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Accessory
Set of 4 fixing pegs for torque testers - 100mm high
432-250
Set of 100mm high extended-length gripping pegs.
These gripping pegs have a soft-rubber sleeve to clamp and keep taller samples secure and vertically aligned during torque testing.
Pegs are fitted with an M6 thread and attach to upper and lower…
352
Accessory
Cable Cam Grip (large serrated), 5 kN, M10 or M12
432-108
Designed for holding insulated cables and wire. The sample is secured by the serrated cam, which self-tightens as load is applied and minimises the chance of sample slippage.
The grip body features a clearance hole and is supplied with an M10 and M12…
353
Accessory
MultiTest 2.5 bellows assembly (500 mm)
432-471
Optional bellows for the MultiTest 2.5 range of single-column test stands. Used to protect against dust and particle ingress and splash into the column.
Note that fitting of bellows reduces throat depth on test stand by 18mm.
Order with a MultiTest 2.5…
354
Accessory
Cable Cam Grip (small), serrated, 1 kN, 10-32 UNF
432-390
Cable Cam Grip - serrated, small
Designed for holding insulated cables and wire. The sample is secured by the cam, which self-tightens as a load is applied and spreads the load evenly.
Serrated cams are preferred for materials which may be slippy and…
355
Accessory
Dual Footswitches (locking type) for pneumatic grips
Mec205-2
Pneumatic grips are the ideal choice when performing tensile tests on sensitive materials that have a tendency to slip or break at point of clamping.
Mec 205-2:
Locking dual footswitches open the jaws of the grip by pressing the foot pedal and remain…
356
Accessory
Eccentric Roller Grip - pyramid (serrated) roller, 1 kN, QC-20 fitting
Mec7-1
MEC7-1 Eccentric Cam Grip
Fitted with a pyramid-faced serrated 50mm wide roller cam. As a load is applied to a specimen the cam self-tightens , spreading the load evenly.
The lever allows for quick insertion and release of specimen to reduce testing…
357
Accessory
Dual Footswitches (non-locking type) for pneumatic grips
Mec205-1
Pneumatic grips are the ideal choice when performing tensile tests on sensitive materials that have a tendency to slip or break at point of clamping.
Mec205-1:
Non-locking dual footswitches open the jaws of the pneumatic grip by pressing the foot pedal…
358
Accessory
Double Cam Grip (small serrated), 500 N, 10-32 UNF
432-387
The Small Double Cam Grip is designed for holding components into which the serrated faces can bite into the material and secure tightly eg. insulated cables and wire.
The specimen is secured between the 2 cams, which self-tighten as a load is applied…
359
Accessory
Assisted Pull-Peel Table 90 Degree, 500 N
432-051
The Assisted Pull-Peel table is fitted to the anvil plate of a motorised test stand and then connected to the crosshead of a test stand. It is commonly used for conducting peel tests on adhesive tapes and films.
The carriage of the peel table is directly…
360
Case study
Scaffold support netting tester
Requirement
Huck, a scaffold netting supplier, run a return to manufacturer service to test netting has not degraded whilst in use.
361
Event
Mecmesin Webinar: Introduction to consumer packaging testing
In the competitive world of consumer goods, damaged packaging isn't just a financial setback—it can tarnish your brand's reputation.
Customers are far less likely to choose a product with compromised packaging or one that arrives damaged due
362
Event
Texture Testing for Fruits & Vegetables
For fruit and vegetables, texture is an important quality indicator when assessing functional performance or ripeness.
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Event
Texture Testing for Fruits & Vegetables
For fruit and vegetables, texture is an important quality indicator when assessing functional performance or ripeness.
364
Product
Medidor de força digital
AFG
850-421
O Advanced Force Gauge (AFG) é o instrumento digital mais versátil e completo da Mecmesin. Com precisão de ± 0,1% fs excepcional nos modelos de 2,5 a 2500 N , é ideal para montagem em um suporte de teste ou para uso como dispositivo portátil. Cheio de…
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Understanding ASTM D2718 standards
The ASTM D2718 standard sets out the procedures for conducting planar shear tests on structural panels using the
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Case study
Teste de esmagamento de borda (ECT) de papelão ondulado
Ao longo das semanas de confinamento do COVID-19, houve um aumento repentino de entregas em casa, até mesmo os gigantes do varejo online lutando para atender às demandas e contratando frotas de novos trabalhadores.
367
Software
VectorPro Lite torque motorised stand
VectorPro® Lite software
Available as an optional extra to Mecmesin’s Vortex-dV motorised torque tester, VectorPro Lite is an advanced data acquisition and plotting software package. Call-up pre-stored test routines, present test data graphically and…
368
Case study
Cap removal test of plastic vial
Requirement
The customer approached Mecmesin with a specification to pull-off the cap of a pharmaceutical phial. The test equipment needed to be simple to use and able to perform repeatable tests.
369
Case study
Aircraft brake unit spring testing
Requirement
The Aircraft Wheels and Brakes department at British Airways plc are responsible for the repair and overhaul of the aircraft brake units on the Boeing 737, 747, 757, 777 and Airbus A319, A320 and A321 aircraft.
370
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Why Mecmesin for cleavage strength testing
Precision systems for varied materials
Mecmesin provides test solutions for both timber cleavage strength and structural adhesive evaluation.
371
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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Industry applications of tension testing
Manufacturing and product development
In engineering and manufacturing, tension testing verifies the performance of raw materials, components and finished products.
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Torque systems
Do you need a level of accuracy and repeatability which just cannot be achieved by manual testers? Do you want to reduce testing time and increase throughput for operators when performing batch tests?
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Applications of bulk analysis testing
Industries and products
Bulk testing is relevant to a wide range of industries.
375
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.