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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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Tensile and compression testing are essential for understanding material behaviour and ensuring that components perform safely and reliably in their intended environment.
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Introduction to tensile strength
Tensile strength is a fundamental mechanical property that defines a material’s ability to resist forces that attempt to pull it apart. It represents the maximum tensile stress a material can withstand before failure.
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Why Mecmesin for material testing solutions
Expertise across diverse sectors
Mecmesin has decades of experience supporting industries from packaging and oral care to pha
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What is four-point bend testing?
Four-point bend testing determines a material’s flexural strength and stiffness by applying force at two points between two supports.
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Why choose Mecmesin for compression testing?
Mecmesin has over 45 years of experience in force measurement and is a trusted partner for packaging test systems across industries.
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Introduction to tear resistance testing
Tear resistance testing is a critical mechanical property assessment for flexible materials such as plastics, elastomers, coated fabrics and textiles.
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What is the trapezoidal tear test?
The trapezoidal tear test is a mechanical method used to determine the tear strength of flexible sheet materials.
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Industry applications of flexural testing
Plastics and thermoplastics
Flexural testing reveals the stiffness, yield point, and failure mode of plastics, informing mate
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Key testing methods
Different materials require different approaches to compressive hardness testing. The most common methods are:
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Comparison of flexure testing methods
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Cone penetration testing is a vital element of product safety compliance, particularly in the manufacture of child use articles.
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Introduction to five-point bend testing
The five-point bend test is a specialised method for assessing the mechanical performance of structural panels, particularly their resistance to planar shear forces.
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Standards for insertion and withdrawal testing
Adhering to industry standards ensures consistency, repeatability, and compliance. Key standards include:
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Applications in adhesive bond testing
Adhesive bond testing through shear in tension is essential for understanding how adhesives perform under load.
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Secant modulus compared to other moduli
Different moduli are used to describe the stiffness of materials, each calculated at different points on the stress-strain curve:
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Compression testing and its applications
Compression testing measures how a material behaves when subjected to forces that reduce its size.
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What is Ultimate Tensile Strength in Materials Testing?
Ultimate tensile strength (UTS) refers to the maximum stress a material can endure while being stretched before it fails.
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Custom-fit material testing services
Tailored fixtures and adaptations
Accurate testing often depends on the right fixture design.
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Introduction to four-point bend testing
Four-point bend testing is a fundamental method in materials science, providing engineers and quality assurance professionals with a reliable way to assess the
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Tamper-evident packaging and torque
The role of bridges in tamper-evidence
Tamper-evident bridges are a critical safety feature. Once broken, they provide a clear visual indicator that a product has been opened.
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Understanding yield point in material testing
Yield point analysis is used across multiple industries to ensure materials meet strict performance criteria:
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FAQs about compressive strength testing
How is compressive strength different from tensile strength?
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Physiology
We exert force and torque with our muscles in almost all our everyday activities.
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Introduction to climbing drum peel testing
Climbing drum peel testing is a specialised method used to measure the adhesive strength between bonded materials, particularly in flexible-to-rigid substrate combinations such as aluminium skins bonded to honeycomb cores.