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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.
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Industry applications of flexural testing
Plastics and thermoplastics
Flexural testing reveals the stiffness, yield point, and failure mode of plastics, informing mate
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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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Key methods of penetration resistance testing
Penetration resistance measures a material’s ability to resist intrusion by a probe or object under applied force without tearing, cracking, or losing functional integrity.
Applications include:
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FAQs about Ultimate Tensile Strength
What is ultimate tensile strength?
Ultimate tensile strength (UTS) is the highest amount of tensile stress a material can resist before it breaks.
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Introduction to compressive hardness
Compressive hardness is a measure of a material’s ability to resist deformation when a compressive load is applied to its surface.
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Selecting compression testing equipment
Choosing the right testing system is critical for accurate and repeatable results. Factors such as force range, sample type and testing throughput influence equipment selection.
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The process of tension testing
Tension testing follows a defined process to ensure accuracy and repeatability:
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How is ultimate compressive strength tested?
Equipment and procedure
Testing is typically performed using a universal testing machine (UTM) fitted with flat or contoured
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Sensor
Sensors - MultiTest-dV
Force sensors
The MultiTest-dV is a highly flexible tester, which can be configured with either a Touchscreen or Advanced Force Gauge for product testing or an Enhanced Load Sensor for basic materials testing.
AFGA digital force gauge with advanced…
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Abrasion
Abrasion is the surface wear caused by rubbing with another material. The consumer would expect textiles and other products to withstand a certain amount of deterioration.
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Mecmesin solutions for five-point bend testing
Mecmesin provides precision testing systems fully compatible with ASTM D2718, offering accurate and repeatable results for planar shear evaluat
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How is bulk analysis testing performed?
Compression testing
Compression testing is used to assess how materials respond when compacted.
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Key test standards for cone penetration
BS EN 14372 overview
BS EN 14372 is a key European standard for cutlery and feeding utensils intended for children up to three years of age.
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Industry standards for material testing
Relevant standards
MIL-STD-202 - Covers mechanical and environmental tests for electronic components, including terminal bending and pull tests.
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Why Mecmesin for removal torque testing
Mecmesin offers manual and automated torque testing solutions designed for packaging manufacturers, quality control teams, and compliance officers.
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Key standards for breaking torque testing
Breaking torque testing is governed by a range of international and sector-specific standards that define testing protocols, equipment requirements, and performance thresholds.
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Case study
Car window sliding force tester
Requirement
Bridgestone TG Adelaide, a major supplier of rubber components to the automotive industry in Australia, needed to measure the frictional load associated with sliding a glass window between two rubber guides.
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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
Train door safety override testing
Customised engineering example
A UK train operator needed a method of testing how sensitive are the carriage sliding doors to detecting an obstacle when closing or opening.
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Case study
Injection moulded assembly integrity
Customised engineering example
Plastic injection-moulded subassemblies are often clipped or welded together, and the integrity of the whole must be tested at several points.
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Case study
Tea bag integrity
Customised engineering example
Some of the simplest applications may not seem so obvious when you face them. A string and tab on a tea bag?
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Event
Live Demonstration: Face mask strength testing & Syringe plunger breakaway force testing
Medical device testing ensures patient safety, regulatory compliance, performance, quality, usability, claims examination, and post-market safety.
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Case study
Automotive steering components
Customised engineering example
Sometimes the dimensions of a component make force testing difficult to perform. Our client needed to test the sliding force of a bearing along the complete length of an automotive steering rack.