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Case study
ISBT sports cap rotational test
Requirement
The International Society of Beverage Technologists (ISBT) publish voluntary codes of practice for the technical and scientific aspects of soft drinks and beverages.
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Bulk analysis
In industries where powders, granules or pelletised materials are formulated, processed or packaged, maintaining consistency in texture and perf
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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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bursting strength (sheet rupture)
Bursting strength is the capacity of a material or product to maintain in continuity when subjected to pressure.
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Case study
Surfboard foam three-point bend test
Requirement
A company manufacturing surfboard blanks, made from rigid polyurethane (PU) foam, undertake a stringent testing program to guarantee the rigidity of the foam and strength of the final surfboard product.
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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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Case study
Headset microphone joint torque
Requirement
Jabra is a subsidiary of GN Netcom and is a global manufacturer of innovative headsets (wireless and corded) and speakerphone solutions.
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ASTM D4917-90
1.1 This test method describes a horizontal plane procedure for the determination of the coefficient of static and kinetic friction of paper measured when sliding against itself.
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Accessory
U-Form Pneumatic Vice Grip - Double Action, 2.5 kN, 18 mm opening, pair, QC-20 fitting
Mec240g+2Ko
MEC 240g +2kO (body only) :
A pair of pneumatically-operated, Double-action U-form Vice Grips with an opening of 0-18mm depending on the jaw types selected (sold separately).
Each grip is fitted with 2 x 70 mm diameter pneumatic pistons, which allow…
235
Accessory
Pneumatic Medium Vice Grip - Double Action, 1 kN, 52 mm opening, pair, QC-20 fitting
Mec240k-S50+2Ko
MEC 240k- S50+2kO (body only) :
A pair of pneumatically-operated, Double-action Medium Vice Grips with an opening of 0-52mm depending on the jaw types selected (sold separately). Each grip is fitted with 2 x 50 mm diameter pneumatic pistons, which allow…
236
Accessory
Pneumatic Medium Vice Grip - Single Action, 1 kN, 20 mm opening, pair, QC-20 fitting
Mec240k-S20+Ko
MEC 240k- S20+kO (body only) :
A pair of pneumatically-operated, single-action Medium Vice Grips with an opening of 0-20mm depending on the jaw types selected. Each grip is fitted with 1 manual jaw holder + 1 x 50 mm diameter pneumatic piston.
This…
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Accessory
Upper Torque Fixing Table for Vortex stands
432-321
Upper Torque Fixing Table.
Offers highly versatile holding of specimens when torque testing. Fully adjustable between 10 - 78mm opening to accommodate a variety of forms.
Four rubber-coated, threaded pegs are supplied as standard which screw into…
238
Accessory
Wedge Grip (large), 5 kN, 5-16 UNC
432-398
The 5 kN Wedge Grip is ideal for tensile testing of flat and rigid materials, including plastics, rubber and light metals.
A spring-loaded lever ensures the serrated jaws (25mm wide x 32mm high) are easy to open for fast securing and release of samples…
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Accessory
1/2" upper chuck assembly for use on Helixa sensors (3 N.m & 6 N.m only)
432-617
A standard self-centering 3-jaw chuck with key.
It has a maximum ½" (12.7 mm) opening and is connected to the Helixa torque sensor via an adaptor with female ⅜" square hole.
Used to secure a variety of test specimens for torque applications of 1.5 - 10…
240
Accessory
FINAT 9 Loop-Tack Test Fixture (lower), 200 N, QC-20
PDV13016-A
The FINAT 9 Loop Tack Test Fixture (lower) is fitted to the anvil plate of a motorised test stand.
It comprises a dedicated holder for 25mm x 30mm float glass onto which the adhesive-coated test strip is fixed according to the requirements of the FINAT…
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Accessory
Pneumatic Medium Vice Grip - Single Action, 1 kN, 52 mm opening, pair, QC-20 fitting
Mec240k-S50+Ko
MEC 240k- S50+kO (body only) :
A pair of pneumatically-operated, single-action Medium Vice Grips with an opening of 0-52mm depending on the jaw types selected (sold separately). Each grip is fitted with 1 manual jaw holder + 1 x 50 mm diameter pneumatic…
242
Accessory
U-form Pneumatic Vice Grip - Single Action, 5 kN, Pair, QC-20 fitting
Mec83
MEC 83 (body only) :
A pair of pneumatically-operated, Single-action U-form Vice Grips with a standard opening of 0-10mm depending on the jaw types selected (sold separately). Each grip is fitted with 1 manually-adjusted jaw holder + 1 pneumatic piston…
243
Accessory
Universal expansion module, AFG/AFTI (2006 - now) & Orbis Mk 2/Tornado (2008 - now)
432-127
Allows up to 4-cables to be simultaneously connected to an AFG/AFTI or Orbis/Tornado.
Comprises one 15-pin female D-connector to expansion module equipped with four 15-pin male D-connectors.
Typically used for applications requiring control of test…
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Accessory
Compression Plate, Self-levelling, Hardened & Ground, 100 mm, 5-16 UNC
432-351
Self-levelling compression plates are ideal for general compression testing on a range of materials and finished products. Self-levelling allows parallelism to be set for those applications where it is critical to accurately measure the deformation of a…
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Accessory
QC Type J, lightweight adapter, Ø 20 mm M to 10-32 UNF F c/w pin
432-418
Quick-Change Male Post to Thread Adapter (lightweight)
Fixes directly to the 10-32 UNF screw in anvil plate of test stands or to the 10-32 UNF extension rod connected to loadcells…
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Accessory
Pneumatic Medium Vice Grip - Single Action, 1 kN, 30 mm opening, pair, QC-20 fitting
Mec240k-S30+Ko
MEC 240k- S30+kO (body only) :
A pair of pneumatically-operated, single-action Medium Vice Grips with an opening of 0-30mm depending on the jaw types selected (sold separately). Each grip is fitted with 1 manual jaw holder + 1 x 50 mm diameter…
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Accessory
Pneumatic Medium Vice Grip - Double Action, 1 kN, 20 mm opening, pair, QC-20 fitting
Mec240k-S20+2Ko
MEC 240k- S20+2kO (body only) :
A pair of pneumatically-operated, Double-action Medium Vice Grips with an opening of 0-20mm depending on the jaw types selected. Each grip is fitted with 2 x 50 mm diameter pneumatic pistons, which allow the test specimen…
248
Accessory
Lower Torque Fixing Table, Vortex stands
432-320
Lower Torque Fixing Table.
Offers highly versatile holding of containers and specimens when torque testing. Fully adjustable between 10 - 190 mm opening (diameter) to accommodate a variety of forms.
Four rubber-coated, threaded pegs are supplied as…
249
Accessory
Wire Grip, 500 N, 10-32 UNF
432-397
The Wire Grip is designed for tensile testing up to 500 N of flexible thin wires, which may break easily when clamped.
The specimen is wrapped around a grooved 19 mm diameter bollard and the free end is clamped tightly in place using a pair of friction…
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Accessory
1/2" Lower Chuck Assembly for use on Helixa motor spindle
432-616
A standard self-centering 3-jaw chuck with key. It has a maximum ½ " (12.7 mm) opening and is connected to the Helixa motor-drive spindle via an adaptor with quick-release grub-screw. Used to secure a variety of test specimens for torque applications of 1…