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Essentials of GRIP & FIXTURE Selection in Force & Torque Testing Webinar
When physically testing a material or component, the ability to apply load to a test specimen is important—but having the ability to apply that load correctly is just as crucial.
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SAE J1701
This SAE Information Report is provided as an advisory guide. Individual application discretion is recommended. The content has been presented as accurately as possible, but responsibility for its application lies with the user.
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BS EN ISO 12230
This European Standard specifies a method for the determination of the tensile properties of materials used as surfaces for sports areas.
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Rice Texture Analysis
Rice is a staple food for billions of people worldwide, and its quality is intrinsically linked to its texture.
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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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Texture Testing: Meat & Plant-based Proteins
The quality of meat is determined by a number of factors including, tenderness, juiciness, and flavor.
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Syringe Testing According to ISO 11040-4 Annex F: Needle Penetration and Drag Testing
Explore this comprehensive guide on syringe testing according to ISO 11040-4 Annex F. Learn the step-by-step process of needle penetration and drag testing, the equipment needed, and best practices for accurate results.
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Lipstick tube force and torque testing
Requirement
Lipstick is by far the most popular cosmetic product with over 800 million tubes sold every year globally … and sales are resilient even during times of recession.
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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.
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Top-load PET bottle CSD non-vented
OmniTest 2.5
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Top-load testing (also known as 'column-crush' and 'axial force resistance') is performed mainly on blow moulded, thermoformed or injection moulded plastic containers such as PET (Polyethylene terephthalate) bottles.
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Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) finds Materials Science's sweet spot
Two enterprising educators at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) in Massachusetts, USA, turn the study of Materials Science into an engaging, hands-on experience that some of their students simply call ‘amazing’. Having spent time with the Mecmesin…
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ASTM F2923
This specification establishes requirements and test methods for specified elements and certain mechanical hazards in children's jewelry.
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Test standards for compressive strength
The main recognised standards for ring crush testing are:
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Why Mecmesin for breakaway torque testing?
Mecmesin offers an unmatched combination of reliability, support, and industry insight:
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Applications across industries
Compressive hardness testing is applied in many sectors to confirm that materials meet performance and safety criteria.
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Technological advancements
Modern Mecmesin systems combine motorised precision with advanced software control.
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Cord, rope and netting
Cord, rope and netting all rely on their inherent strength to perform the essential tasks of tying, lifting and dragging.
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Mecmesin solutions for five-point bend testing
Mecmesin provides precision testing systems fully compatible with ASTM D2718, offering accurate and repeatable results for planar shear evaluat
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What is strip torque testing?
Definition and importance
Strip torque testing measures the torque required to continue rotating a threaded closure beyond its normal sealing point until the thread strips or the closure fails.
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Mecmesin’s breakaway torque testing equipment
Mecmesin offers a full suite of equipment to meet the torque testing needs of both R&D labs and production environments, from manual testers to f
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Why Mecmesin for removal torque testing
Mecmesin offers manual and automated torque testing solutions designed for packaging manufacturers, quality control teams, and compliance officers.
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Introduction to bridge torque
Definition and importance
Bridge torque refers to the rotational force required to shear the tamper-evident bridges or lugs that connect a screw cap to its locking ring.
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Types of calculations handled
Mecmesin’s VectorPro software supports a wide range of test calculations, automatically derived from mechanical testing data:
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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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Case studies
Medical gloves - Manufacturers test to ASTM D412-16 to ensure gloves stretch over the hand without tearing and recover enough for a secure fit.