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Why torque testing is essential in packaging
Accurate torque application is critical across many packaging scenarios:
Prevents leakage in liquid-filled containers due to under-torqued caps
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Impact of environmental factors
Temperature and mechanical properties
Temperature can significantly affect tangent modulus:
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How to conduct a grab test
A standard grab test involves the following steps:
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Speak to an expert
Discuss your requirements with a Mecmesin specialist to identify the right tension testing solution for your product and process.
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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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Introduction to corrugated medium testing
Corrugated medium testing is a key process in the packaging industry, ensuring that materials used in box and carton production meet strict durability and performance standards.
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Analysing shear failure
Shear failure analysis identifies how a bond fails and gives insight into service performance:
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Bearings, rollers and gears
Rollers and bearings are intrinsic components of assemblies which move products horizontally, vertically, on an incline or decline, overhead, sub-floor, around obstacles and over long distances.
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Why automate?
Automation transforms the way you approach quality control and testing, turning a time-consuming and labour-intensive process into a more efficient and cost-effective operation.
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Overview of TerraFixing
TerraFixing is dedicated to combating climate change through affordable and scalable Direct Air Carbon Capture (DAC).
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Testing equipment and procedures
Compression testers with parallel platens apply controlled loads at specified rates.
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Speak to an expert
For advice on implementing five-point bend testing in your laboratory or production process, contact Mecmesin’s technical team.
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Challenges and considerations
Even with well-defined standards, tear resistance testing can be influenced by:
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Speak to an expert at Mecmesin about your tear resistance testing requirements, from selecting the correct wing tear method to configuring equipment for
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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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Best practice and future trends
Maintaining accuracy
Calibrate to ISO 6789 or Mecmesin protocols
Use in controlled environments
Validate with certified torque standards
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Technological advancements
Modern Mecmesin systems combine motorised precision with advanced software control.
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Versatility
The Vortex torque tester has been designed for versatility. Its standard configuration is rated to 10 N.m (90 lbf.in) with space to accept specimens up to 275mm wide.
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Speak to an Expert
For specialist advice on four-point bend testing—including test setup, standard compliance, and equipment selection—contact Mecmesin’s technical support team.
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Accuracy and repeatability
Achieve a level of accuracy and repeatability that cannot be achieved by manual testers. Reduce your testing time and increase your throughput when performing batch tests.
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Importance of accurate torque measurement
Precise torque measurement is vital to:
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Emerging standards and future developments
Mechanical torque testing continues to evolve alongside changes in manufacturing and material science. Key developments include:
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Speak to an Expert
To learn how automated test calculations and advanced software could benefit your quality assurance, production or R&D processes, speak to a Mecmesin specialist.
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Common challenges in yield point testing
Specimen alignment issues
Misalignment during clamping can cause uneven stress distribution, resulting in inaccurate readings.
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Speak to an expert
For engineers, quality managers, and researchers developing or refining compressive strength testing programmes, Mecmesin offers consultation,