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Burst testing techniques and equipment
Compressive burst testing
In compressive burst testing, force is applied through a hemispherical probe until the material ruptures.
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Case study
Primate bites force and fracture
Requirement
Hull York Medical School combines research and teaching in human anatomy and evolution at its Centre for Anatomical and Human Sciences.
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Types of flexure tests
Different flexure testing setups are chosen based on the nature of the material, the required precision, and the industry standards being followed.
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Case study
Pneumatic top-load control for CRC cap torque testing
Customised engineering example
Testing the opening torque of child-resistant bottle caps requires the application of a simultaneous downward force to overcome the safety mechanism.
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Case study
Diamante pull-off test
Requirement
The customer was a supplier to major UK clothing retailer Marks & Spencer, who stipulate that all fasteners and attachments must be tested to failure.
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Case study
Toy testing to attachment strength safety standards
Requirement
The customer supplies plush giftware to retailers such as Clintons. Their plush products are manufactured to European toy safety standard BS EN 71-1:1998 (Safety of toys - Part 1: Mechanical and physical properties).
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Case study
Medical suture device calibration system
Requirement
A number of devices which 'crimp' a curved needle to a fine medical thread needed to be tested. The crimp force was applied horizontally pulling a lever on the device.
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Needle to ferrule pull-out test
Requirement
The customer, Oxford Instruments, wished to perform a destructive pull-out test to evaluate the maximum tension force to pull the 2 components apart.
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Case study
Elongation test of infusion solution bag
Requirement
Fresenius Kabi is a global manufacturer of pharmaceutical products and delivery systems for infusion therapies and clinical nutrition.
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Test type
Mecmesin provides solutions for tests on products or materials that require the measurement of their physical strength. Typically this involves applying and recording the force to pull apart, push together, twist or turn.
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Case study
Pharmaceutical tablet crush and break strength
Requirement
Many products come in tablet form, with a durability designed for both packaging and for use. Too brittle or too hard, and they may not be fit for use, or at best perform below expectation.
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Clothing button pull-off TTF test
Requirement
The customer was a supplier to major UK clothing retailer Marks & Spencer, who stipulate that all fasteners and attachments must be tested to failure.
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Case study
Testing Kevlar material and stab-proof vests
Requirement
Kevlar® has many applications in the modern world ranging from bicycle tyres, racing sails through to protective gloves and body armour.
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Case study
Helical torsion spring torque testing
Requirement
Spring-loaded components are used extensively in home and consumer goods: clothes pegs, clips and old-fashioned mousetraps; small doors and flaps on cameras or hi-fi equipment; large doors and closures such as those on garages or g
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Case study
Lipstick shear force resistance
Requirement
Lipstick holds the top spot in the hierarchy of makeup with its ability to completely transform appearance without the help of any other beauty product.
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Why Mecmesin for compressive burst testing
Mecmesin designs and manufactures precision test systems to meet the demands of compressive burst testing.
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Mecmesin solutions for compressive deformation testing
Mecmesin designs and supplies precision-engineered systems for compressive deformation testing across industries.
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Mecmesin solutions for compressive modulus testing
Mecmesin provides precision compression testing systems for accurate modulus determination across a wide range of materials and load capacities.
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Mecmesin equipment for tension and compression testing
Mecmesin offers a range of systems for static and cyclic testing, including:
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Mecmesin equipment for 90-degree peel testing
Mecmesin provides a range of test systems designed for peel and adhesion applications:
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Product
Touchscreen force and torque indicator
VFTI
850-610
A powerful and versatile touchscreen display unit for use with Mecmesin's 'Smart' range of interchangeable force and torque sensors. Ideal for testing where high accuracy and flexibility are key requirements.
The VFTI , powered by Vector OS, instantly…
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Case study
Watch bezel adjustment torque testing
Requirement
Since the revival of the mechanical watch industry during the mid 1980s enthusiasts have become ever more absorbed by mechanical chronometry, taking pleasure in comparing the performance of new and old models alike. The very finest
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Case study
Hand sanitiser dispenser pump testing
Requirement
Sales of antibacterial gels have soared enormously following National Health Service advice telling the public to thoroughly wash hands in order to stay protected from Coronavirus.
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How tension testing is performed
Tensile strength testing
Tensile strength testing follows established international standards such as ISO 527 and ASTM D63