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Peel testing vacuum-formed containers
Customised engineering example
Semi-rigid thermoformed packaging, sealed by film or foil, is commonly tested by the '45-degree peel method'. This best represents how a person would open the package.
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Mecmesin equipment for four-point bend testing
Mecmesin supplies a comprehensive range of systems for four-point bend testing, covering both laboratory and industrial requirements.
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Best practices for effective torque testing
Sample preparation
Condition closures and containers to the specified temperature and humidity
Inspect samples for defects before testing
Standardise top-load app
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Case study
Medical devices testing
Requirement
To provide a low cost, flexible tensile test machine which could be used in conjunction with special fixturing, to perform a range of functional and destructive tests on a range of products.
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Accessory
Compression Plate, Hardened and Ground,12 mm, 10-32 UNF
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Hardened and ground compression plates have a smooth, scratch-proof surface ideal for compression testing on samples that could damage a standard compression plate, such as springs.
12mm diameter having 10-32 UNF female thread.
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Compression Plate, Hardened and Ground, 175 mm, 5-16 UNC
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Hardened and ground compression plates have a smooth, scratch-proof surface ideal for compression testing on samples that could damage a standard compression plate, such as springs.
175mm diameter having 5-16 UNC female thread.
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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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Step-by-step needle penetration testing process
Sample preparation
Specimens are cut to the required dimensions and conditioned to the specified environmental parameters such as temperature and humidity. Thickness and surface finish are controlled for consistency.
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FPT COF sled 200g (foam) for ASTM D1894 and ISO 8295
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A foam-faced sled with magnetic grips, for testing coefficient of friction of plastic film samples to ASTM D1894 and ISO 8295. Supplied with rigid and extensible links.
For use on the FPT-H1 Friction Tester.
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Packaging: Peel & Adhesion testing
Adhesion strength is a key factor in packaging, providing reliability and durability for a wide range of products.
Whether it's ensuring that a shipping box remains sealed during transit or that labels stay firmly attached to containers, the a
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Case study
End float test of inhaler cap
Requirement
'End float is the displacement in mm of a product', in this case the dispensing cap closure of the inhaler measured at a specific load.
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Removal torque of cap from drug delivery device
Requirement
Global medical technology company Becton Dickinson (BD) needed to assess the torque required to twist off the cap of a drug delivery device.
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How is ultimate compressive strength tested?
Equipment and procedure
Testing is typically performed using a universal testing machine (UTM) fitted with flat or contoured
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Compression Plate, Hardened and Ground, 50 mm, M6
432-197
Hardened and ground compression plates have a smooth, scratch-proof surface ideal for compression testing on samples that could damage a standard compression plate, such as springs.
50mm diameter having M6 female thread.
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Why choose Mecmesin for COF testing
Standards-compliant systems
Mecmesin’s friction testing systems comply with ASTM and ISO standards and offer high repeatability across materials including
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Crosshead Extension and Elevated Base Plate
432-406
The 38mm crosshead extension and elevated base plate are supplied together. They are used for fitting larger samples up to 200 mm diameter, to a single-column MultiTest system. When fitted, the cantilever effect of such an extension serves to reduce the…
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Interpreting breakaway test results
Understanding test outputs is as crucial as conducting the tests themselves.
Slip torque vs bridge torque
Slip torque reflects the resistance encountered before rotation begins—a measure of seal integrity and usability.
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Case study
Torque testing closures on multi-way plastic bottles
Customised engineering example
A pharmaceuticals company wanted to test the closure torque of a series of square-profile PET bottles.
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Case study
Tennis ball compression test
Requirement
The ITF (International Tennis Federation) invited Mecmesin to bid for a project to replace their outdated ‘Stevens’ test machine used to measure the force to ‘squash’ a tennis ball.
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Importance of ergonomic strength testing
Ergonomic strength testing is essential for ensuring that human performance matches task requirements. This alignment reduces the risk of musculoskeletal injuries and improves long-term health outcomes.
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Lancet needle retention test
Requirement
A UK based medical device company who design and manufacture a range of blood glucose monitoring and control equipment used by healthcare professionals and consumers across the globe, needed a test solution to ensure the quality of
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ASTM B533
The force required to separate a metallic coating from its plastic substrate is determined by the interaction of several factors: the generic type and quality of the plastic molding compound, the molding process, the process used to prepare the substrat
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How to perform a box crush test
A successful box crush test requires consistent specimen preparation, suitable equipment and precise execution.
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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.
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The fundamentals of torque testing
If you have every struggled to open your favorite bottle of water or jam, or required help loosening the lug nuts on your car's wheels, it's likely due to a case of over-torque.