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The 90-degree peel test is an essential method for assessing adhesive performance in packaging, tapes, insulation and industrial applications.
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VectorPro® materials testing software
Designed and developed by Mecmesin specifically for our OmniTest and MultiTest-dV range of materials testers.
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Cantilever bend and anchorage strength testing are essential for validating product performance and ensuring safety in real-world use.
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Relevant standards for lap shear under compression
International testing standards provide consistency and repeatability for adhesive strength tests, including those involving compressive loading. The following standards are particularly relevant:
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Why Mecmesin?
With over 40 years of experience, Mecmesin delivers torque testing systems that are precise, easy to use, and fully supported.
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Standards and specifications
Fastening torque testing is governed by international and sector-specific standards to ensure consistency and repeatability:
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Introduction to four-point bend testing
Four-point bend testing is a fundamental method in materials science, providing engineers and quality assurance professionals with a reliable way to assess the
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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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Benefits of accurate bursting strength measurement
Reliable burst strength testing delivers several tangible benefits:
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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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Interpreting test results
Peel strength is typically reported in newtons per metre (N/m) or per 25 mm of bond width (N/25mm), depending on the industry standard. From the force-displacement graph, the following characteristics are analysed:
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Industry applications
Medical devices - Sterile packaging and protective barriers must resist both penetration and puncture to maintain sterility and patient safety.
Construction - Roofing membranes, concrete, and floor unde
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Testing methods for different materials
Rubber and elastomers
Rubber and elastomers are valued for their flexibility and resilience.
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Mecmesin solutions for compressive hardness testing
Mecmesin designs and supplies precision testing systems for compressive hardness applications across industries.
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Mecmesin’s expertise in fabric testing
Standards-compliant systems
Our OmniTest and MultiTest-dV machines, paired with
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Versatility
The Vortex torque tester has been designed for versatility. Its standard configuration is rated to 10 N.m (90 lbf.in) with space to accept specimens up to 275mm wide.
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Introduction to compressive strength testing
Compressive strength testing is essential for evaluating the ability of materials to withstand axial loads, which are forces that push or pull them.
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ISO 34-2 standards explained
ISO 34-2 specifies the Delft tear test procedure for vulcanised or thermoplastic rubber, ensuring testing is carried out under consisten
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Yield point testing methods
Yield point testing is most often performed using tensile testing, in which a specimen is subjected to a steadily increasing axial load until plastic deformation occurs.
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Challenges and considerations
Even with well-defined standards, tear resistance testing can be influenced by:
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Introduction to tangent modulus
In materials science and engineering, understanding how materials respond to stress is essential for ensuring safety, performance, and longevity. One key parameter used to characterise this behaviour is the tangent modulus.
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Why choose Mecmesin for edge crush testing
Standards-compliant precision testing
Mecmesin’s ECT solutions meet the requirements of both TAPPI T 811 and ISO 3037.
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Electronic components and assemblies
Electrical assemblies rely on a collection of electrical components that have been connected together on a PCB or other surface to perform a specific function.