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Introduction to tear resistance testing
Tear resistance testing is a critical mechanical property assessment for flexible materials such as plastics, elastomers, coated fabrics and textiles.
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Standards and protocols for shear testing
Following recognised standards ensures accuracy, repeatability, and traceability of results. Common ASTM standards for compressive shear testing include:
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Introduction to tension methods
Tension methods are a core approach in texture analysis, used to measure how a material behaves when subjected to a pulling force until it deforms or fails.
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How shear testing works
Food shear testing replicates cutting or slicing actions. A blade or fixture is passed through a sample while the force required is recorded. The process generally includes:
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Applications in adhesive bond testing
Adhesive bond testing through shear in tension is essential for understanding how adhesives perform under load.
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Speak to an expert
Tensile and compression testing are essential for understanding material behaviour and ensuring that components perform safely and reliably in their intended environment.
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Introduction to T-peel testing
T-peel testing is a specialised method for determining the adhesive bond strength between two flexible materials joined together.
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FAQs about torque to turn testing
What is the difference between breakaway and running torque?
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FAQs about compressive strength testing
How is compressive strength different from tensile strength?
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Equipment considerations
Selecting the correct extrusion testing system involves matching the machine’s capabilities to the product type and testing goals. Key considerations include:
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Introduction to the ring crush test
The ring crush test (RCT) is a key method for determining the edgewise compression strength of paper and paperboard.
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Applications across industries
Tensile strength testing is essential in product development, quality control, and certification across multiple sectors:
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ASTM F2258-05
This test method is intended to provide a means for comparison of the adhesive strengths of tissue adhesives intended for use as surgical adhesives or sealants, or both, on soft tissue.
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BS EN 60794-1-21:2015+A1
This part of IEC 60794 applies to optical fibre cables for use with telecommunication equipment and devices employing similar techniques, and to cables having a combination of both optical fibres and electrical conductors.
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Brütsch-Rüegger Tools at INNOTEQ 2025
Our trusted distributor, Brütsch-Rüegger Tools, will be exhibiting at INNOTEQ 2025 - the key event for Switzerland’s manufacturing industry.
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Coefficient of Friction (COF) Testing
Coefficient of Friction (COF) testing measures the static and kinetic friction values to help determine the quality of the final product.
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ASTM E9-09
These test methods cover the apparatus, specimens, and procedure for axial-load compression testing of metallic materials at room temperature.
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BS 7907
BS 7907 gives recommendations for the design and manufacture of children’s clothing to promote mechanical safety. This standard is applicable to clothing intended for children up to 14 years of age.
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ISO 8033
ISO 8033 specifies methods for the determination of the adhesion between lining and reinforcement, between cover and reinforcement, between reinforcement layers, between cover and outer lamination (thin layer of material outside the cover for protection
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ASTM D5868-01
Due to the increased use of adhesively-bonded FRP as a result of the inherent advantages afforded by bonded rather than mechanically-fastened joints (particularly the alleviation of stress risers and stress cracking), there is a need for tests by which
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Automotive Component Torque Testing
This webinar will focus on the measurement of the torque resistance in knobs, switches, and torsion springs, which are among several components in automobiles that require testing to ensure quality, performance, and safety.
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BS 7548
Describes requirements and test methods for sterile syringes
with or without needles for single use solely for the injection
of insulin in humans. Covers syringes for use with 40 units of
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ASTM D695-15
ASTM D695 is a test method used to determine the mechanical properties of unreinforced and reinforced rigid plastics, including high-modulus composites, when loaded in compression at relatively low uniform rates of straining or loading.
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Needle Sharpness & Puncture Resistance Testing
Hypodermic needles are tested to determine how their design influences the ease of insertion into the skin in order to prevent patient pain and skin trauma.