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ASTM F3014-14
1.1 This test method describes the procedure for penetration testing sharp and blunt needles used for the placement of surgical sutures. It only describes the test procedures (Phase 1) and does not define a test medium at this time.
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Case study
Cosmetics tin label peel
Customised engineering example
Testing the adhesive peel strength of packaging labels applied at the post-production stage is more representative of their performance than at the label production stage.
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Understanding Top-Load Testing - Live Application Demo
Packaging manufacturers use top-load or crush testing to ensure packaging integrity, and to eliminate material excess while maintaining quality.
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Cardboard beverage bottle carrier unfolding
Customised engineering example
A manufacturer of fully-enclosed cartons wanted to quality test the fold-out force for a variety of their designs, used mainly to package drinks bottles and cans.
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Applications in demanding sectors
The strip method is used wherever fabric integrity under load is critical:
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Introduction to breaking torque tests
Breaking torque testing, also known as torque-to-failure is a critical mechanical test used to determine the point at which a component or assembly fails under rotational force.
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Mandrini con tappo personalizzato
Esempio di ingegneria personalizzato I tappi di plastica applicati alle bottiglie possono essere a parete sottile e flessibili, in modo da deformarsi quando vengono impugnati da un operatore durante i test di coppia.
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Why removal torque is important
Removal torque is critical to packaging performance and user experience.
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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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Comparison with other bending methods
While the five-point bend test is designed to evaluate planar shear, other bending methods address different mechanical behaviours:
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BS EN 12090
Thermal insulating materials, Thermal insulation, Construction materials, Shear testing, Shear strength, Shear stress, Specimen preparation, Formulae (mathematics), Test specimens, Test equipment, Testing conditions, Adhesives, Mechanical testing, Repor
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Applications of bulk analysis testing
Industries and products
Bulk testing is relevant to a wide range of industries.
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Comparing FCT with CMT
The flat crush test measures the compressive strength of the fluted structure in finished board, taking into account liners and adhesives.
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Why flexural strength is important
Flexural strength testing is a vital tool for ensuring material reliability and safety in end-use conditions.
Applications across industries:
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Case study
Prova di trazione su materiali per calzature
Requisiti William Lamb Footwear è uno dei principali distributori di calzature del Regno Unito.
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Fundamentals of Compression Testing
How much force is required to register a command when you click your computer mouse?
How much force can a water bottle take before it collapses in its case under a stack?
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Packaging: Establishing repeatability and consistency
Ensuring the quality and durability of packaging is crucial for maintaining product integrity from production to delivery.
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Rotary damper gear precision torque characteristics
Requirement
A global manufacturer and distributor of component parts that are used in products across many industries including transport, beauty, consumer goods and healthcare, came to Mecmesin with a challenging torque measurement applicatio
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FAQs about Young's modulus testing
What is the difference between Young’s modulus and tensile strength?
Young’s modulus measures stiffness - how much a material deforms under stress.
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ASTM F2132-01
This specification provides the performance requirements and associated test procedures for the puncture resistance of materials used in the construction of containers for discarded medical needles and other sharps.
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ISBT PTC-00019
This document provides a collection of test methods for the qualification of plastic flat-top closures applied on PET bottles that are used in the beverage industry.
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Measurement and testing methods
Techniques for measuring tangent modulus
Tangent modulus is measured during tensile or compression testing, w
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Peel test procedure - step by step
Prepare the specimen: Cut and condition according to the relevant standard.
Set up the machine: Install the correct fixture for the test type.
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ISO 7886-2
This document specifies requirements for sterile single-use hypodermic syringes of nominal capacity 1 ml and above, made of plastic materials and intended for use with power-driven syringe pumps. Annexe B covers the Pump Force to be measured.