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Mecmesin equipment for tear resistance testing
Precision testing for plastics, textiles and rubber
Mecmesin’s tensile testing frames are designed to handle a wide range of flexible materials, from thin
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Key material testing standards
To ensure accuracy and comparability, elongation at break and tensile strength measurements are performed according to recognised industry standards.
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Puncture and shear testing techniques and equipment
Testing involves applying a force to a clamped specimen until the material fails, with the method determined by the applicable standard.
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Case studies
Medical gloves - Manufacturers test to ASTM D412-16 to ensure gloves stretch over the hand without tearing and recover enough for a secure fit.
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Case Studies and Examples
Explore how leading healthcare companies use Mecmesin equipment for syringe testing to ensure compliance with ISO 11040-4 Annex F.
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Standards and protocols
Notable standards and specifications
Several international standards define single lap shear testing methods:
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Standards for rotational shear testing
ASTM D3658
This standard specifies the method for determining the torque strength of adhesive bonds, particularly UV-cured adhesive joints.
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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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Testing methods for different materials
Rubber and elastomers
Rubber and elastomers are valued for their flexibility and resilience.
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Standards in torque testing
Mecmesin systems are designed to comply with widely recognised international standards.
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Standards in torque testing
ASTM standards
ASTM D2063 – Reclosable child-resistant packaging
ASTM D3198 – Continuous thread closure torque testing
ASTM D3472 – Measuring removal torque from clo
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Key standards for equibiaxial flexure testing
Internationally recognised standards ensure accuracy, repeatability, and comparability of results. Common references include:
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Why Mecmesin for cleavage strength testing
Precision systems for varied materials
Mecmesin provides test solutions for both timber cleavage strength and structural adhesive evaluation.
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ASTM C674
These test methods cover determination of the modulus of rupture and the modulus of elasticity of fired ceramic whitewares bodies, formed by any fabrication method, and are applicable to both glazed and unglazed test specimens.
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BS EN 2591-408
Gives a procedure for measuring the mating and unmating forces for elements of connection.
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BS EN 50289-3-4
Communication cables, Electric cables, Communication transmission lines, Mechanical testing, Tensile strength, Tensile testing, Elongation, Shrinkage, Shrinkage tests, Electrical insulating materials, Sheathed cables, Insulated cables, Cable sheaths
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ASTM D143
These test methods cover the determination of various strength and related properties of wood by testing small clear specimens.
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ASTM D4027-98
This test method describes equipment and procedures to measure the shear modulus and shear strength of adhesive layers between rigid adherends.
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Case study
Extreme sports waterproof bio-textile mechanical properties
Requirement
Amphibio Ltd develops bio-inspired materials technology for the outdoor and extreme sports industry.
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ASTM D6534-05
This test method covers the determination of the peak force-to-actuate, sometimes called force-to-actuate (FTA), of a mechanical pump dispenser.
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ANSI/EIA 364
Mating and Unmating Procedure for Force Testing of Electrical Connectors and Sockets
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BS EN 14350-1
Resusable teats and drinking accessories
Resusable feeding bottles and drinking cups
Single use feeding bottles, feeding teats, feeding bags and drinking accessories, which do not contain fluid when purchased.
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BS EN 2243-2
This standard defines the general requirements for the determination of strength of structural adhesives by testing in peel metal to metal joints, at ambient or other temperatures.