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Mecmesin equipment for torque to turn testing
Mecmesin offers a range of precision torque test systems, including the OmniTest and
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Applications across industries
Mecmesin torque to turn systems are used in sectors including:
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Support and calibration
Alongside equipment supply, Mecmesin provides consultation, custom fixture design, installation, operator training and ongoing calibration
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Industry standards for torque to turn testing
There is no single universal standard for all torque to turn testing, but the method aligns with several sector-specific standards. Examples include:
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FAQs about torque to turn testing
What is the difference between breakaway and running torque?
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Speak to an expert
For engineers looking to define robust torque to turn test protocols or specify equipment, Mecmesin’s applications engineering team offers specialist guidance.
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What is torque testing?
Torque testing measures the rotational force required to turn or twist an object. In packaging, it is most often applied to closures such as caps, lids and twist-top mechanisms to ensure they open and close within defined performance limits.
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Why is torque testing important in packaging?
Torque testing underpins closure performance, ensuring that products remain sealed and safe throughout distribution, storage and use.
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How is torque testing in packaging performed?
Torque testing can be carried out using manual or automated methods, depending on production volume, precision requirements
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Mecmesin equipment for torque testing
Mecmesin has decades of expertise in closure torque measurement, offering solutions designed for accuracy, repeatability and easy integration into quality control processes.
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Compliance with industry standards
Mecmesin torque systems are engineered to comply with industry standards, including ASTM D7860-14 for chil
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Applications and specimen types
Torque testing is used across a broad range of packaging designs, including:
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Common challenges and solutions
Torque testing can be influenced by several factors:
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Future trends in torque testing
Automation is becoming increasingly common, improving accuracy and enabling in-line testing during production.
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Speak to an expert
Torque testing is a critical part of packaging quality control, ensuring safety, compliance and brand integrity.
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What is top-load testing?
Top-load testing, also known as column crush testing, is a method used to evaluate the ability of a packaging component to withstand a vertical compressive force without deforming or failing.
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Why is top-load testing important?
Top-load testing plays a critical role in packaging design, quality assurance and compliance. It helps to:
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How is top-load testing performed?
Equipment and setup
The essential equipment for a top-load test includes:
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Mecmesin systems for top-load testing
Vertical load and axial resistance expertise
Mecmesin offers dedicated axial load test systems widely used for
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Standards for top-load testing
ASTM D2659
Specifies the method for determining the column crush resistance of blown thermoplastic containers.
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Real-world applications
Plastic bottles and closures
In beverage and household product manufacturing, top-load testing is essential to confirm that bo
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Speak to an expert
Top-load testing provides a vital measure of packaging performance, helping engineers and quality teams optimise designs, comply with regulations and ensure product safety.
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What is a three-point bend test?
A three-point bend test is a widely used method for determining the flexural properties of materials. It involves applying a load at the midpoint of a specimen supported at two points, creating a bending force.