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Applications in plastics and paper packaging
Plastic film processing
Plastic films must maintain precise COF levels to feed correctly through wrapping and sealing systems.
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Common challenges in yield point testing
Specimen alignment issues
Misalignment during clamping can cause uneven stress distribution, resulting in inaccurate readings.
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How tension testing is performed
Tensile strength testing
Tensile strength testing follows established international standards such as ISO 527 and ASTM D63
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Machines d'essais universelles (UTM) simples
Mecmesin a développé une nouvelle gamme de machines d'essais universelles (UTM) de précision, en format mono- ou double-colonne, pour les essais de compression et de traction avec des charges de 0,5 à 50 kN.
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Introduction to compressibility and recovery testing
Compressibility and recovery testing measures how a material behaves under load and how effectively it returns to its original form once the load is removed.
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Industry applications and case examples
Heavy industrial packaging - A manufacturer supplying boxes for machine components integrated routine CMT testing to track performance trends.
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Equipment considerations
Selecting the correct extrusion testing system involves matching the machine’s capabilities to the product type and testing goals. Key considerations include:
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Plastic components and sub-assemblies
The successful design and production of plastic components requires careful attention to be paid to many elements. The choice of plastic material depends on the desired performance characteristics - will parts be under constant load?
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Key methods of penetration resistance testing
Penetration resistance measures a material’s ability to resist intrusion by a probe or object under applied force without tearing, cracking, or losing functional integrity.
Applications include:
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Why removal torque is important
Removal torque is critical to packaging performance and user experience.
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Speak to an expert
Strain at maximum stress testing gives engineers the insight needed to design safer, more efficient products and ensure compliance with international standards.
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Why Mecmesin for bulk analysis
Expert engineering and equipment
Mecmesin systems are designed for precision and reliability in bulk testing applications.
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Case study
Test de résistance à la traction de gant chirurgical en caoutchouc
Exigence
Lors de la sélection de gants spécialisés, c'est souvent la résistance et l'étirement du matériau qui sont les facteurs les plus importants pour déterminer la qualité et les performances.
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Power your torque testing
Sophisticated power - easy to use
Looking for an automated torque testing system to improve the accuracy and repeatability of your measurements compared to manual torque testers?
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BS EN 12242
The BS EN 12242 test method is used to determine the peel strength of a touch and close (also known as “hook and loop”) fastener through a 180° peel test that is able to determine average peel and the peel strength characteristics of the product for a g
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BS 5338
Recommendations on materials, basic design factors, component design, working practice, inspection. Appendices on mechanical properties and dimensional stability.
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IFI 143
This standard provides a test method for determining the torque-tension relationship on both external and internal threaded fasteners for the purpose of measuring the frictional characteristics of the threaded fasteners.
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Specials
FAQ sur l'UTM
FAQs
Comment la machine d'essai universelle OmniTest se compare-t-elle en termes de taille et de portabilité ?
La machine d'essai univer
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BS EN 14704-1
Methods for testing using stripsof fabric in straight strip form or loops, which can be used to measure elasticity and related properties of fabrics, excluding narrow fabrics.
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Event
T-Peel (Adhesion Strength) Testing
This webinar will focus on the most common approach to measuring the adhesion strength of two materials bonded together with an adherent.
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ASTM B533
The force required to separate a metallic coating from its plastic substrate is determined by the interaction of several factors: the generic type and quality of the plastic molding compound, the molding process, the process used to prepare the substrat
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BS EN 17665
The Directive (EU) 2019/904 “on the reduction of the impact of certain plastic products on the environment” introduces the requirement that plastic caps and lids of single use plastic beverage containers up to 3 l capacity shall remain attached to the c