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Fundamentals of Food Texture Analysis
The primary goal for using instrumentation to measure texture is to capture an objective value to something that is typically evaluated very subjectively. Texture cannot be controlled unless it measured in a consistent and repeatable manner.
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ASTM F88/F88M
ASTM F88 test method covers the measurement of the strength of seals in flexible barrier materials. Seal strength is the tensile strength of the seal at ambient temperature.
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Teste de tração da placa usada em móveis de montagem automática e prontos
Requerimento A Klaipedos Mediena da Lituânia e a Klaipedos Baldai fazem parte dos Grupos VMG e SBA e são líderes na fabricação de móveis de madeira na Lituânia.
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Test methods for textiles and other materials
Flexible materials such as textiles and elastomers require test methods adapted to their specific mechanical behaviour.
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Standards for extrusion testing
Although there are fewer dedicated standards for food extrusion than for plastics or metals, recognised guidelines help ensure repeatability and comparability. Examples include:
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Standards for flexural testing
Consistency in flexural strength testing is achieved through compliance with recognised standards, which define specimen dimensions, loading rates, and reporting requirements.
Key standards include:
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Standards and regulations in shear testing
Several industry standards and protocols govern food shear testing, ensuring repeatable results and regulatory compliance. Examples include:
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Standards for the peel wheel test
Standardisation ensures peel wheel tests are consistent and repeatable across laboratories and production sites.
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Testing standards for secant modulus
Consistent measurement is supported by recognised standards:
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Industry standards for torque to turn testing
There is no single universal standard for all torque to turn testing, but the method aligns with several sector-specific standards. Examples include:
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Product
Calibrador de chave de torque
TWC
875-001
O calibrador de chave de torque TWC é uma solução simples e econômica para verificar as configurações das chaves padrão 'feixe', 'clique' e 'quebra'. Operado manualmente e medindo torque de até 1000 Nm no sentido horário e anti-…
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Aerospace
Safety and reliability are paramount in the aerospace industry. Around the world many airlines, manufacturers of commercial and military aircraft and helicopters, suppliers of fasteners, landing gear and avionics plus mainte
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The 3-Point Bend test goes to Summer School
Both Dr. Cote and Grubbs agree that one of the highlights of their year is the Materials Science summer course for high school students, where they had students design their own candy composites.
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What is Young’s modulus?
Young’s modulus - also known as the modulus of elasticity or elastic modulus - defines how stiff a material is when a force is applied.
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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.
Construction - Roofing membranes, concrete, and floor unde
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Applications of loop tack testing
Packaging
Checks resealable closures, tamper-evident labels, and PSA seals to ensure adequate instant tack for both production and consumer use.
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Industry applications
Automotive industry
Seat cushions - Testing confirms comfort, resilience, and long-term shape retention
Gaskets - Ensures seals remai
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Types of torque testing methods
Manual torque testing
Manual torque testing uses handheld or bench-mounted torque testers.
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What is a three-point bend test?
A three-point bend test is a widely used method for determining the flexural properties of materials. It involves applying a load at the midpoint of a specimen supported at two points, creating a bending force.
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What is compression texture testing?
Compression texture testing is a method used to determine how a food product responds when force is applied. It measures properties such as firmness, consistency, and deformability by pressing into the sample with a controlled load.
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Why tension testing is important
Tension testing supports quality assurance, product development and regulatory compliance in many industries.
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Applications of floating roller peel testing
Floating roller peel testing is employed to verify both material selection and process stability in various high-performance sectors:
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Applications in industry
Lap shear testing under compressive load is widely used across multiple sectors:
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Introduction to extrusion testing
Extrusion testing is an essential method in the food industry for measuring the texture and flow behaviour of semi-solid and visc