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Manual controls and switches
Switches come in many different configurations... toggle, rotary, mercury, push-button, reversing, relay and circuit breaker.
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The fundamentals of torque testing
If you have every struggled to open your favorite bottle of water or jam, or required help loosening the lug nuts on your car's wheels, it's likely due to a case of over-torque.
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Glued cardboard packaging integrity
Requirement
Graphic Packaging International is a leading designer and manufacturer of food and beverage packaging.
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Example: Cork extraction testing for bottling efficiency
Designed for high-volume bottling plants, the automated tester measures the extraction force and weight of 75 corks from each production batch.
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Torque testing closures on multi-way plastic bottles
Customised engineering example
A pharmaceuticals company wanted to test the closure torque of a series of square-profile PET bottles.
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Case study
Helical torsion spring torque testing
Requirement
Spring-loaded components are used extensively in home and consumer goods: clothes pegs, clips and old-fashioned mousetraps; small doors and flaps on cameras or hi-fi equipment; large doors and closures such as those on garages or g
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Case study
Segurança de crimpagem de terminação de cabo de aço
Requerimento A TECNI Ltd. fabrica e fornece uma variedade de conjuntos de cabos de aço, trançados e de aço para aplicações diversas como travas de segurança, balaustradas, cordame marítimo, sistemas de guincho e equipamentos de ginástica.
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Headset microphone joint torque
Requirement
Jabra is a subsidiary of GN Netcom and is a global manufacturer of innovative headsets (wireless and corded) and speakerphone solutions.
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Texture Testing: Meat & Plant-based Proteins
The quality of meat is determined by a number of factors including, tenderness, juiciness, and flavor.
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Mecmesin equipment for torque to turn testing
Mecmesin offers a range of precision torque test systems, including the OmniTest and
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Tools and techniques for measuring torque
Manual vs motorised torque testers
Manual torque testers are suited to spot checks or lower-volume testing.
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Why choose Mecmesin for breaking torque testing?
Mecmesin is a trusted provider of torque testing equipment for applications ranging from delicate electronics to industrial assemblies.
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Ultimate Tensile Strength Formula - How to Calculate UTS
The formula to calculate ultimate tensile strength is:
Where:
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How is torque to turn testing performed?
Torque to turn testing typically involves mounting the test specimen in a secure fixture, aligning the axis of rotation, and applying torque until the component begins to move.
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Testing standards for secant modulus
Consistent measurement is supported by recognised standards:
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Standards for box crush testing
ASTM D642-00
This standard specifies methods for determining the compressive resistance of shipping containers, both filled and empty.
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Why choose Mecmesin for short span compression testing
Mecmesin provides complete solutions for short span compression testing, combining precision-engineered test frames, purpose-designed fixtures, and advanced control and analysis software.
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Equipment for burst testing
The right equipment depends on the container type, material, and applicable standard.
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Why choose Mecmesin for tensile strength testing
Mecmesin has decades of experience in tensile testing, offering systems that deliver precision, repeatability, and compliance with industry standards.
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How is 180 degree peel testing performed
The test is carried out on a universal testing machine fitted with a suitable peel fixture.
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Why choose Mecmesin for COF testing
Standards-compliant systems
Mecmesin’s friction testing systems comply with ASTM and ISO standards and offer high repeatability across materials including
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Methods for lap shear testing
Single lap shear test procedure
In a single lap shear test, two specimens are bonded with an adhesive in an overlapping configuration.
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Standards for friction testing
Mecmesin systems comply with a range of international standards to ensure consistency and comparability of results:
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Standards for double lap shear testing
Double lap shear testing is carried out to international standards that ensure consistency and comparability of results. The most widely used are: