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Case study
Face mask strength testing
Requirement
With China now producing over 200 million face masks a day — more than twenty times the amount it made at the start of February – plus other nations diverting manufacturing expertise into face-mask, respirator and other non-invasiv
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Floating roller peel
Floating roller peel testing is a critical method used to evaluate adhesio
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Strip Method (Fabrics)
Textile tensile testing is a critical process in ensuring that fabrics meet performance requirements for their intended applications.
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Test Frame
MultiTest-dV test frame
MultiTest-dV test frame
A ballscrew-driven motorised test frame designed to apply tension and compression from 2 N right up to a capacity of 2.5 kN (550 lbf).Its versatile construction makes it perfectly suited for testing all kinds of components in a…
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Test Frame
Vortex-dv test frame
Vortex test frame
A sturdy twin-column test frame capable of applying torque up to 10 N.m (90 lbf.in). Tall and wide enough to accept a variety of test specimens yet compact to use as a bench-top tester.
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Test Frame
OmniTest test frame (single column)
OmniTest test frame
A single-column motorised test frame designed to apply tensile, shear, flexural and compressive forces from 2 N right up to a capacity of 7.5 kN (1686 lbf).Its versatile construction makes it perfectly suited for testing all kinds of…
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Test Frame
MultiTest test frame (twin column)
MultiTest test frame
A motorised test frame driven by twin ballscrews featuring dual-columns and designed to apply tension and compression from 2 N right up to a capacity of 50 kN (1100 lbf).Its versatile construction makes it perfectly suited for testing…
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Test Frame
MultiTest test frame (single column)
MultiTest test frame
A ballscrew-driven motorised test frame designed to apply tension and compression from 2 N right up to a capacity of 5 kN (1100 lbf).Its versatile construction makes it perfectly suited for testing all kinds of components in a quality…
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Test Frame
Vortex test frame
Vortex test frame
A sturdy twin-column test frame capable of applying torque up to 10 N.m (90 lbf.in). Tall and wide enough to accept a variety of test specimens yet compact to use as a bench-top tester.
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Introduction to loop tack testing
Loop tack testing is a specialist method used to evaluate the initial tack, or quick stick, of pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs).
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Performing a five-point bend test
Specimen preparation
Cut specimens to the standardised dimensions specified in ASTM D2718.
Ensure surfaces are smooth and free from defects that could affect results.<
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Accurate and consistent tear testing is essential for maintaining product quality, meeting compliance requirements, and ensuring end-user satisfaction.
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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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Understanding removal torque testing
Removal torque testing measures the rotational force required to unscrew or disengage a closure from its container.
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What is the box crush test?
The box crush test (BCT) is a widely used method for measuring the compressive strength of fibreboard packaging, particu
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Why Mecmesin for pull-off and pull-out testing
Mecmesin designs and manufactures tensile and adhesion testing equipment for both destructive and non-destructive pull-off and pull-out applications.
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FAQs
What is the role of compression texture testing in food quality control?
It delivers objective, repeatable texture measurements to meet sensory and regulatory standards.
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Tension testing is essential for verifying product quality, safety and compliance. Selecting the right method, following recognised standards and using precision equipment ensures reliable results.
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How the single rip trouser tear method works
The method takes its name from the specimen shape, where a single cut partway into the sample creates two ‘legs’, similar to the shape of a pair of trousers.
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Introduction to strain at maximum stress testing
Strain at maximum stress testing is a critical method in material evaluation, providing a precise measurement of how much a material deforms at the point of its highest applied load.
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Importance of puncture and shear resistance testing
Puncture and shear resistance testing is a critical quality assurance process for materials used in packaging, textiles, industrial manufa
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The 3-Point Bend test goes to Summer School
Both Dr. Cote and Grubbs agree that one of the highlights of their year is the Materials Science summer course for high school students, where they had students design their own candy composites.
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Understanding compressive deformation
Compressive deformation is the change in shape or size of a material when it is subjected to compressive forces. This can involve a reduction in length, thickness, or volume when an object is pressed or squeezed.
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Difference between tangent modulus and other moduli
Tangent modulus vs secant modulus
While both describe stiffness, their calculation methods differ:
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Compressive modulus testing is essential for confirming stiffness, durability, and compliance in materials used across construction, aeros