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Case study
Hot air balloon cloth tensile strength and tear-resistance testing
Requirement
Ultramagic is the second largest hot air balloon manufacturer in the world.
For obvious safety reasons, the material used must conform to strict standards applicable to the aeronautical industry.
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Case study
Force testing of watch components and attachments
Requirement
The time displayed on our mobile phones and other digital devices will always be more accurate than the time displayed on even the most skilfully engineered mechanical watch—so why does the watch industry continue to thrive?
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Guide
OmniTest™ 5.0 Operation and Installation Manual
Scope
This reference manual covers the operation of an OmniTest-5.0 force test stand, intended for use with Mecmesin enhanced load sensors, extensometer devices and other Mecmesin accessories.
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Case study
Nursery toy product puncture resistance safety testing
Requirement
Wonderstar was established in 2010 in Thailand, with a mission of providing quality and well-designed baby products for families.
105
Case study
Toothbrush tester for bristle stiffness and pull-out resistance
Requirement
Toothbrushes are just as important as toothpaste for ensuring effective oral hygiene. As consumers we often underestimate the essential role they play in removing food particles, getting rid of plaque and stimulating the gums.
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Product
Testador de fricção, descascamento e rasgo automatizado
FPT-H1
817-001
O FPT-H1-i é um sistema de teste completo, controlado por software executado em um PC. Preciso e fácil de usar, ele foi projetado especificamente para testar o coeficiente de resistência ao atrito, à casca e ao rasgo de uma variedade de materiais.
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Accessory
Force Gauge Gripping Cradle, 2.5 kN
432-388
Allows force gauges to be used as a rigid hand-held instrument (mounting screws supplied).
The dual-handle cradle allows the comfortable application by hand of push/pull loads.
For use with a BFG or AFG digital force gauge.
Commonly used for manual-…
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Universal testing machines
Our universal testing machines (UTM) are capable of performing a range of tests, including tensile and compression tests, following international and industry-specific standards.
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Case study
Electrical connector insertion and withdrawal forces
Customised engineering example
Push-fit electrical connectors with hole or dimple detents (also known as 'spade terminals') must offer a firm but practical fit.
110
Case study
Plastic film tension test
Requirement
The customer uses a double layer plastic film for packaging film for packaging of pet food and confectionary.
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Case study
Measuring shear strength of loose building materials
Customised engineering example
The shear strength of compacted materials (e.g. soil and sand) can be awkward to test.
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Product
Universal testing machine
OmniTest 10/25/50
820-110
Our new range of bench-top universal testing machines (UTMs), available in 10 kN, 25 kN, and 50 kN models, is designed for precise tensile and compression testing of materials, products, and components. Driven by the intuitive VectorPro™ software, these…
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Product
Precision automated torque tester
HelixaPro
876-450
The HelixaPro is a precision torque tester controlled by VectorPro software running on your computer.
114
Case study
Flip-cap force test
Requirement
A repeatable test system to check the opening force of flip cap lids, accommodating 3 different diameter caps with minimal fixture changeover.
115
Case study
Screw retention force of building materials
Requirement
A leading manufacturer and distributor of metal building roofing systems for the construction industry wanted to ascertain the pull out force of screws fixed to building materials.
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Product
Indicador avançado de força e torque
AFTI
851-401
Uma unidade versátil de exibição de força e torque, com sensores intercambiáveis 'inteligentes', que fornece alta precisão e flexibilidade. O AFTI pode ser usado como dispositivo portátil para aplicativos móveis ou como dispositivo de medição…
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Product
Indicador avançado de força e torque
AFTI
851-401
Uma unidade versátil de exibição de força e torque, com sensores intercambiáveis 'inteligentes', que fornece alta precisão e flexibilidade. O AFTI pode ser usado como dispositivo portátil para aplicativos móveis ou como dispositivo de medição…
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Case study
Festive lighting masonry anchorage strength checking
Requirement
A number of local councils in the United Kingdom have adopted a new code of practice for the Installation, Operation and Removal of Seasonal Decorations.
119
Case study
Cable and pipe pull-out force batch testing system
Requirement
Roxtec is a Swedish based world leading provider of flexible cable and pipe seals.
120
Case study
Medical guidewire break strength test
Requirement
The company is a manufacturer of wire formed medical devices and components, used within minimally invasive devices for cardio, endo and neurovascular applications.
121
Case study
Safety critical welds in vehicle airbags
Requirement
The customer required an easy-to-use system for production staff on the factory floor. Testing needed to be carried out in the minimum amount of time with very little training.
122
Case study
Magnet pull tester
Requirement
Magnetic separators trap and remove ferromagnetic foreign bodies from product streams, in order to guarantee high product quality and prevent damage to machinery and processing equipment.
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Understanding compressive and tensile forces
Insertion and withdrawal testing focuses on two key force measurements:
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Product
Motorised torque tester
Vortex-dV
876-601
The Vortex-dV is a versatile, robust, stand-alone torque tester, rated to 10 N.m. Easy to use, it is suited for routine quality control checks in a production or lab environment.
Configure this motor-driven stand with a torque sensor connected to a…
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Case study
Diamond-edged grinding and cutting tool break strength
Requirement
Diamond tools that enable highly precise and high-grade processing are used in various industries including automotive, IT and electronics.