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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.
2027
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Coefficient of friction (COF) explained
Understanding the COF formula
The coefficient of friction (μ) is a dimensionless value calculated as:
2028
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Our technical team can help you select and configure the right torque testing system for your rotational shear requirements.
2029
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Manual controls and switches
Switches come in many different configurations... toggle, rotary, mercury, push-button, reversing, relay and circuit breaker.
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Introduction to chord modulus
Chord modulus is a key parameter in material testing, providing engineers and quality control teams with a precise measure of a material’s stiffness under defined loading conditions.
2031
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For technical advice on selecting the right T-peel testing system for your materials and standards, speak to an expert at Mecmesin.
2032
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Why removal torque is important
Removal torque is critical to packaging performance and user experience.
2033
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Importance of child-resistant closures
Child-resistant closures are a critical safety feature for packaging containing pharmaceuticals, che
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Steel: ~200 GPa
Aluminium: ~70 GPa
PET (Polymer): ~2–3 GPa
Rubber: ~0.01–0.1 GPa
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Whether you're setting up a new test system or looking for documentation on an existing one, our online Support Center is the first place to start.
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Speak to one of our technical specialists today to discuss your single lap shear testing requirements and discover how Mecmesin can help you optimise your adhesive performance evaluation.
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Impact of environmental factors
Temperature and mechanical properties
Temperature can significantly affect tangent modulus:
2038
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Discuss your requirements with a Mecmesin specialist to identify the right tension testing solution for your product and process.
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Introduction to friction and its importance
Friction is the resistive force that occurs when two surfaces interact. It plays a fundamental role in engineering and manufacturing.
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Common challenges in fastening torque
Believing tighter is always better, leading to over-torquing.
Ignoring lubrication effects, which can reduce the torque needed for the same clamping force.
Relying on uncalibrated hand tools, which can produce inconsistent res
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Conclusion and Best Practices
Adhering to ISO 11040-4 Annex F is essential for manufacturers of pre-filled syringes. Using the right equipment and following best practices ensures that your products meet safety and quality standards.
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Understanding the stress-strain curve
The stress-strain curve is a primary tool for tensile strength analysis. It shows how a material responds to an increasing tensile load, providing detailed insights into its mechanical properties.
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Grab method vs strip method
Compared with the strip method (as defined by ISO 13934-1), which grips the full width of the fabric, the grab method
2044
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Bakery
Consumers have very particular expectations of how bakery products should feel and behave during consumption. Deviations from this ideal are often perceived as a loss in quality.
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To discuss your ring crush testing requirements and identify the most suitable Mecmesin system for your application, speak to one of our technical experts today.
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Speak to an expert
Speak to one of our technical specialists today to discuss your shear testing requirements for food texture analysis and discover how Mecmesi
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Introduction to running torque
Running torque testing measures the torque required to keep a component rotating once movement has started.
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For guidance on implementing pull-off and pull-out testing in your quality control or R&D process, speak to one of our technical experts today.
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Modulus of elasticity formula
Young’s modulus (E) is calculated from the linear portion of a stress-strain curve using this formula:
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Common challenges and solutions
Material inconsistencies - Variations in fibre composition and moisture content between batches can affect results.