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Closure torque testing is vital for ensuring that packaging remains secure, protects contents, and is user-friendly.
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Essential standards for pull-off and pull-out testing
International standards provide consistent methods and equipment requirements for these tests:
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Need help selecting the right test method or equipment for your material? Mecmesin specialists are available to advise on setting up effective bulk analysis routines.
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Understanding test standards: industry-specific requirements
To maintain consistency and reliability, compressive strength tests are often governed by established standards.
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Introduction to equibiaxial flexure compression testing
Equibiaxial flexure compression testing is a materials testing method used to evaluate a specimen’s resistance to bending under multi-directional loading.
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What is wing tear testing (Winkelmann/Graves method)?
Wing tear testing is a tensile-based method for flexible materials, in which a wing-shaped specimen is subjected to a controlled force until it tears.
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Why choose Mecmesin for shear testing in tension
Mecmesin provides precision-engineered solutions for shear testing in tension, designed to meet ASTM, ISO, and
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Introduction to fastening torque
Fastening torque is a critical parameter in the performance, safety, and durability of mechanical assemblies.
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Understanding tear strength and its importance
Tear strength measures the force a material can withstand before a tear propagates. It covers both the initial rupture and the resistance to further tearing once damage has started.
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Industry standards for material testing
Relevant standards
MIL-STD-202 - Covers mechanical and environmental tests for electronic components, including terminal bending and pull tests.
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Speak to an expert
If you require loop tack testing to meet quality, performance, or compliance requirements, Mecmesin can provide the right solution for your application.
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Equipment for ECT
Mecmesin supplies precision compression testers and dedicated ECT fixtures designed for accuracy and repeatability.
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How is a three-point bend test performed?
Test setup and procedure
The test begins with preparing a specimen, often a rectangular bar, from materials such as plastics, composites, wood, or metals.
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Equipment and techniques
Accurate T-peel testing requires precise, calibrated instruments.
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Maintenance and calibration of tear testers
To maintain accuracy and extend service life, regular maintenance and calibration are essential.
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Standards for texture compression testing
ISO 16305 - Butter firmness
Specifies a method for determining butter firmness under controlled conditions.
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Why removal torque is important
Removal torque is critical to packaging performance and user experience.
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Relevant textile test standards
The strip method is defined in several national and international standards, each tailored to specific fabric types and performance requirements:
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Key test standards for ball burst testing
ASTM D3787 – Constant-rate-of-traverse (CRT) method
This standard outlines a method for determining the bursting strength of
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Advances in adhesive testing
Modern systems incorporate high-resolution digital sensors for precise force measurement, real-time data capture with analytical software, and automation to reduce operator influence.
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Understanding corrugated cardboard resistance
The compressive resistance of corrugated cardboard depends on factors such as flute profile, board structure, and paper quality.
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Why Mecmesin for closure torque testing
Precision torque measurement systems
Mecmesin offers high-resolution torque testers such as the OmniTest and
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Standards for breakaway torque testing
Breakaway torque testing is governed by a range of industry-specific standards designed to ensure safety and consistency in packaging performance.
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Difference between tangent modulus and other moduli
Tangent modulus vs secant modulus
While both describe stiffness, their calculation methods differ: