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Accessory
Co-efficient of Friction (COF) Sled for ASTM D1894 and ISO 8295, 200g (foam), FPT-H1
432-633
A neoprene-faced sled with magnetic grips, for testing coefficient of friction of paper samples to TAPPI T549. Supplied with rigid and extensible links.
For use on the FPT-H1 Friction Tester.
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Accessory
Cable tie break fixture for CrimpTest-1 kN
432-653
Cable-tie Break Fixture for CrimpTest-1
The Cable-tie Break Fixture comprises 2 split halves each having semi-circular stepped bollards for testing the tensile strength of cable-ties. There are 3 steps of 10 mm height steps to accommodate various length…
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Applications of compression testing
Compression testing is essential for product development, quality assurance and compliance. Its applications span a wide range of industries and material types.
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Accessory
Rubber jaws for Mec240k Medium Vice Grip, 2.5 kN, 30 x 80 mm
Mec240k-BG80
Rubber-faced Jaws (30mm x 80mm) - nickel-plated having 1mm thick layer of nitrile rubber coating.
Opening span = see datasheet for various spans according to the grip body selected.
For fragile samples, which may get weakened by pinching at the contact-…
505
Accessory
Split Mandrel for Stelvin aluminium closure, pneumatic
PDV14181
Suitable for Stelvin aluminium closures.
Pneumatically-operated chuck complete with half-round jaws with wire-eroded faces, for use with Vortex Upper Fixing Plate (432-321). Supplied with pneumatic valves and tubes.
Specify closure diameter when…
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Case study
Tennis ball compression test
Requirement
The ITF (International Tennis Federation) invited Mecmesin to bid for a project to replace their outdated ‘Stevens’ test machine used to measure the force to ‘squash’ a tennis ball.
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Software
VectorPro torque testing software
VectorPro® software
VectorPro is an advanced torque testing software package developed to perform torque testing on components and products. Capture measurement data graphically and share customised test reports quickly.
Simply choose an ETS loadcell and…
509
Case study
Dashboard button testing
Requirement
Visteon required an automated system to measure the actuation force for dashboard buttons and check the electrical contact closure points.
510
Case study
Wire rope termination crimp safety
Requirement
TECNI Ltd., manufactures and supplies a range of steel, braided and wire rope assemblies for applications as diverse as security locks, balustrades, marine rigging, winching systems and gym equipment.
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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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Mecmesin solutions for compressive modulus testing
Mecmesin provides precision compression testing systems for accurate modulus determination across a wide range of materials and load capacities.
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What is the box crush test?
The box crush test (BCT) is a widely used method for measuring the compressive strength of fibreboard packaging, particu
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Mecmesin solutions for Concora crush testing
Mecmesin offers advanced motorised test stands and fixtures for performing CCT in compliance with
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Mecmesin equipment for 90-degree peel testing
Mecmesin provides a range of test systems designed for peel and adhesion applications:
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Key standards in compressive deformation testing
Compliance with recognised standards ensures that results are accurate, repeatable, and accepted by regulatory bodies. Examples include:
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Why the ring crush test is critical for paperboard strength
Paperboard packaging must combine cost-efficiency with protective performance.
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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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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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Mecmesin equipment for tension testing
Precision and flexibility
Mecmesin offers a wide range of systems for tension testing, from the manually operated MultiTest-dV for low-volume or field te
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How is the trapezoidal tear test performed?
A standard trapezoidal tear test follows a consistent sequence:
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How is torque testing in packaging performed?
Torque testing can be carried out using manual or automated methods, depending on production volume, precision requirements
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Sensor
Sensors - MultiTest-dV
Force sensors
The MultiTest-dV is a highly flexible tester, which can be configured with either a Touchscreen or Advanced Force Gauge for product testing or an Enhanced Load Sensor for basic materials testing.
AFGA digital force gauge with advanced…
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Accessory
Compression Plate, Self-levelling, Hardened & Ground, 100 mm, 5-16 UNC
432-351
Self-levelling compression plates are ideal for general compression testing on a range of materials and finished products. Self-levelling allows parallelism to be set for those applications where it is critical to accurately measure the deformation of a…