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2001
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Analysing shear failure
Shear failure analysis identifies how a bond fails and gives insight into service performance:
2002
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Applications across industries
Friction testing plays a vital role in multiple sectors:
2003
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Interpreting results and ensuring accuracy
Accurate results rely on correct setup and consistent procedures:
2004
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Understanding compressive deformation
Compressive deformation is the change in shape or size of a material when it is subjected to compressive forces. This can involve a reduction in length, thickness, or volume when an object is pressed or squeezed.
2006
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The role of ECT in quality assurance
The Edge Crush Test is a widely used measure for predicting box stacking performance.
2007
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Speak to an expert at Mecmesin to discuss your tangent modulus testing requirements.
2008
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For advice on elongation and recovery testing, or to discuss how Mecmesin’s equipment can be configured for your specific materials and applications, speak with one of our technical specialists.
2009
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Applications in plastics and paper packaging
Plastic film processing
Plastic films must maintain precise COF levels to feed correctly through wrapping and sealing systems.
2010
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Have questions about selecting the right torque tester or meeting standards such as ASTM D2063 or
2011
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Introduction to secant modulus
In material testing and engineering, understanding how a material responds to applied stress is essential for predicting performance, ensuring safety, and optimising design.
2012
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For engineers looking to define robust torque to turn test protocols or specify equipment, Mecmesin’s applications engineering team offers specialist guidance.
2013
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If you require loop tack testing to meet quality, performance, or compliance requirements, Mecmesin can provide the right solution for your application.
2014
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Methods for measuring coefficient of friction
The most widely adopted technique for measuring both static and kinetic coefficients of friction (COF) is the hori
2016
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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.
2017
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Applications across industry
The single rip trouser tear method is used in:
2018
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The concentric ring method
The most widely used approach to equibiaxial flexure compression testing is the concentric ring method. A circular specimen is supported on an outer ring and loaded through a smaller, concentric inner ring.
2019
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Typical values of Young’s modulus:
Steel: ~200 GPa
Aluminium: ~70 GPa
PET (Polymer): ~2–3 GPa
Rubber: ~0.01–0.1 GPa
2020
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Expert support when you need it
Need more hands-on help? Our technical support team is here for you - remotely or onsite - delivered directly or in partnership with our global network of expert distributors.
We offer:
2021
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As a company, we want to take an active role in equipping the up-and-coming leaders of the US technical industry. That is why we work with technical programs to build this next generation of technical students.
2022
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Speak to one of our technical specialists today to discuss your shear testing in tension requirements and discover how Mecmesin can help you achieve accurate, compliant, and repeatable results.
2023
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Our technical team can help you select and configure the right torque testing system for your rotational shear requirements.
2024
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Manual controls and switches
Switches come in many different configurations... toggle, rotary, mercury, push-button, reversing, relay and circuit breaker.
2025
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Coefficient of friction (COF) explained
Understanding the COF formula
The coefficient of friction (μ) is a dimensionless value calculated as: