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What is extrusion testing?
Extrusion testing involves forcing a food sample through a shaped orifice, grid, or opening while measuring the resistance to movement.
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How to conduct a grab test
A standard grab test involves the following steps:
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Steel: ~200 GPa
Aluminium: ~70 GPa
PET (Polymer): ~2–3 GPa
Rubber: ~0.01–0.1 GPa
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Comparison with other bending methods
While the five-point bend test is designed to evaluate planar shear, other bending methods address different mechanical behaviours:
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Physiology
We exert force and torque with our muscles in almost all our everyday activities.
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Intuitive test builder
Design and configure step-by-step test routines to match your testing procedures. An intuitive 'drag and drop' interface makes it easy to create, customise and save tests.
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Why Mecmesin?
Mecmesin's testing systems offer the flexibility and precision needed for accurate lap shear testing under compression. Our solutions are:
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Speak to an expert
For guidance on implementing pull-off and pull-out testing in your quality control or R&D process, speak to one of our technical experts today.
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Mecmesin equipment for 180 degree peel testing
Mecmesin provides a complete range of test solutions designed for accurate and repeatable peel strength measurement.
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Mecmesin systems for friction testing
Mecmesin provides a suite of precision friction testers compliant with international standards:
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Why is double lap shear testing important?
The double lap shear test is widely used to determine the performance of adhesives in structural and semi-structural applications. It allows engineers to:
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Speak to an expert
If you require guidance on puncture resistance testing methods or selecting equipment that meets ASTM or ISO standards, speak to one of our technica
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Interpreting test results
Peel strength is typically reported in newtons per metre (N/m) or per 25 mm of bond width (N/25mm), depending on the industry standard. From the force-displacement graph, the following characteristics are analysed:
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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.
Constructi
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Mecmesin’s breakaway torque testing equipment
Mecmesin offers a full suite of equipment to meet the torque testing needs of both R&D labs and production environments, from manual testers to f
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Speak to an expert
Choosing the right compressive strength testing solution is crucial for ensuring the reliability and safety of your products.
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Why optimise yield point testing?
Optimising yield point testing delivers measurable benefits:
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Importance of child-resistant closures
Child-resistant closures are a critical safety feature for packaging containing pharmaceuticals, che
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Introduction to running torque
Running torque testing measures the torque required to keep a component rotating once movement has started.
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Speak to an expert
Torque testing is a critical part of packaging quality control, ensuring safety, compliance and brand integrity.
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Conclusion and Best Practices
Adhering to ISO 11040-4 Annex F is essential for manufacturers of pre-filled syringes. Using the right equipment and following best practices ensures that your products meet safety and quality standards.
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Grab method vs strip method
Compared with the strip method (as defined by ISO 13934-1), which grips the full width of the fabric, the grab method
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Why is flexural strength testing important?
Flexural strength testing provides engineers, designers, and researchers with essential insights into how a material responds to bending forces.
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Speak to an expert
If you need to implement flat crush testing for corrugated fibreboard in line with international standards, Mecmesin can provide the right equipment, fixtures, and expertise.
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Why tension testing is important
Tension testing supports quality assurance, product development and regulatory compliance in many industries.