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ISO 6922
Specifies a method for determining the bond strength of a butt joint when subjected to tensile force. The method is applicable to all types of adhesives.
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ASTM D7834-13
During the application of coatings, paint brushes can exhibit shedding of filling material onto the coated surface. A measure of this shedding filling material will determine the paint brush’s ability to resist shedding during application.
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ASTM D143
These test methods cover the determination of various strength and related properties of wood by testing small clear specimens.
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Three-point vs four-point bend testing
In a three-point bend test, force is applied at a single midpoint. In a four-point bend test, two loading noses distribute the load over a larger section of the specimen.
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Cosmetics & Personal Care Products
Mecmesin solutions for testing in cosmetics and personal care.
Test product formulation for objective texture analysis as well as applicators, dispensers and packaging.
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BS EN 62275
This International Standard specifies requirements for metallic, non-metallic and composite cable ties and their associated fixing devices used for the management and support of wiring systems in electrical installations.
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ASTM D1709-03
These test methods cover the determination of the energy that causes plastic film to fail under specified conditions of impact of a free-falling dart.
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Introduction to chord modulus
Chord modulus is a key parameter in material testing, providing engineers and quality control teams with a precise measure of a material’s stiffness under defined loading conditions.
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Take control of your torque testing
Torque testing is a way of determining how an object will react when it is being turned - during normal operation or being twisted until it deliberately fails or breaks.
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Test Frame
MultiTest test frame (single column)
MultiTest test frame
A ballscrew-driven motorised test frame designed to apply tension and compression from 2 N right up to a capacity of 5 kN (1100 lbf).Its versatile construction makes it perfectly suited for testing all kinds of components in a quality…
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Test Frame
OmniTest test frame (single column)
OmniTest test frame
A single-column motorised test frame designed to apply tensile, shear, flexural and compressive forces from 2 N right up to a capacity of 7.5 kN (1686 lbf).Its versatile construction makes it perfectly suited for testing all kinds of…
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ASTM F1839-08
This specification covers rigid polyurethane foam blocks or sheets recommended for use as a standard material for mechanical testing using orthopedic devices and instruments.
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ISO 1805
ISO 1805 specifies a method of testing the breaking force and knot breaking force of netting yarns for fishing nets.
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Introduction to pull-off and pull-out testing
Pull-off and pull-out testing are widely used to measure the strength, durability, and reliability of materials, adhesives, coatings, and mechanical fixings.
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Key properties measured in tensile testing
While ultimate tensile strength is the headline result, tensile testing also measures:
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FAQs about compressive strength testing
How is compressive strength different from tensile strength?
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Event
Introduction to consumer packaging testing
In the competitive world of consumer goods, damaged packaging isn't just a financial setback—it can tarnish your brand's reputation.
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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 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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ASTM D 2979
1.1 This test method covers measurement of the pressure sensitive tack of adhesives.
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BS EN 1608
This European Standard specifies the equipment and procedures for determining the tensile strength of a product parallel to its faces. It is applicable to thermal insulating products.
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Standards and guidelines
Accurate and comparable cleavage strength testing depends on following recognised international standards.
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ASTM D3914
ASTM D3914 is a test method used to measure the in-plane shear strength of pultruded, glass-fiber reinforced, thermosetting plastic rod in diameters ranging from 19 to 32 mm.
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Software
Vector OS (VFG/VFTI)
Vector OS
Our touchscreen instruments are powered by Vector OS, Mecmesin's technology platform for its latest force and torque test equipment. It delivers intuitive and customisable user interfaces, as well as advanced data acquisition and analysis.
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BS EN ISO 13934-2
Part 2 of ISO 13934-2 specifies a procedure for the determination of the maximum force of textile fabrics known as the grab test.