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Relevant textile test standards
The strip method is defined in several national and international standards, each tailored to specific fabric types and performance requirements:
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Understanding corrugated cardboard resistance
The compressive resistance of corrugated cardboard depends on factors such as flute profile, board structure, and paper quality.
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Key standards in compressive deformation testing
Compliance with recognised standards ensures that results are accurate, repeatable, and accepted by regulatory bodies. Examples include:
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Key features and advantages
The strip method offers a number of engineering advantages:
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Loop tack test standards
Several international standards govern loop tack testing to ensure results are consistent and repeatable:
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Standards for 180 degree peel testing
A number of standards define the correct method for performing a 180 degree peel test.
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Torque testing standards
A range of recognised standards define the correct procedures for reverse ratchet torque testing, ensuring consistent and reliable results.
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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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Standards for friction testing
Mecmesin systems comply with a range of international standards to ensure consistency and comparability of results:
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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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Standards for the peel wheel test
Standardisation ensures peel wheel tests are consistent and repeatable across laboratories and production sites.
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Testing solutions and equipment
Essential equipment
Cone point probe - typically 8 mm in diameter with capacity for up to 500 N.
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Common challenges and best practices
Accurate four-point bend testing requires attention to several factors:
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Understanding torque testing
Types of torque testing in packaging
Several torque measurements are relevant to closure performance:
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Methods and applications
Common test methods
Most single lap shear tests are carried out under tensile loading, but the method can vary depending on material type, bond configuration and industry require
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Government
The general government sector covers institutions and public bodies where regulations and standards must be strictly adhered to.
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Sensors - Universal Testers (ELS)
Sensors
The OmniTest universal testers use Mecmesin's range of high-resolution precision Enhanced Load Sensors (ELS) to record tensile and compressive loads.
ELSA precision loadcell connects directly to an OmniTest or MultiTest-dV stand and communicates…
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Bienvenue à Mecmesin
Mecmesin conçoit et fabrique des machines d'essais de force et de couple pour évaluer la résistance mécanique des composants, des produits et des matières premières dans un grand nombre d'industries.
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Accessory
Dovetail Bracket for AFG or BFG
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The dovetail bracket is used for mounting the Advanced Force Gauge (AFG) and Basic Force Gauge (BFG) to test stands. It allows the operator to precisely align the gauge on the stand. Supplied with fixing screws.
Note: maximum load 2500 N
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Container Holder, 100 N, 10-190 mm
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A versatile gripping fixture to hold containers when conducting low-force pull-off tests on closures and other fixings (eg. flip-cap lids).
4-pegs hold the container on an adjustable lead-screw and the knob secures the container tightly in place.…
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Self-levelling Compression Plate Steel - 56 mm, 25 kN, QC-20 fitting
MecS223k-56
MecS223k - 56mm diameter:
Self-levelling allows exact parallelism to be set between the upper and lower plates.. ideal for those applications where it is critical to accurately measure the deformation of a sample.
The MecS223 range of hardened steel…
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3/8" Upper Chuck Assembly for use on Helixa sensors
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A standard self-centering 3-jaw chuck with key.
It has a maximum ⅜" (9.5 mm) opening and is connected to the Helixa torque sensor via an adaptor with female ⅜" square hole.
Used to secure a variety of test specimens for torque applications of 1.5 - 10…
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Pneumatic Medium Vice Grip - Single Action, 1 kN, 10 mm opening, pair, QC-20 fitting
Mec240k+Ko
MEC 240k +kO (body only) :
A pair of pneumatically-operated, Single-action Medium Vice Grips with an opening of 0-10mm depending on the jaw types selected (sold separately).
Each grip is fitted with 1 manual jaw holder + 1 x 50 mm diameter pneumatic…
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Pneumatic Medium Vice Grip - Single Action, 1 kN, 30 mm opening, pair, QC-20 fitting
Mec240k-S30+Ko
MEC 240k- S30+kO (body only) :
A pair of pneumatically-operated, single-action Medium Vice Grips with an opening of 0-30mm depending on the jaw types selected (sold separately). Each grip is fitted with 1 manual jaw holder + 1 x 50 mm diameter…