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Software
VectorPro Lite software (torque instruments)
VectorPro® Lite software
Available as an optional extra to Mecmesin's Orbis, Tornado and AFTI digital force and torque testing instruments, VectorPro Lite is an advanced data acquisition and plotting software package.
Simply select the appropriate…
2002
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Hospitals
Mecmesin provides force, materials and torque testing equipment for medical and dental hospitals and their associated teaching institutions.
2003
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Electronics
Mecmesin's versatile force, materials, and torque testers are used by manufacturers worldwide to test the quality, strength, performance and safety of electrical, electronic and micro-electronic components and products.
2004
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Introduction to peel wheel testing
The peel wheel test is a specialised adhesion test method used to measure the strength of adhesive bonds in flexible materials such as plastics, films, and laminates.
2005
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Speak to an expert
Contact Mecmesin to discuss the best tensile testing solution for your materials and applications.
2006
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Speak to an expert
For advice on elongation and recovery testing, or to discuss how Mecmesin’s equipment can be configured for your specific materials and applications, speak with one of our technical specialists.
2007
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Speak to an expert
If you need needle penetration testing for compliance, product validation, or quality control, Mecmesin’s technical specialists can recommend the right solution for your requirements.
2008
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Universal testing machines (UTMs) made simple
Mecmesin have developed a new range of precision bench-top universal testing machines (UTMs) in single and twin-column formats, for compression and tensile testing from 0.5 to 50 kN loads.
2011
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Analysing and interpreting results
Results are expressed as the maximum load sustained by the sample. This can be converted into a ring crush index by dividing by the specimen width.
2012
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Pharmaceuticals
The pharmaceutical industry is tightly controlled and subject to strict regulations, which means that testing is often at the heart of demonstrating compliance to the various international standards which govern the industry.
2013
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Introduction to single rip trouser tear testing
Single rip trouser tear testing is a method used to measure a material’s ability to resist the propagation of a tear once it has started.
2014
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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.
2015
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Introduction to running torque
Running torque testing measures the torque required to keep a component rotating once movement has started.
2016
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Common challenges in fastening torque
Believing tighter is always better, leading to over-torquing.
Ignoring lubrication effects, which can reduce the torque needed for the same clamping force.
Relying on uncalibrated hand tools, which can produce inconsistent res
2017
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Universal testing machines (UTMs) made simple
Mecmesin have developed a new range of precision bench-top universal testing machines (UTMs) in single and twin-column formats, for compression and tensile testing from 0.5 to 50 kN loads.
2018
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Speak to an engineer
For tailored advice on coefficient of friction testing, contact a Mecmesin applications engineer for support in choosing the right equipment and ensuring compliance with your industry’s requirements.
2019
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Loop tack test standards
Several international standards govern loop tack testing to ensure results are consistent and repeatable:
2020
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What is breakaway torque?
Definition and importance
Breakaway torque, also known as slip torque, refers to the rotational force required to initiate movement in a threaded closure, such as a bottle cap or medical connector.
2021
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Industrial applications and benefits
FCT is an essential quality control and design optimisation tool for:
2022
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Case examples
Catalyst pellet crush strength - A petrochemical manufacturer evaluated catalyst pellets using radial crush testing.
2023
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Speak to an expert
Mecmesin has decades of experience in tear resistance testing and offers complete solutions for single rip trouser tear applications.
2024
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Some undergraduate students might regard their Materials Science classes as somewhat of a tedious affair.
2025
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Case study
A Tier 1 automotive supplier used a Mecmesin OmniTest system with VectorPro