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Standards and compliance for torque testing
Key standards
ASTM D2063 - Specifies torque retention testing for thread closure
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Case study
Dashboard button testing
Requirement
Visteon required an automated system to measure the actuation force for dashboard buttons and check the electrical contact closure points.
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Case study
Plastic film tension test
Requirement
The customer uses a double layer plastic film for packaging film for packaging of pet food and confectionary.
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Event
Fundamentals of Cork Pull & Elasticity Testing
Natural corks need to execute several important functions within the champagne and wine industries in order to meet consumers’ expectations and also to guarantee the quality of the drink.
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Case study
Flat Quick-connect Termination
Requirement
A test system was needed to meet the requirements of test standard BS5057.
431
Case study
Aluminium cap nozzle flexure break-off force
Requirement
A major global supplier of medical gas devices and components required quality control tests to assess part of a new product.
432
Case study
Tamper evident ring test
Requirement
The customer manufactures closures for the beverage industry. These include tamper-evident caps used on mineral waters and other soft drinks.
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Accessory
Lightweight Lower Chuck, for use on base of Helixa stand
432-509
Lightweight Lower Chuck for Helixa
A pin-chuck fitted with an adaptor for connection to the motor spindle of 'Helixa' motorised test stands.
Max.opening 3.2mm. Supplied with T-bar to allow easy opening and tightening
Used for holding components and…
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Accessory
Transit Case for Manual Handling/Ergonomic Kit
416-007
A foam-lined rugged metal case for the components of the advanced or basic manual handling kit. Supplied as standard with the kit, has space for: a force gauge including rechargeable batteries, mains adaptor / battery charger, gripping cradle, chain link…
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Accessory
PSV12129 Split mandrel cork grip
PSV12129
A Split Mandrel Grip comprising an outer body with lead-screw and handles. Used for adjustable positioning of half-round jaws having wire-eroded serrated faces.
Designed specifically to grip natural corks of 26-32 mm diameter when testing the release…
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Accessory
Custom-made Safety Guards and Enclosures
PDVguard
Where the standard safety guard does not fulfil your application requirements, Mecmesin can work with you to design and produce a custom-made safety guard to meet your exact requirements. Suitable for any Mecmesin test stand. Previously-designed guards…
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Accessory
Upper Torque Fixing Table for Vortex stands
432-321
Upper Torque Fixing Table.
Offers highly versatile holding of specimens when torque testing. Fully adjustable between 10 - 78mm opening to accommodate a variety of forms.
Four rubber-coated, threaded pegs are supplied as standard which screw into…
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Accessory
PSV12129 Split mandrel cork grip
PSV12129
A Split Mandrel Grip comprising an outer body with lead-screw and handles. Used for adjustable positioning of half-round jaws having wire-eroded serrated faces.
Designed specifically to grip natural corks of 26-32 mm diameter when testing the release…
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Accessory
sample holder for standard fixture table
432-244
Fits to the standard fixture table (432-243) and used for easy configuration and alignment of test fixtures. The small-sample holder has been designed to accommodate spherical or irregular samples. Three sizes of holding plate are supplied.
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Accessory
Lower Torque Fixing Table, Vortex stands
432-320
Lower Torque Fixing Table.
Offers highly versatile holding of containers and specimens when torque testing. Fully adjustable between 10 - 190 mm opening (diameter) to accommodate a variety of forms.
Four rubber-coated, threaded pegs are supplied as…
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Accessory
Custom-made Safety Guards and Enclosures
PDVguard
Where the standard safety guard does not fulfil your application requirements, Mecmesin can work with you to design and produce a custom-made safety guard to meet your exact requirements. Suitable for any Mecmesin test stand. Previously-designed guards…
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Case study
PCB Solder Joint Shear
Requirement
Millennnium Microtech Thailand, part of Microchip Technology Inc Thailand operates a manufacturing, packaging and testing plant for Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Integrated Circuit (IC) components.
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Furniture and soft furnishings
Furniture is manufactured using different kind of wood materials typically from particle board, fiberboard and plywood. Pieces are assembled and joined using glues, adhesive bonds,fixing dowels and fastenings.
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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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Testing methods for different materials
Rubber and elastomers
Rubber and elastomers are valued for their flexibility and resilience.
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Introduction to compressive burst testing
Compressive burst testing is a specialised method for determining the maximum internal pressure a container can withstand before structural failure.
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Why Mecmesin for puncture resistance testing
Mecmesin designs and manufactures precision puncture resistance testing systems to meet the requirements of ASTM and ISO standards.
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Introduction to corrugated medium testing
Corrugated medium testing is a key process in the packaging industry, ensuring that materials used in box and carton production meet strict durability and performance standards.
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Measuring compressive modulus
Common testing methods
Internationally recognised standards specify how compressive modulus is measured for different material types and applications:
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Why is 180 degree peel testing important
Peel adhesion is critical to the performance and safety of many products.