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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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How is texture testing performed?
Common test types and measurements
Compression tests - assess firmness or hardness by applying a controlled force to compress the sample.
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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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Understanding compressive and tensile forces
Insertion and withdrawal testing focuses on two key force measurements:
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Equipment and tools for pull-off and pull-out testing
Accurate and repeatable testing depends on precision equipment and well-designed fixtures. Key components include:
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Methods for measuring coefficient of friction
The most widely adopted technique for measuring both static and kinetic coefficients of friction (COF) is the hori
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Introduction to needle penetration testing
Needle penetration testing is a precision method used to assess a material’s resistance to penetration by a needle or similar sharp probe.
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Torque testing methods and equipment
Equipment used
Strip torque testing can be carried out using:
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Best practice and future trends
Maintaining accuracy
Calibrate to ISO 6789 or Mecmesin protocols
Use in controlled environments
Validate with certified
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Cleavage strength testing is essential for confirming material and adhesive performance in demanding applications.
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Common challenges in packaging testing
Real-world conditions can introduce challenges to test accuracy. These include:
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Applications of peel testing
Packaging: Testing seal strength in pouches, blister packs, and easy-open systems.
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Compressive shear testing is essential for verifying adhesive bond strength, layered composite integrity, and internal shear resistance in structural materials.
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How to perform a breaking torque test
Required equipment and setup
Mecmesin offers a range of torque testing systems suited to different torque capacities and application requir
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Loop tack test procedure
Sample preparation
Cut adhesive strips to the required length and width stated in the chosen standard. Condition the samples at the specified temperature and humidity before testing.
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Benefits of CMT testing for manufacturers
CMT testing offers multiple operational and commercial advantages:
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Case studies and applications
Real-world applications of compressive strength testing are prevalent in various industries:
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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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Equipment for yield point testing
Yield point measurement solutions
Advanced test systems such as the Mecmesin OmniTest and
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Why Mecmesin for ring crush testing
Mecmesin designs and manufactures precision testing systems that meet ISO 12192 and TAPPI requirements for RCT.
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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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Speak to an expert
Speak to one of our technical specialists today to discuss your shear testing requirements for food texture analysis and discover how Mecmesi
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ASTM and ISO approaches
ASTM D1938 specifies trouser tear testing for thin plastic films and sheeting, including specimen dimensions, pre-cu
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What is the grab method?
The grab method is a tensile testing technique where only the centre of a fabric specimen is gripped during testing — typically using 100 mm × 150 mm test specimens with a 50 mm wide clamp