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What is bulk analysis testing?
Definition and purpose
Bulk analysis testing assesses the mechanical properties of particulate materials as a collective whole, rather than analysing individual particles. This includes powders, granules, pellets and similar materials.
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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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ASTM and ISO approaches
ASTM D1938 specifies trouser tear testing for thin plastic films and sheeting, including specimen dimensions, pre-cu
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Industry standards and compliance
Running torque tests are often performed in line with established industry standards to ensure comparability and acceptance. Relevant examples include:
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Key features and advantages
The strip method offers a number of engineering advantages:
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Compliance with industry standards
Mecmesin torque systems are engineered to comply with industry standards, including ASTM D7860-14 for chil
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What is lap shear testing under compression?
Lap shear testing under compressive load is a mechanical test used to determine the strength of
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How to conduct a floating roller peel test
Carrying out this test requires attention to detail and strict adherence to the procedure. Key steps include:
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Speak to an expert
Choosing the right configuration for a peel test is essential to obtain meaningful data. Test speed, specimen type, fixture design and data analysis all influence the results.
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Comparison with other peel tests
A 90° peel test is often used for flexible packaging films.
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Speak to an Expert
Compressive deformation testing is essential for ensuring material performance, safety, and compliance in industries from construction to sports manufacturing.
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Strain at maximum stress explained
Stress is the applied force, and strain is the resulting deformation. As a specimen is loaded, both stress and strain increase until stress reaches its peak value before the material starts to weaken.
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Methods of compressive burst testing
Inflationary burst testing
In this method, internal pressure is gradually increased using air, gas, or liquid until the container ruptures. This is widely applied to:
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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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Introduction to consumer packaging testing
In the competitive world of consumer goods, damaged packaging isn't just a financial setback—it can tarnish your brand's reputation.
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Blank (smooth) jaws for Lightweight Pneumatic Plane Grip, 200 N, 25 x 50 mm
Mec94-B50
Blank Jaws (25mm high x 50mm wide) - smooth steel jaw. Allows user to machine or affix own surface (eg. abrasive 'emery' paper).
Opening span = 0 - 20 mm.
Supplied as 0.5 set = 2 jaws (left…
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Blank (smooth) jaws for Mec227 Lightweight Vice Grip, 100 N, 10 x 100 mm
Mec227-B100
Blank Jaws (10mm x 100mm) - smooth aluminium jaw. Allows user to machine or affix own surface (eg. abrasive 'emery' paper).
Opening span = 0 - 6mm.
Supplied as 0.5 set = 2 jaws (left…
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Smooth jaws for Mec11-20 Scissor Grip, 20 kN, 25 x 50 mm
Mec11-20-B
Blank Jaws (25mm x 50mm) - smooth steel jaw. Allows user to machine or affix own surface.
Supplied as 0.5 set = 2 jaws (left & right). Order any combination of 2 half sets of jaws to fit into a pair of MEC11-20 Scissor Grips (upper & lower)
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Blank (smooth) jaws for Mec154 Heavy-duty Vice Grip, 20kN, 40 x 60 mm
Mec154-B
Blank Jaws (40mm high x 60mm wide) - smooth steel jaw.
Opening span = 0 - 34 mm.
Allows user to machine or affix own surface (eg. abrasive 'emery' paper).
Supplied as 0.5 set = 2 jaws (left…
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Blank (smooth) jaws for Lightweight Pneumatic Plane Grip, 200 N, 25 x 25 mm
Mec94-B25
Blank Jaws (10mm high x 25mm wide) - smooth steel jaw. Allows user to machine or affix own surface (eg. abrasive 'emery' paper).
Opening span = 0 - 20 mm.
Supplied as 0.5 set = 2 jaws (left…
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Set of 4 fixing pegs for torque testers - 100mm high
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Set of 100mm high extended-length gripping pegs.
These gripping pegs have a soft-rubber sleeve to clamp and keep taller samples secure and vertically aligned during torque testing.
Pegs are fitted with an M6 thread and attach to upper and lower…
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V-jaws for Mec11-20 Scissor Grip, 20 KN, Ø 4 - 15 mm diameter
Mec11-20-BV
V-Jaws (4-15mm diameter) - nickel-plated having a hardened steel surface of 1.2mm pitch teeth to create a V-shaped groove.
Grip opening to suit round samples of 10 - 48mm diameter where flat jaws do not provide enough surface contact (e.g. wires, rods,…
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Mounting plate for QC-20 Male Post on 50 kN systems
432-622
Allows QC type C Adapter (20mm Male Post) to be fitted directly to the base of 50 kN test systems.
Used when QC-20 grips and fixtures are in long-term use on 50kN test stand.
Supplied with 6 screws of M6 thread.