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Case study
Measuring shear strength of loose building materials
Customised engineering example
The shear strength of compacted materials (e.g. soil and sand) can be awkward to test.
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Case study
Electrical assembly component strength
Customised engineering example
Due to the complex, asymmetric shapes of electrical assemblies, it can be difficult to grip the soldered, fused and welded parts in a way that mimic the forces applied when in use.
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Case study
Magnet pull tester
Requirement
Magnetic separators trap and remove ferromagnetic foreign bodies from product streams, in order to guarantee high product quality and prevent damage to machinery and processing equipment.
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What is cantilever bend testing?
Definition and purpose
Cantilever bend testing assesses a component’s flexural response by applying a controlled force at a set distance from a fixed end.
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FINAT FTM 9
This test method describes a means of assessing probably the most important and yet the hardest to measure property of pressure sensitive materials, the tack.
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What is lap shear testing under compression?
Lap shear testing under compressive load is a mechanical test used to determine the strength of
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Force systems
Do you need a level of accuracy and repeatability which just cannot be achieved by manual testers?
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Manual test stands
Manual test stands allow simple force testing when budgets are limited.
Lever-operated models enable rapid testing of tension and compression up to 500 N.
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ASTM D6272-17
This test method covers the determination of flexural properties of unreinforced and reinforced plastics, including high-modulus composites and electrical insulating materials in the form of rectangular bars molded directly or cut from sheets, plates, o
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Case study
Car door closure effort
Requirement
When shutting car doors, users need to apply a certain force to initiate the movement and ensure a complete closure.
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Event
Understanding Adhesion Strength: 180 Degree Peel Test
Across many households and industries, consumers have developed a strong preference for and confidence in ‘Duct Tape’ for all types of uses and applications. This is mainly due to the adhesion strength.
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BS EN 12346
Gymnastics equipment, Wall bars, Ladders, Sports equipment, Indoor sports equipment, Design, Dimensions, Height, Dimensional tolerances, Shape, Strength of materials, Safety measures, Marking, Instructions for use, Equipment safety, Mechanical testing,
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Case study
Peel testing identity cards
Requirement
The customer produces identity cards with a laminated cover. The customer wanted to know that the adhesive used to bond the laminate and card together was strong enough to withstand a high rate of day-to-day usage.
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What is the trapezoidal tear test?
The trapezoidal tear test is a mechanical method used to determine the tear strength of flexible sheet materials.
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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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Importance of child-resistant closures
Child-resistant closures are a critical safety feature for packaging containing pharmaceuticals, che
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Case study
Adjustable spectacles torque test
Customised engineering example
Adlens manufacture adaptive spectacle lenses, where the optical power is adjusted by a side dial which is then removed.
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Event
Understanding Top-Load Testing - Live Application Demo
Packaging manufacturers use top-load or crush testing to ensure packaging integrity, and to eliminate material excess while maintaining quality.
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Case study
Child resistant closures (CRC) mandrel
Customised engineering example
Child Resistant Closures (CRC) require sufficient vertical force to activate the CR locking mechanism prior to torque being applied.
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What is a universal testing machine?
To assess the quality of a finished product or component, it is often necessary to conduct multiple force tests.
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Wire Terminal Strength & Crimp Testing Webinar
The only way of really knowing the strength of a crimped terminal is to pull it.
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What is 180 degree peel testing
The 180 degree peel test is a recognised method for measuring the strength of adhesive bonds when a material is peeled back on itself at a constant angle of 180 degrees.
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BS EN 565
Mountaineering equipment, Outdoor sports equipment, Sports equipment, Safety measures, Equipment safety, Tape, Webbing, Tensile strength, Stability, Weight measurement, Marking, Test specimens, Testing conditions
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Case study
電気ハーネス端子テスト
要件英国ディスに拠点を置くCypriumMotorsportsは、フォーミュラ1、ルマンプロトタイプ、グランドツーリング、ラリーカーなどのスポーツカー向けにカスタマイズされたワイヤリングハーネスシステムを設計および製造しています。 Cypriumは、電気ハーネス端子の高速かつ正確なチェックを実行し、端子とワイヤがしっかりと圧着されていることを確認するために、力テストシステムを必要としていました。