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Accessory
3- & 4-point Bend Jig, 50 kN, Aluminium, QC-32 fitting
Mec22-360
MEC22 - A fully-configurable 50 kN Bend Jig in aluminium.
The main support beam has a bending span up to 330 mm and can bear a wide selection of interchangeable single-roller or dual-roller anvils to suit your specimen material.
A single upper anvil…
327
Accessory
Wedge Grip (large), 5 kN, 5-16 UNC
432-398
The 5 kN Wedge Grip is ideal for tensile testing of flat and rigid materials, including plastics, rubber and light metals.
A spring-loaded lever ensures the serrated jaws (25mm wide x 32mm high) are easy to open for fast securing and release of samples…
328
Accessory
Cork Extraction Test Rig
432-676
The Cork Extraction Test Rig is used to test the extraction force of corks and other bottle stoppers.
The lower part of the fixtures fits to the base of a test stand. It has a bottle cradle with an anti-slip surface and is easily adjusted to accommodate…
329
Accessory
3- & 4-point Bend Jig, 2.5 kN, Aluminium, QC-20 fitting
Mec238
MEC238 - A small yet fully-configurable 2.5 kN Bend Jig in aluminium.
The main support beam has a bending span up to 150 mm and can bear a wide selection of interchangeable single-roller or dual-roller anvils to suit your specimen material.
A single…
330
Case study
Pharmaceutical sachet burst strength
Customised engineering example
Plastic sachets with welded seams are frequently used for measured applications of liquids, creams and gels.
331
Case study
Train sliding door slam force tester
Requirement
A portable device was specified for testing the force required to activate the inbuilt safety device when automatic doors close on trains.
332
Accessory
3- & 4-point Bend Jig, 2.5 kN, Aluminium, QC-20 fitting
Mec238
MEC238 - A small yet fully-configurable 2.5 kN Bend Jig in aluminium.
The main support beam has a bending span up to 150 mm and can bear a wide selection of interchangeable single-roller or dual-roller anvils to suit your specimen material.
A single…
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Industry applications of flexural testing
Plastics and thermoplastics
Flexural testing reveals the stiffness, yield point, and failure mode of plastics, informing mate
334
Accessory
3- & 4-point Bend Jig, 50 kN, Steel, QC-32 fitting
Mec103-cgr
MEC103 - A compact yet fully-configurable 50 kN Bend Jig in steel.
The main support beam attaches to the base of the test frame and has a bending span up to 120 mm. It can accept a wide selection of interchangeable single-roller or dual-roller anvils to…
335
Accessory
Wedge Grip, 10 kN, QC-20 fitting
MecS622
MecS622 (body only) :
Lever-action wedge grip with it's lever being positioned at the front for easy operation.
The open back of this wedge grip allows wider samples to be fitted, although still held across the central 34 mm width.
Supplied as body…
336
Accessory
Small Circular Bollard Grip, 100 N, QC-20 fitting
432-270
The Small Circular Bollard Grips is made from aluminium and is designed for tensile testing up to 100 N of delicate, flexible specimens such as fine threads, wires and yarns, which may break easily when clamped.
The specimen is wrapped around the…
337
Accessory
3- & 4-point Bend Jig, 50 kN, Aluminium, QC-32 fitting
Mec22-360
MEC22 - A fully-configurable 50 kN Bend Jig in aluminium.
The main support beam has a bending span up to 330 mm and can bear a wide selection of interchangeable single-roller or dual-roller anvils to suit your specimen material.
A single upper anvil…
339
Event
Critical strength: Perfecting catalyst and pellet crush testing
Catalysts are widely used in industrial processes where yield and time issues are critical to forming a product as soon as possible.
340
Case study
Festive lighting masonry anchorage strength checking
Requirement
A number of local councils in the United Kingdom have adopted a new code of practice for the Installation, Operation and Removal of Seasonal Decorations.
341
Case study
Coefficient of friction test on plastic film
Requirement
A print factory needed to test the packaging material they were using in order to improve their processes and establish optimum machinery settings.
342
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Methods of conducting ergonomic strength tests
The choice of method depends on whether the focus is workplace assessment, clinical rehabilitation, or research studies.
344
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Why Mecmesin for puncture resistance testing
Mecmesin designs and manufactures precision puncture resistance testing systems to meet the requirements of ASTM and ISO standards.
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Application of standards in puncture testing
Standardised methods ensure test consistency and reliability across laboratories and production sites.
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ASTM F2999
1.1 This specification establishes requirements and test methods for specified elements and for certain mechanical hazards in adult jewelry.
347
Case study
Lap shear testing of plywood
Requirement
Estonian Plywood (part of the Lemeks/Tarmeko group) is a leading manufacturer of uncoated birch plywood; harvested from sustainable well-managed forests.
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Why Mecmesin for penetration and puncture resistance testing
Mecmesin designs and manufactures test systems that comply with ASTM, ISO, and BS standards for penetration and puncture resistance te
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Standards for 135° peel testing
Several recognised standards define methods for peel strength testing of semi-rigid and flexible packaging.