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Compression texture testing is essential for ensuring food products are consistent, compliant, and satisfying to consumers.
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Rheological properties and their role
Rheology, the study of deformation and flow, is central to understanding extrusion behaviour. Key properties measured include:
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Compressibility and recovery testing is essential for verifying material performance in sealing, cushioning, and structural applications.
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Importance of shear testing in the food industry
Texture plays a decisive role in consumer perception of food quality.
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Standards and procedures
FCT results must be consistent and comparable, which is why the test is carried out to recognised standards:
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Introduction to pull-off and pull-out testing
Pull-off and pull-out testing are widely used to measure the strength, durability, and reliability of materials, adhesives, coatings, and mechanical fixings.
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For expert guidance on fastening torque testing, Mecmesin’s technical specialists can help you select the right tester, develop compliant test methods, and optimise fixture design for you
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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.
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Key properties measured in tensile testing
While ultimate tensile strength is the headline result, tensile testing also measures:
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Mecmesin offers fully configurable tensile testing systems that comply with leading ASTM and ISO strip method standards.
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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.
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Common challenges and solutions
Torque testing can be influenced by several factors:
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Peel testing standards
Peel testing is defined by international standards to ensure accuracy, repeatability, and comparability of results. Common standards include:
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Applications of floating roller peel testing
Floating roller peel testing is employed to verify both material selection and process stability in various high-performance sectors:
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Chord modulus testing is a core technique for evaluating stiffness in a wide range of materials, from advanced composites to everyday packaging films.
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Test Equipment
Mecmesin offers a range of force testing equipment suitable for syringe testing under ISO 11040-4 Annex F. Our solutions include the OmniTest universal testing machine, which is highly accurate and reliable for this application.
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Applications in the food industry
Extrusion testing supports both product development and quality control for semi-solids and viscous liquids.
Example applications:
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Join thousands of satisfied customers who trust Mecmesin for their needs. Discover the precision, versatility, and reliability of our automated quality control testing solutions.
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How the single rip trouser tear method works
The method takes its name from the specimen shape, where a single cut partway into the sample creates two ‘legs’, similar to the shape of a pair of trousers.
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Introduction to fastening torque
Fastening torque is a critical parameter in the performance, safety, and durability of mechanical assemblies.
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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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Key testing standards
Compliance with recognised international standards ensures that needle penetration testing is consistent, reliable, and repeatable across different facilities.
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Analysis and interpretation of results
Interpreting shear failure characteristics
Post-test examination of the bonded joint provides valuable insight into adhesive performance:
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Benefits of adhering to testing standards
Following recognised standards delivers measurable benefits:
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Related tensile and shear test methods
While tensile tests measure a material’s resistance to stretching, shear tests measure resistance to sliding between layers or across a bond. Both are complementary.