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What is top-load testing?
Top-load testing, also known as column crush testing, is a method used to evaluate the ability of a packaging component to withstand a vertical compressive force without deforming or failing.
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What is a universal testing machine?
To assess the quality of a finished product or component, it is often necessary to conduct multiple force tests.
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Mecmesin equipment for flexural strength testing
Precision systems for bending tests
Mecmesin’s electromechanical testers, including the MultiTest-dV and
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How is compression texture testing performed?
Test methods and parameters
A typical test places the sample on a stable platform beneath a compression plate or probe.
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The science behind chord modulus
Definition and importance
Chord modulus is determined by drawing a straight line, known as the chord, between two points on the stress-strain curve.
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Standards and regulations in shear testing
Several industry standards and protocols govern food shear testing, ensuring repeatable results and regulatory compliance. Examples include:
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Advances in adhesive testing
Modern systems incorporate high-resolution digital sensors for precise force measurement, real-time data capture with analytical software, and automation to reduce operator influence.
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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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Testing equipment and procedures
Compression testers with parallel platens apply controlled loads at specified rates.
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Benefits of automated test systems
The integration of software into force and torque measurement offers tangible advantages:
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Built for batch testing and automation
Batch testing in VectorPro uses a pre-configured test to create a semi-automatic or fully automatic testing system on sets of products and batches of the products.
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Introduction to short span compression tests
The short span compression test (SCT) is a mechanical testing method used to measure the compressive strength of materials over a very short span.
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Applications of compressive shear testing
Compressive shear testing is applied across multiple industries where materials must withstand shear stresses while compressed.
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Mecmesin solutions for tensile and compression testing
Mecmesin offers a comprehensive range of tensile and compression testing equipment, delivering precision, repeatability and compliance with recognised international standar
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Flat crush of corrugated medium (CMT test)
The flat crush test, also known as the Concora Medium Test (CMT), measures the maximum force a corrugated medium can withstand before flute collapse. In CMT testing, the medium is first formed into flutes using a laboratory fluter before testing.
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Introduction to double rip tongue tear testing
Double rip tongue tear testing is a recognised method for assessing the tear resistance of flexible materials including co
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Speak to an expert
Mecmesin’s technical specialists can advise on selecting the right fixtures, test methods, and equipment for 135° peel testing.
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Mecmesin solutions for ball burst testing
Mecmesin’s testing systems offer high accuracy, repeatability and adaptability across a broad range of burst testing requirements.
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Introduction to cleavage strength testing
Cleavage strength testing is a specialised method for assessing a material or adhesive joint’s ability to resist forces that try to split it apart along a bond line.
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What is fastening torque
Fastening torque refers to the rotational force applied to tighten a fastener, typically measured in Newton-metres (N·m) or pound-force inches (lbf·in). The correct torque value ensures adequate clamping without overstressing components.
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Understanding tensile strength in testing
Both pull-off and pull-out testing measure tensile strength, which is the maximum load a specimen can sustain under tension before failure.
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Key methods for compressive strength testing
Several methods are used to determine the compressive strength of materials, and the appropriate test depends on the material and the specific industry requirements.
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Mecmesin equipment for torque to turn testing
Mecmesin offers a range of precision torque test systems, including the OmniTest and
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Key methods in shear stress measurement
There are several approaches to measuring shear stress, with rotational shear testing and torsion-based techniques among the most widely used.