Effort d'extraction de torsion de champagne et de vin mousseux
Exigence
Solution
Équipement de test
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Case study
Semi-automated penetration testing into plasterboard
Customised engineering example
British Gypsum (now Saint-Gobain) carry out repetitive penetration tests to accurately assess the performance and durability of their products.
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Système d'étalonnage pour sertissage sur DM de suture médicale
Exigence
Un certain nombre de dispositifs qui «sertissaient» une aiguille recourbée à un fil médical fin devaient être testés. La force de sertissage est appliquée horizontalement en tirant sur un levier d'un système manuel.
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Medical devices and aids
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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What is peel testing
A peel test measures the force needed to separate two bonded materials, usually by applying force at a set angle until the adhesive bond fails.
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Introduction to penetration and puncture resistance testing
Penetration and puncture resistance testing are essential for evaluating how well a material can withstand force from sharp, pointed, or blunt objects.