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If your organisation requires penetration and puncture resistance testing for compliance, product development, or quality control, speak to one of our technical experts today.
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Cord, rope and netting
Cord, rope and netting all rely on their inherent strength to perform the essential tasks of tying, lifting and dragging.
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The climbing drum peel test is a critical method for evaluating adhesive bond strength where performance and safety cannot be compromised.
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How to Calculate UTS
This gives a value in N/mm² or MPa. During a tensile test, the material is pulled until it breaks. The highest recorded force, divided by the original cross-sectional area, gives the UTS. This value is the peak on a stress-strain curve.
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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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Applications in the food industry
Extrusion testing supports both product development and quality control for semi-solids and viscous liquids.
Example applications:
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Compressive deformation testing is essential for ensuring material performance, safety, and compliance in industries from construction to sports manufacturing.
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Applications in demanding sectors
The strip method is used wherever fabric integrity under load is critical:
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Why flexural strength is important
Flexural strength testing is a vital tool for ensuring material reliability and safety in end-use conditions.
Applications across industries:
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Introduction to friction in material science
Friction is a critical factor in how materials behave under movement. It is the resistive force that occurs when two surfaces are in contact and attempt to slide against each other.
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TAPPI T 824 standard
Overview of the standard
TAPPI T 824 is the internationally recognised standard that specifies the procedures, equipment requirements, and specimen preparation methods for conducting
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Industry standards and compliance
Running torque tests are often performed in line with established industry standards to ensure comparability and acceptance. Relevant examples include:
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The Concora Crush Test, as defined in TAPPI T 824, is a critical step in corrugated medium evaluation.
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If you need guidance on puncture or shear resistance testing, selecting the right equipment, or integrating ASTM, ISO, TAPPI, and <
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Top-load testing provides a vital measure of packaging performance, helping engineers and quality teams optimise designs, comply with regulations and ensure product safety.
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Standards and compliance
Commonly referenced standards for tangent modulus testing include:
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To find out how Mecmesin can support your ball burst testing requirements, speak to one of our technical specialists today.
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The Delft tear test is a valuable tool for assessing material performance in applications where durability and safety are critical.
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Troubleshooting and best practices
Secure adhesive firmly in the fixture to prevent slippage
Clean substrates between tests to remove residue
Maintain consistent loop dimensions using fixture guides
Control temperature and humidity to match the test s
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Standards and procedures
FCT results must be consistent and comparable, which is why the test is carried out to recognised standards:
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Industry applications
Medical devices - Sterile packaging and protective barriers must resist both penetration and puncture to maintain sterility and patient safety.
Constructi
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How the single rip trouser tear method works
The method takes its name from the specimen shape, where a single cut partway into the sample creates two ‘legs’, similar to the shape of a pair of trousers.
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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
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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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Applicators and dispensers
Applicators and dispensers are designed to provide uniform coverage of semi-solids, liquids and viscous matter such as creams and lotions. They are often integrated with the product's packaging so that the packaging also acts as a dispenser.