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Case study
Surgical instrument operational torque
Customised engineering example
Endoscopic and laparoscopic surgical instruments are operated by axial and rotating adjustments in the handle, to perform precision movement in the head.
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BS EN 28510-1
Test for measuring resistance to peeling at a nominal 90°, particularly suitable for adherends that are insufficiently flexible for a 180° peel test.
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Case study
Cardboard beverage bottle carrier unfolding
Customised engineering example
A manufacturer of fully-enclosed cartons wanted to quality test the fold-out force for a variety of their designs, used mainly to package drinks bottles and cans.
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Calculating secant modulus
Accurate calculation requires stress-strain data, typically obtained from tensile, compressive, or
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Software
Vector OS (VFG/VFTI)
Vector OS
Our touchscreen instruments are powered by Vector OS, Mecmesin's technology platform for its latest force and torque test equipment. It delivers intuitive and customisable user interfaces, as well as advanced data acquisition and analysis.
To…
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ASTM E9-09
These test methods cover the apparatus, specimens, and procedure for axial-load compression testing of metallic materials at room temperature.
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Case study
Champagne and sparkling wine cork twist extraction effort
Requirement
Solution
Test equipment
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Case study
Cosmetics tube flip-cap attachment strength
Customised engineering example
Many flip-caps on flat-sealed cosmetics tubes are not designed for removal by the consumer under normal use.
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BS EN 1939
Adhesive tape, Adhesives, Tape, Peeling tests, Adhesion tests, Stainless steels, Testing conditions, Test equipment, Test specimens, Specimen preparation, Low-temperature testing.
Withdrawn June 2019 .. superseded by ISO 29862:2019
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BS EN 5057
Specifies requirements for dimensions, performance characteristics and test programme. section 16 is insertion & withdrawal force test
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Electrical switches and connectors
Switches and connectors may be low-cost simple electro-mechanical devices but they are ubiquitous in millions of products and devices we use every single day.
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Advantages of High Ultimate Tensile Strength
To calculate ultimate tensile strength in practice, a specimen is mounted in a tensile testing machine and stretched at a constant rate until it breaks. The machine measures both force and elongation, recording data throughout the test.
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Digital force gauges
Mecmesin's digital force gauges deliver outstanding accuracy and affordability.
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Event
Texture Testing: Meat & Plant-based Proteins
The quality of meat is determined by a number of factors including, tenderness, juiciness, and flavor.
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Aerospace
Safety and reliability are paramount in the aerospace industry. Around the world many airlines, manufacturers of commercial and military aircraft and helicopters, suppliers of fasteners, landing gear and avionics plus mainte
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Doors, windows and shutters
The effective safe performance of doors, windows and shutters requires them to be sturdy yet also easy to operate for users.
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Physiology
We exert force and torque with our muscles in almost all our everyday activities.
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Event
China (Shanghai) International Metrology Measurement Technology and Equipment Exhibition 2025
Mecmesin – Will participate in the upcoming The 7th China (Shanghai) International Metrology Measurement Technology and Equipment Exhibition 2025
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Introduction to compressive strength testing
Compressive strength testing is essential for evaluating the ability of materials to withstand axial loads, which are forces that push or pull them.
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Why choose Mecmesin for peel wheel testing
Mecmesin provides standards-compliant, precision-engineered solutions for peel wheel testing across diverse materials and industries.
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Standards for tear resistance testing
While the core principle of wing tear testing remains the same, each standard specifies unique specimen shapes, notch sizes and test speeds. Adhering to these requirements ensures results are valid and comparable.
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Differences and similarities to other corrugated tests
While TAPPI T 824 focuses on the intrinsic crush strength of pre-fluted medium, other common corrugated tests measure different performance factors:
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Industry-specific test standards
ISO 9895 - packaging materials
ISO 9895 specifies the method for determining the compressive strength of paper and b
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What is a three-point bend test?
A three-point bend test is a widely used method for determining the flexural properties of materials. It involves applying a load at the midpoint of a specimen supported at two points, creating a bending force.
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Introduction to ball burst strength testing
Ball burst testing measures the resistance of a material to rupture under localised force using a hemispherical probe.