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Why choose Mecmesin for peel wheel testing
Mecmesin provides standards-compliant, precision-engineered solutions for peel wheel testing across diverse materials and industries.
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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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Applications in industry
Lap shear testing under compressive load is widely used across multiple sectors:
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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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Applications of compression testing
Compression testing is essential for product development, quality assurance and compliance. Its applications span a wide range of industries and material types.
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Why choose Mecmesin for tensile testing
Mecmesin offers a wide range of tensile testing systems designed for accurate, repeatable measurement of elongation at break across materials and industries.
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Applications of tensile testing
Tensile testing and elongation at break analysis are vital across many industries:
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Cord, rope and netting
Cord, rope and netting all rely on their inherent strength to perform the essential tasks of tying, lifting and dragging.
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Why Mecmesin for ring crush testing
Mecmesin designs and manufactures precision testing systems that meet ISO 12192 and TAPPI requirements for RCT.
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Introduction to strain at maximum stress testing
Strain at maximum stress testing is a critical method in material evaluation, providing a precise measurement of how much a material deforms at the point of its highest applied load.
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How is top-load testing performed?
Equipment and setup
The essential equipment for a top-load test includes:
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Mechanical components and assemblies
The successful design and production of mechanical components requires careful attention to be paid to many elements, such as material combinations and machining capabilities.
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Construction materials
The manufacturing of building materials for construction is an established industry in many countries.
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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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The process of tension testing
Tension testing follows a defined process to ensure accuracy and repeatability:
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Types of flexure tests
Different flexure testing setups are chosen based on the nature of the material, the required precision, and the industry standards being followed.
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What is bulk analysis testing?
Definition and purpose
Bulk analysis testing assesses the mechanical properties of particulate materials as a collective whole, rather than analysing individual particles. This includes powders, granules, pellets and similar materials.
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How to perform a breaking torque test
Required equipment and setup
Mecmesin offers a range of torque testing systems suited to different torque capacities and application requir
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Strip Torque
Strip torque testing is a specialised method used to evaluate the performance and safety of threaded closures and connectors in packaging, medic
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Applications in advanced ceramics and composites
Four-point bend testing is the preferred approach for assessing the flexural strength of advanced ceramics<
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Case study
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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Analysis and interpretation of results
Interpreting shear failure characteristics
Post-test examination of the bonded joint provides valuable insight into adhesive performance:
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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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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
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Case study
Child safety - force to extract lighter
Requirement
The customer manufactures lighters and is currently developing a case/guard designed to increase the safety for children.