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Industry applications
Automotive industry
Seat cushions - Testing confirms comfort, resilience, and long-term shape retention
Gaskets - Ensures seals remai
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Introduction to compressive shear testing
Compressive shear testing is a mechanical test method used to measure a material’s ability to resist shear forces while under compressive load.
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Applications in industry
Lap shear testing under compressive load is widely used across multiple sectors:
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Case studies and real-world applications
In beef grading, Warner-Bratzler shear testing confirms tenderness classification, ensuring export standards are met.
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Speak to an expert
To discuss your reverse ratchet torque testing requirements and find the most suitable Mecmesin solution for your application, speak to one of our technical experts today.
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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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Selecting the right running torque testing solution
When specifying a running torque test system, engineers should consider:
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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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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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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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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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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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Interpreting compressive strength test results
Interpreting results involves more than noting the peak load. Stress–strain curves reveal additional information such as modulus, yield point, and failure mode.
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Equipment and tools used in testing
Accurate elongation and recovery testing requires tensile testing machines capable of precise load application and displacement measurement. Important features include:
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Construction materials
The manufacturing of building materials for construction is an established industry in many countries.
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Troubleshooting and best practices
Secure adhesive firmly in the fixture to prevent slippage
Clean substrates between tests to remove residue
Maintain consistent loop dimensions using fixture guides
Control temperature and humidity to match the test s
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Applications and specimen types
Torque testing is used across a broad range of packaging designs, including:
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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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Introduction to tear testing
Tear testing is a quality control procedure used to measure the resistance of a material to tearing under controlled conditions.
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Why is flexural strength testing important?
Flexural strength testing provides engineers, designers, and researchers with essential insights into how a material responds to bending forces.
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Gels and hydrocolloids
Gels and hydrocolloids such as agar, gelatin, xanthan and guar gum, etc. are widely used in the food, cosmetics/personal care, and medical/pharmaceutical industries.
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Speak to an expert
Mecmesin supports manufacturers, product developers, and QA teams with texture testing solutions tailored to their materials and industries.
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Take control of your torque testing
Torque testing is a way of determining how an object will react when it is being turned - during normal operation or being twisted until it deliberately fails or breaks.
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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.