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Introduction to tension and compression testing
Tension and compression testing are among the most widely used mechanical testing methods for evaluating how a material or component performs under applied loads.
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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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FAQs about Ultimate Tensile Strength
What is ultimate tensile strength?
Ultimate tensile strength (UTS) is the highest amount of tensile stress a material can resist before it breaks.
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Industry applications of flexural testing
Plastics and thermoplastics
Flexural testing reveals the stiffness, yield point, and failure mode of plastics, informing mate
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FAQs
What is the role of compression texture testing in food quality control?
It delivers objective, repeatable texture measurements to meet sensory and regulatory standards.
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Introduction to compressive hardness
Compressive hardness is a measure of a material’s ability to resist deformation when a compressive load is applied to its surface.
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Selecting compression testing equipment
Choosing the right testing system is critical for accurate and repeatable results. Factors such as force range, sample type and testing throughput influence equipment selection.
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The process of tension testing
Tension testing follows a defined process to ensure accuracy and repeatability:
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How is ultimate compressive strength tested?
Equipment and procedure
Testing is typically performed using a universal testing machine (UTM) fitted with flat or contoured
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Sensor
AFTI - Capteurs de force
Capteurs de force
L'afficheur AFTI et les dynamomètres AFG sont des indicateurs de force et de couple polyvalents conçus pour être utilisés avec la gamme de capteurs de force de traction et de compression «Smart» Mecmesin .
Les lectures sont affichées…
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Product
Testeurs d'impact de fléchettes en chute
Gamme MEC-FD
MEC-FD1
Le testeur de choc pour fléchettes Mecmesin MEC-FD3 est conçu pour mesurer la résistance aux chocs ou la ténacité des films plastiques conformément aux normes ASTM D1709 et ISO 7765 des méthodes de test de fléchettes en chute libre A et B.
La…
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Sensor
Sensors - MultiTest-dV
Force sensors
The MultiTest-dV is a highly flexible tester, which can be configured with either a Touchscreen or Advanced Force Gauge for product testing or an Enhanced Load Sensor for basic materials testing.
AFGA digital force gauge with advanced…
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Abrasion
Abrasion is the surface wear caused by rubbing with another material. The consumer would expect textiles and other products to withstand a certain amount of deterioration.
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Mecmesin solutions for five-point bend testing
Mecmesin provides precision testing systems fully compatible with ASTM D2718, offering accurate and repeatable results for planar shear evaluat
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How is bulk analysis testing performed?
Compression testing
Compression testing is used to assess how materials respond when compacted.
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Key test standards for cone penetration
BS EN 14372 overview
BS EN 14372 is a key European standard for cutlery and feeding utensils intended for children up to three years of age.
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Industry standards for material testing
Relevant standards
MIL-STD-202 - Covers mechanical and environmental tests for electronic components, including terminal bending and pull tests.
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Why Mecmesin for removal torque testing
Mecmesin offers manual and automated torque testing solutions designed for packaging manufacturers, quality control teams, and compliance officers.
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Key standards for breaking torque testing
Breaking torque testing is governed by a range of international and sector-specific standards that define testing protocols, equipment requirements, and performance thresholds.
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Product
Testeur de couple automatisé
VortexPro
876-650
Le VortexPro est un testeur de couple haut de gamme piloté par le logiciel VectorPro depuis votre ordinateur. Précis, facile à utiliser et optimisé pour mesurer un couple statique jusqu'à 10 Nm La solution flexible ultime pour les tests de couple…
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Case study
Test de seringue selon ISO 11040-4 Annexe F - pénétration et traînée de l'aiguille
Exigences
La seringue médicale est un dispositif extrêmement important, qui permet d'administrer des produits injectables (parentéraux) au patient au moyen d'un cylindre et d'un piston.
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Essai de couple
Les essais de couple permettent de déterminer comment un objet réagit lorsqu'il est tourné - en fonctionnement normal ou lorsqu'il est tordu jusqu'à ce qu'il cède ou se
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Case study
Force d'actionnement du distributeur à pompe
Exigence
Le client fabrique une gamme de pompes de dosage pour l'industrie cosmétique et de soins de beauté. Une exigence a été identifiée pour mesurer la force d'actionnement et la force de traction de la poignée de la pompe.
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Case study
Car window sliding force tester
Requirement
Bridgestone TG Adelaide, a major supplier of rubber components to the automotive industry in Australia, needed to measure the frictional load associated with sliding a glass window between two rubber guides.