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Benefits of extrusion testing
Extrusion testing delivers measurable benefits for food production:
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Why removal torque is important
Removal torque is critical to packaging performance and user experience.
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Key applications of pull-off and pull-out testing
The versatility of these tests means they are used across a broad range of products and industries.
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Introduction to secant modulus
In material testing and engineering, understanding how a material responds to applied stress is essential for predicting performance, ensuring safety, and optimising design.
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Testing Procedure
Performing the needle penetration and drag test involves several steps:
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Understanding shear testing in tension
Shear testing in tension is a mechanical method used to measure the resistance of a material or bonded joint to forces acting parallel to the bonding surface.
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Speak to an expert
Closure torque testing is vital for ensuring that packaging remains secure, protects contents, and is user-friendly.
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Applications in safety requirements
Cone penetration testing is primarily used to confirm that child use articles resist penetration by sharp or pointed objects during normal use and foreseeable misuse.
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Test method and procedure
Preparing specimens
Material selection - Use representative samples from the batch being tested.
Cutting - Prepare specimens to the exact dimensions specified in
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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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Importance of child-resistant closures
Child-resistant closures are a critical safety feature for packaging containing pharmaceuticals, che
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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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Industry standards and compliance
Running torque tests are often performed in line with established industry standards to ensure comparability and acceptance. Relevant examples include:
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Standards and compliance in texture testing
Food industry standards
ISO 11036 - sensory analysis for food texture profile methodology
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Industry applications
Dairy products
For butter, ISO 16305 compliance confirms product consistency.
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Understanding and interpreting test results
Box crush testing provides clear, measurable data to inform design and compliance decisions:
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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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Introduction to bridge torque
Definition and importance
Bridge torque refers to the rotational force required to shear the tamper-evident bridges or lugs that connect a screw cap to its locking ring.
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What is bulk analysis testing?
Definition and purpose
Bulk analysis testing assesses the mechanical properties of particulate materials as a collective whole, rather than analysing individual particles. This includes powders, granules, pellets and similar materials.
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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 the 90-degree peel test?
The 90-degree peel test is a mechanical method used to measure the adhesive strength between two bonded materials.
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Comparison with other peel tests
A 90° peel test is often used for flexible packaging films.
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Differences and similarities to other corrugated tests
While TAPPI T 824 focuses on the intrinsic crush strength of pre-fluted medium, other common corrugated tests measure different performance factors:
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Key features and advantages
The strip method offers a number of engineering advantages:
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Compliance with industry standards
Mecmesin torque systems are engineered to comply with industry standards, including ASTM D7860-14 for chil