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Case study
Lipstick bullet break resistance testing
Requirement
Barry M Cosmetics Ltd. are the leading British colour cosmetics brand, offering a comprehensive range of lipsticks and lip paints.
177
Case study
Wire rope termination crimp safety
Requirement
TECNI Ltd., manufactures and supplies a range of steel, braided and wire rope assemblies for applications as diverse as security locks, balustrades, marine rigging, winching systems and gym equipment.
178
Case study
PET screen protector release liner peel testing
Requirement
Manufacturers of products which include a critical screen surface, generally apply a plastic film as protection during assembly, packing and transit to the end customer.
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Case study
Adhesion peel strength of COVID-19 tapes and stickers
Requirement
In the wake of the Covid-19 lockdown, there have been clear guidelines issued to businesses on keeping staff and customers safe.
180
Case study
Flexible packaging welded seal strength
Requirement
As a global brand, manufacturing products for the cosmetics, domestic, healthcare and food industries, it is vital for Reckitt Benckiser, formerly SSL International, to undertake measures to critically assess and guarantee product q
181
Case study
Box crush test (BCT) and transit packaging compression testing
Customised engineering example
Boxes for the consumer and transit packaging industries must be as light as possible whilst still retaining a robustness to contain and protect their contents and also have the strength to stand up to shipping, ha
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Case study
Wall-mounted air freshener destructive loading evaluation
Requirement
The customer wished to apply a controlled load of 350N to a wall mounted air freshener, replicating the effect of a child standing on it. The load needed to be applied in turn to 4 different planes on the product, e.g.
183
Case study
Tamper-Proof Closure Test
Requirement
Alcoa required a system to quickly test the tamper-proof rings on soft drink and mineral water closures.
The system had to be easy to operate and allow caps to be loaded quickly.
184
Case study
Railcar spring testing
Requirement
Seoul Metropolitan Railway Transit Corporation required a system for testing a variety of springs in their electric railcars. The springs range in size from 3mm to 100 mm in diameter.
185
Case study
Detonator shock tubing
Requirement
A manufacturer of non-electric shock detonator tubing for industrial applications had a specialist tensile testing requirement.
186
Case study
Peel testing identity cards
Requirement
The customer produces identity cards with a laminated cover. The customer wanted to know that the adhesive used to bond the laminate and card together was strong enough to withstand a high rate of day-to-day usage.
187
Case study
Festive lighting masonry anchorage strength checking
Requirement
A number of local councils in the United Kingdom have adopted a new code of practice for the Installation, Operation and Removal of Seasonal Decorations.
188
Case study
Engine fuel pump spring characteristics measurement
Requirement
One of the largest automotive parts manufacturers in the Czech Republic, part of a major group, required a number of its component parts tested under high loads.
189
Case study
Automotive external mirror deformation tests
Requirement
Murakami Ampas (Thailand), is a major supplier of mirror systems to the automotive industry.
190
Case study
Testing ventilator and breathing assistance apparatus components
Requirement
A ventilator (respirator) provides ‘mechanical ventilation’ by moving breathable air into and out of the lungs of patients unable to breathe sufficiently well unaided.
191
Case study
Police force manual handling and protective clothing
Requirement
A major UK police force requires all new recruits to pass a ‘Job Related Fitness Test’ (JRFT), to ensure they are able to meet the taxing physical demands of the role. Armed officers must undergo yearly re-assessment.
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Accessory
Wedge Grip for terminals for CrimpTest-1 kN
432-607
Wedge Grip for terminals for CrimpTest-1 Tester (supplied as standard with Tester)
The 1 kN Wedge Grip is ideal for tensile testing of flat crimp terminal and connectors when determining their pull strength.
A spring-loaded lever ensures the serrated…
193
Accessory
FINAT 9 Loop-Tack Test Fixture (lower), 200 N, QC-20
PDV13016-A
The FINAT 9 Loop Tack Test Fixture (lower) is fitted to the anvil plate of a motorised test stand.
It comprises a dedicated holder for 25mm x 30mm float glass onto which the adhesive-coated test strip is fixed according to the requirements of the FINAT…
194
Accessory
FINAT 9 Loop-Tack Test Fixture (lower), 200 N, QC-20
PDV13016-A
The FINAT 9 Loop Tack Test Fixture (lower) is fitted to the anvil plate of a motorised test stand.
It comprises a dedicated holder for 25mm x 75mm float glass onto which the adhesive-coated test strip is fixed according to the requirements of the FINAT…
195
Case study
Magnet pull tester
Requirement
Magnetic separators trap and remove ferromagnetic foreign bodies from product streams, in order to guarantee high product quality and prevent damage to machinery and processing equipment.
196
Case study
Fishing line and knot strength
Requirement
Toit Fishing’s mission is to develop, improve and reimagine fishing tools with overarching themes of reliability, functionality, durability and environmental sustainability.
197
Case study
Diamond-edged grinding and cutting tool break strength
Requirement
Diamond tools that enable highly precise and high-grade processing are used in various industries including automotive, IT and electronics.
198
Case study
Bullet extraction and seating force testing
Requirement
When making ammunition, the projectile is set into the casing and it is crimped or sealed in place. The "neck" of the cartridge has natural tension but the crimp/sealant does the bulk of the work in keeping the projectile in place.
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Case study
Flip-cap force test
Requirement
A repeatable test system to check the opening force of flip cap lids, accommodating 3 different diameter caps with minimal fixture changeover.
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[Page extract]
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.