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Introduction to tangent modulus
In materials science and engineering, understanding how materials respond to stress is essential for ensuring safety, performance, and longevity. One key parameter used to characterise this behaviour is the tangent modulus.
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Accessory
Large Double-action Vice Grip, 5 kN, QC-20 fitting
432-433
The Large Double-action Vice Grip provides free adjustment of both jaws, allowing them to be aligned around the central axis to accommodate tensile testing of both symmetrical and asymmetrical specimens.
It has a Tommy-bar handle on one side for rapid…
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Case study
Hygienic disposal bin closure testing
Customised engineering example
A manufacturer of hygienic disposal bins came to us with a nappy (diaper) disposal unit fitted with a rotary intake mechanism.
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Digital force gauges
Mecmesin's digital force gauges deliver outstanding accuracy and affordability.
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Product
Testador de força de coluna dupla
MultiTest-i
805-017
O MultiTest-i é um testador de tração e compressão versátil controlado por software executado em um PC. A linha de colunas duplas pode ser montada perfeitamente em sua bancada e é ideal para aplicações de teste de produtos de acordo com seus próprios…
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Product
Máquina de teste universal
OmniTest 25/10/50
820-110
Nossa nova linha de máquinas de teste universais de bancada (UTMs) foi projetada para testes de tração e compressão de materiais, produtos e componentes. Esses versáteis sistemas de teste universais são conduzidos por nosso poderoso e intuitivo software…
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Accessory
Wedge Grip (small), 500 N, 10-32 UNF
432-385
The small, lightweight Wedge Grip is ideal for tensile testing below 500 N.
A spring-loaded lever ensures the serrated jaws (16mm wide x 20mm high) are easy to open for fast securing and release of samples. As load is applied, the self-tightening action…
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Accessory
Container Holder, 100 N, 10-190 mm
432-411
A versatile gripping fixture to hold containers when conducting low-force pull-off tests on closures and other fixings (eg. flip-cap lids).
4-pegs hold the container on an adjustable lead-screw and the knob secures the container tightly in place.…
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Accessory
Wire Grip, 500 N, 10-32 UNF
432-397
The Wire Grip is designed for tensile testing up to 500 N of flexible thin wires, which may break easily when clamped.
The specimen is wrapped around a grooved 19 mm diameter bollard and the free end is clamped tightly in place using a pair of friction…
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Accessory
Filament Grip, 250 N, 10-32 UNF
432-363
The Filament Grip is designed for tensile testing up to 250 N of delicate, flexible specimens such as threads and yarns, which may break easily when clamped.
The specimen is wrapped around a grooved 13mm diameter bollard and the free end is clamped…
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Accessory
Popper Cam Base, 1 kN, 10-32 UNF
432-179
The Popper Cam Base is used to secure the fabric when testing the strength of press studs ('poppers'), particularly on children’s clothing.
It is secured to the base of the test stand and the popper is fed through the retaining hole and positioned over…
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Types of flexure tests
Different flexure testing setups are chosen based on the nature of the material, the required precision, and the industry standards being followed.
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Event
China (Shanghai) International Metrology Measurement Technology and Equipment Exhibition 2025
Mecmesin – Will participate in the upcoming The 7th China (Shanghai) International Metrology Measurement Technology and Equipment Exhibition 2025
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Case study
Ensaio de seringas de acordo com a norma ISO 11040-4 Anexo F: Ensaio de penetração e arrastamento da agulha
Explore este guia completo sobre o teste de seringas de acordo com a norma ISO 11040-4 Anexo F. Aprenda o processo passo-a-passo do teste de penetração e arrastamento da agulha, o equipamento necessário e as melhores práticas para obter resultados exactos.
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Key methods for compressive strength testing
Several methods are used to determine the compressive strength of materials, and the appropriate test depends on the material and the specific industry requirements.
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How tension testing is performed
Tensile strength testing
Tensile strength testing follows established international standards such as ISO 527 and ASTM D63
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Case study
Split mandrels for closure torque testing
Customised engineering example
Smooth surfaces of twist caps, used on bottles and jars, require enough gripping force to avoid slipping during a torque test but without creating distortion in the cap.
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Case study
Hypodermic needle sharpness testing
Customised engineering example
Hypodermic needles are tested to determine how their design influences the ease of insertion into the skin, patient pain and skin trauma.
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Case study
Peel testing vacuum-formed containers
Customised engineering example
Semi-rigid thermoformed packaging, sealed by film or foil, is commonly tested by the '45-degree peel method'. This best represents how a person would open the package.
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Case study
Fast food tray crush testing
Requirement
As a supplier of fast food trays, the customer needed to make sure that the trays would withstand a certain lateral force without damage to ensure they did not break when being handled and loaded with food.
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Case study
Box crush test (BCT) and transit packaging compression testing
Customised engineering example
Boxes for the consumer and transit packaging industries must be as light as possible whilst still retaining a robustness to contain and protect their contents and also have the strength to stand up to shipping, ha
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Case study
Car window sliding force tester
Requirement
Bridgestone TG Adelaide, a major supplier of rubber components to the automotive industry in Australia, needed to measure the frictional load associated with sliding a glass window between two rubber guides.