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Step-by-step guide to conducting a CMT test
Prepare the specimen - Cut to size with clean edges, ensuring flutes remain undamaged, and condition as per the standard.
Calibrate the equipment - Check the load cell and platen alignment.
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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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Why Mecmesin for reverse ratchet torque testing
Mecmesin offers torque testing systems engineered to meet the precise demands of child-resistant closure
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Testing procedures for electrical connectors
For electrical connectors, insertion and withdrawal testing is essential to ensure reliable contact, mechanical robustness, and compliance with relevant standards.<
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Case examples
Tennis ball compression - Testing applies a standard load to measure deformation and rebound characteristics, ensuring consistent performance for bounce, speed, and control.
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Step-by-step test methodology
Preparation
Sample selection - Choose representative specimens, avoiding faults unless deliberately testing them.
Specimen cutting - Cut to standard dimensions with a central slit of specified
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Applications in the food industry
Extrusion testing supports both product development and quality control for semi-solids and viscous liquids.
Example applications:
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FAQs about Young's modulus testing
What is the difference between Young’s modulus and tensile strength?
Young’s modulus measures stiffness - how much a material deforms under stress.
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Introduction to tensile strength
Tensile strength is a fundamental mechanical property that defines a material’s ability to resist forces that attempt to pull it apart. It represents the maximum tensile stress a material can withstand before failure.
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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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Applications of needle penetration testing
Medical devices
Used to confirm that components such as vial stoppers, syringe seals, and gloves can resist penetration by needles while maintaining their intended function.
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How to choose the right testing solution
Selecting the correct compressive strength testing solution involves considering factors such as material type, industry standards, testing precision, and equipment capabilities.
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Magnets and solenoids
Solenoids, a type of electromagnet generating a uniform magnetic field when an electric current is passed through it, have applications in many different types of industries.
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Case study
Força de aderência de descolamento de fitas e adesivos COVID-19
Requerimento Na esteira do bloqueio da Covid-19, foram emitidas diretrizes claras para as empresas sobre como manter a segurança de funcionários e clientes.
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What is top-load testing?
Top-load testing, also known as column crush testing, is a method used to evaluate the ability of a packaging component to withstand a vertical compressive force without deforming or failing.
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Product
Testador de torque automatizado de precisão
Helixa-i
876-501
O Helixa-i é um testador de torque de precisão controlado por software executado em um PC. Projetado para aplicações de torque de precisão em que as forças de torque podem ser muito pequenas e a precisão é a prioridade. Com uma ampla gama de acessórios…
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Case study
Teste de descolamento do protetor de tela PET
Requerimento Os fabricantes de produtos que incluem uma superfície de tela crítica, geralmente aplicam um filme plástico como proteção durante a montagem, embalagem e transporte até o cliente final.
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Sensor
Sensors - Vortex
Torque sensors (ITC)
The ITC range of interchangeable torque sensors is specially adapted for the Vortex-i and -xt test systems. Plug and play for automatic calibration and available in 5 different capacities for all requirements, from 0 - 0.3 N.m (0 - 2.…
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Test standards for compressive strength
The main recognised standards for ring crush testing are:
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Key standards
ASTM standards
ASTM D3470 - Procedures for measuring closure torque and assessing performance under applied stress
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Key test standards
Grab method testing is governed by several internationally recognised standards, including:
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Test setup and equipment
Performing lap shear testing under compression requires careful alignment and use of appropriate fixtures to prevent torsion or uneven load distribution.
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Understanding compressive properties
Compressive properties describe how a material responds to being pressed, squeezed or compacted.
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Testing methods and equipment
A cleavage strength test requires precise load application and accurate force measurement at the point of separation.
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Introduction to tension and compression testing
Tension and compression testing are among the most widely used mechanical testing methods for evaluating how a material or component performs under applied loads.