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Industry standards and compliance
Running torque tests are often performed in line with established industry standards to ensure comparability and acceptance. Relevant examples include:
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Equipment and tools for pull-off and pull-out testing
Accurate and repeatable testing depends on precision equipment and well-designed fixtures. Key components include:
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Standards for insertion and withdrawal testing
Adhering to industry standards ensures consistency, repeatability, and compliance. Key standards include:
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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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Case study
Pump dispenser bottle operation
Customised engineering example
As a method to dispense liquids and sprays propellants, such as pressurised gas, are avoided for many reasons. Dispensers with manual spring-loaded pumps are often used in their place.
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Case study
Torsion spring testing
Customised engineering example
Unlike most compression and tension springs, torsion springs are produced in a variety of forms with differing leg positions.
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Why is the trapezoidal tear test important?
Tear resistance is a critical measure of a material’s durability, particularly in applications where the material may be subject to punctures, cuts, or repeated stress.
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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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Industry-specific testing solutions
Strain at maximum stress testing is relevant wherever materials are expected to endure high loads without unacceptable deformation.
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Bench mounting stand for 'TS' Static Torque Screwdrivers
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Bench mounting stand used for fixing the mid-torque range of 'TS' Static Torque Screwdrivers.
A clearance hole at each end allows the stand to be securely fixed to a bench.
Note: Not suitable for fixing the low-torque range of 'TTH' Mini Torque…
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Introduction to material mechanics
Material mechanics is the study of how materials respond to forces such as tension, compression, torsion and shear. It is a core discipline within engineering, underpinning design, manufacturing and quality assurance across many sectors.
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Case study
Tamper-Proof Closure Test
Requirement
Alcoa required a system to quickly test the tamper-proof rings on soft drink and mineral water closures.
The system had to be easy to operate and allow caps to be loaded quickly.
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FAQs
What is the role of compression texture testing in food quality control?
It delivers objective, repeatable texture measurements to meet sensory and regulatory standards.
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Introduction to strip method tensile testing
Among the range of tensile testing techniques, the strip method is widely recognised for its accuracy and repeatability.
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Accessory
Interface cable, VFG and VFTI to MultiTest-dV (May 2020-)
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Gauge to stand (reverse/stop) & data transfer to stand
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Why choose Mecmesin for flat crush testing
Mecmesin provides precision-engineered flat crush testing solutions designed for accuracy, repeatability, and compliance with ISO, TAPPI, and FEFCO standards.
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Accessory
Compression Plate, Hardened and Ground, 100 mm, 5-16 UNC
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Hardened and ground compression plates have a smooth, scratch-proof surface ideal for compression testing on samples that could damage a standard compression plate, such as springs.
100mm diameter having 5-16 UNC female thread.
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Case study
Rotating Vacuum Peel System
Requirement
Testing was required for a range of flexible plastic trays of the same dimension but with differing forms, containing biscuits and confectionary.
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Case study
Needle to ferrule pull-out test
Requirement
The customer, Oxford Instruments, wished to perform a destructive pull-out test to evaluate the maximum tension force to pull the 2 components apart.
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Materials testing
Materials scientists are continually working to develop lighter, stronger and more durable materials.
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Case study
Child safety - force to access lighter
Requirement
The customer manufactures lighters and is currently developing a case/guard designed to increase the safety for children.
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Case study
Mandril de fechos resistentes a crianças (CRC)
Exemplo de engenharia customizada Os fechos resistentes a crianças (CRC) requerem força vertical suficiente para ativar o mecanismo de travamento CR antes de aplicar o torque.
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Accessory
Interface cable, VFG and VFTI to MultiTest-dV Oct 2015- Apr 2020
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Gauge to stand (reverse/stop) & data transfer to stand
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Why Mecmesin for compressive burst testing
Mecmesin designs and manufactures precision test systems to meet the demands of compressive burst testing.
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Compression Plate, Hardened and Ground, 70 mm, 5-16 UNC
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Hardened and ground compression plates have a smooth, scratch-proof surface ideal for compression testing on samples that could damage a standard compression plate, such as springs.
70mm diameter having 5-16 UNC female thread.