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2001
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Applications of running torque testing
Running torque testing is used across a wide range of industries and products, including:
2002
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Speak to an expert
If you need accurate and repeatable insertion and withdrawal testing for connectors, fasteners, or closures, Mecmesin’s technical specialists can help you select th
2003
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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.
2004
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TAPPI T 824 standard
Overview of the standard
TAPPI T 824 is the internationally recognised standard that specifies the procedures, equipment requirements, and specimen preparation methods for conducting
2005
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Introduction to fabric testing
Fabric testing plays a critical role in quality assurance, helping manufacturers assess the mechanical, physical, and chemical properties of textile materials.
2006
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Related tensile and shear test methods
While tensile tests measure a material’s resistance to stretching, shear tests measure resistance to sliding between layers or across a bond. Both are complementary.
2007
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Applications of bursting strength testing
Ball burst testing is routinely used across sectors where material failure under localised stress poses a risk to performance or safety. Common application areas include:
2008
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Innovations in torque testing equipment
Modern torque testing solutions have introduced:
2010
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Analysing and interpreting results
Results are expressed as the maximum load sustained by the sample. This can be converted into a ring crush index by dividing by the specimen width.
2011
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Introduction to single rip trouser tear testing
Single rip trouser tear testing is a method used to measure a material’s ability to resist the propagation of a tear once it has started.
2012
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Introduction to running torque
Running torque testing measures the torque required to keep a component rotating once movement has started.
2013
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Introduction to peel wheel testing
The peel wheel test is a specialised adhesion test method used to measure the strength of adhesive bonds in flexible materials such as plastics, films, and laminates.
2014
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Speak to an expert
Contact Mecmesin to discuss the best tensile testing solution for your materials and applications.
2015
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Speak to an expert
For advice on elongation and recovery testing, or to discuss how Mecmesin’s equipment can be configured for your specific materials and applications, speak with one of our technical specialists.
2016
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If you need needle penetration testing for compliance, product validation, or quality control, Mecmesin’s technical specialists can recommend the right solution for your requirements.
2017
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Universal testing machines (UTMs) made simple
Mecmesin have developed a new range of precision bench-top universal testing machines (UTMs) in single and twin-column formats, for compression and tensile testing from 0.5 to 50 kN loads.
2019
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Common challenges in fastening torque
Believing tighter is always better, leading to over-torquing.
Ignoring lubrication effects, which can reduce the torque needed for the same clamping force.
Relying on uncalibrated hand tools, which can produce inconsistent res
2020
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What is breakaway torque?
Definition and importance
Breakaway torque, also known as slip torque, refers to the rotational force required to initiate movement in a threaded closure, such as a bottle cap or medical connector.
2021
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Industrial applications and benefits
FCT is an essential quality control and design optimisation tool for:
2022
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Case examples
Catalyst pellet crush strength - A petrochemical manufacturer evaluated catalyst pellets using radial crush testing.
2023
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Speak to an expert
Mecmesin has decades of experience in tear resistance testing and offers complete solutions for single rip trouser tear applications.
2024
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Case study
A Tier 1 automotive supplier used a Mecmesin OmniTest system with VectorPro
2025
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Pharmaceuticals
The pharmaceutical industry is tightly controlled and subject to strict regulations, which means that testing is often at the heart of demonstrating compliance to the various international standards which govern the industry.