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WestPack Expo 2025
Lansmont - together with our sister brand Mecmesin - will be participating in the upcoming WestPack trade show!
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ASTM D6241-04
This test method for determining the puncture strength of geotextiles is to be used by the industry as an index of puncture strength.
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ASTM D4255 / D4255M-15a
ASTM D4255 is a test method for testing the in-plane shear properties of high-modulus fiber-reinforced composite materials. The method is divided into two procedures. Procedure A tests laminates clamped between two pairs of loading rails.
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TAPPI T 456
TAPPI T456 is a test method that describes the procedure for the determination of the tensile strength of paper and paperboard after saturation with water.
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GS1 5.0
The Hanger Specifications are intended to increase efficiency in the supplier-to-retailer pipeline by minimizing order-to-sales floor cycle time.
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ASTM F2878-10
This test method is used for determining the force required to cause a hypodermic needle to penetrate through protective clothing material.
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ASTM D3359
These test methods cover procedures for assessing the adhesion of coating films to metallic substrates by applying and removing pressure-sensitive tape over cuts made in the film.
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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.
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Testing methods and equipment
A cleavage strength test requires precise load application and accurate force measurement at the point of separation.
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How the strip method works
The strip method involves cutting a specimen to a precise width, typically 50 mm or 25 mm depending on the applicable standard, and mounting it in the grips of a tensile testing
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Physiology
We exert force and torque with our muscles in almost all our everyday activities.
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Benefits of regular ergonomic testing
Routine testing offers measurable benefits for employers, healthcare providers, and safety professionals:
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Why Mecmesin for ring crush testing
Mecmesin designs and manufactures precision testing systems that meet ISO 12192 and TAPPI requirements for RCT.
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Mecmesin solutions for extrusion testing
Mecmesin offers precision-engineered extrusion testing solutions designed for food texture analysis, built on platforms such as the
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Why Mecmesin for compressibility and recovery testing
Precision systems for all materials
Mecmesin systems test everything from soft foams and elastomers to rigid gasket composites.
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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 tensile testing
Adhering to international standards ensures results are accurate, consistent, and comparable across laboratories and industries. Commonly referenced standards include:
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Why is ultimate compressive strength important?
Ultimate compressive strength is a critical parameter in engineering design, safety, and product validation.
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Mecmesin solutions for corrugated medium testing
Mecmesin offers flat crush testers and fixtures designed to meet TAPPI T 809 requirements.
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Mecmesin equipment for torque to turn testing
Mecmesin offers a range of precision torque test systems, including the OmniTest and
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Real-world examples
Beverage packaging automation
A global beverage brand used the VortexPro to automate PET bottle cap testing:
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Introduction to shear testing
Shear testing is a core method in food texture analysis, used to measure the force required to cut, bite, or deform a food sample.
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Case studies and real-world examples
Food sachet packaging
In a recent study, our equipment was used to test the burst strength of multilayer foil sachets used for single-serve food products.
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Equipment considerations
Selecting the correct extrusion testing system involves matching the machine’s capabilities to the product type and testing goals. Key considerations include: