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Why is the trapezoidal tear test important?
Tear resistance is a critical measure of a material’s durability, particularly in applications where the material may be subject to punctures, cuts, or repeated stress.
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What is texture testing?
Texture testing is the instrumental measurement of a product’s physical response to an applied force.
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Introduction to puncture resistance testing
Puncture resistance testing determines how well a material can withstand penetration from a sharp or pointed object.
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Types of tear testing machines
Mecmesin offers a complete range of Elmendorf tear testing equipment, from high-precision digital models with advanced data capture capabilities to ro
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Standards for extrusion testing
Although there are fewer dedicated standards for food extrusion than for plastics or metals, recognised guidelines help ensure repeatability and comparability. Examples include:
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Key testing standards
Compliance with recognised international standards ensures that needle penetration testing is consistent, reliable, and repeatable across different facilities.
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Mecmesin solutions for rotational shear testing
Mecmesin provides torque testing systems designed for high-precision, repeatable results in rotational shear testing.
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Introduction to tear testing
Tear testing is a quality control procedure used to measure the resistance of a material to tearing under controlled conditions.
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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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What is a universal testing machine?
To assess the quality of a finished product or component, it is often necessary to conduct multiple force tests.
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Standards and compliance for torque testing
Key standards
ASTM D2063 - Specifies torque retention testing for thread closure
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Introduction to compression testing
Compression testing is a core mechanical test method used to evaluate how materials and products behave when subjected to a compressive load.
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Controls that mean business
Personalised user accounts enable quick access to commonly performed tests, and restricts who can create or run tests, view results and produce reports.
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Burst testing techniques and equipment
Compressive burst testing
In compressive burst testing, force is applied through a hemispherical probe until the material ruptures.
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Why choose Mecmesin for needle penetration testing
Standards-ready testing equipment
Mecmesin systems meet the requirements of ASTM F2878, ISO 7864, and ASTM F2132.
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Testing equipment and techniques
Mandrels
Custom-designed mandrels ensure closures are aligned and secured during testing. Correct mandrel design prevents slippage and eliminates fixture-induced variability.
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Mecmesin equipment for texture testing
Tailored systems for diverse industries
Mecmesin offers precision texture testing systems designed to handle everything from soft gels and emulsions to firm solids.
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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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Tensile deformation and its significance
Tensile deformation occurs when a material is stretched by an axial load, causing it to elongate.
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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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Applications and benefits
Industrial applications
Tension and compression testing is used across multiple industries to validate design performance, assure quality, and meet regulatory requirements:
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Mecmesin equipment for trapezoidal tear testing
Purpose-built tensile testers
Mecmesin’s OmniTest and Mu
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What Is A Universal Testing Machine?
To assess the quality of a finished product or component, it is often necessary to conduct multiple force tests.
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Mecmesin’s breakaway torque testing equipment
Mecmesin offers a full suite of equipment to meet the torque testing needs of both R&D labs and production environments, from manual testers to f