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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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Understanding cone penetration testing
Cone penetration testing is a precision method used to determine a material's resistance to penetration by a standardised cone-shaped probe under specific force conditions.
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Key standards for double rip tongue tear testing
ASTM D751-06 for coated fabrics
ASTM D751-06 defines test methods for coated fabrics, including the d
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Types of torque testing equipment
Whether you're validating production output or designing closures in R&D, Mecmesin offers systems to suit every environment.
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Standards for bulk analysis testing
Applicable standards and protocols
To ensure consistency and regulatory compliance, bulk testing is often carried out in accordance with established standards. These include:
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Accessory
V-profile jaws for Mec11-50 Scissor Grip, 50 kN, 10 - 48mm diameter
Mec11-50-BV10
V-Jaws (10-48mm diameter) - nickel-plated having a hardened steel surface of 1.2mm pitch teeth to create a V-shaped groove.
For round samples where flat jaws do not provide enough surface contact (e.g. wires, rods,
tubes).
Supplied as 0.5 set = 2 jaws…
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Needle Probe, stainless steel, 2 mm
432-087
The 2mm diameter needle probe is made from stainless steel and has an M3 female thread. It is designed for surface puncture and penetration tests.
Commonly used with extension rod M3 male to 10-32 UNF female ... part number 432-100
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Protective Dust Cover for fitting to MultiTest 2.5-xt stand (500 mm) and console
432-484
The covers offer protection to MultiTest 2.5-xt motorised test stands in dusty and dirty environments.
They are durable and easy to clean, and feature quick-acting velcro fastening strips for simple fitting and removal.
Dust covers are available for…
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Protective Dust Cover for fitting to MultiTest 2.5-i stand (500 mm)
432-483
The covers offer protection to MultiTest 2.5-i motorised test stands in dusty and dirty environments.
They are durable and easy to clean, and feature quick-acting velcro fastening strips for simple fitting and removal.
Dust covers are available for…
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Protective Dust Cover for fitting to Vortex-xt stand and console
432-482
The covers offer protection to Mecmesin’s Vortex-xt motorised test stands in dusty and dirty environments. They are durable and easy to clean, and feature quick-acting velcro fastening strips for simple fitting and removal.
Dust covers are also…
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Protective Dust Cover for fitting to Vortex-d(V)/-i stand
432-481
The covers offer protection to Mecmesin’s Vortex-d, Vortex-dV and Vortex-i motorised test stands in dusty and dirty environments. They are durable and easy to clean, and feature quick-acting velcro fastening strips for simple fitting and removal.
Dust…
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V-profile jaws for Mec11-50 Scissor Grip, 50 kN, 10 - 48mm diameter
Mec11-50-BV10
V-Jaws (10-48mm diameter) - nickel-plated having a hardened steel surface of 1.2mm pitch teeth to create a V-shaped groove.
For round samples where flat jaws do not provide enough surface contact (e.g. wires, rods,
tubes).
Supplied as 0.5 set = 2 jaws…
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Case study
Tea bag integrity
Customised engineering example
Some of the simplest applications may not seem so obvious when you face them. A string and tab on a tea bag?
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Case study
Medical sharps bin puncture resistance
Customised engineering example
International standards (ASTM F2132, BS 7320, BS 23907) specify the puncture resistance of medical sharps containers.
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Case study
Electrical harness terminal testing
Requirement
Cyprium Motorsports based in Diss, UK, design and produce customised wiring harness systems for sports cars, including Formula 1, Le Mans Prototype, Grand Touring and rally cars.
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Case study
Using a UTM as a calibration tool for loadcells
Requirement
When it comes to configuring and calibrating a loadcell in tension and compression this can be a time-consuming process, particularly when the loads concerned are too high to use a set of calibrated weights (also known as ‘masses’)
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Case study
Elongation test of infusion solution bag
Requirement
Fresenius Kabi is a global manufacturer of pharmaceutical products and delivery systems for infusion therapies and clinical nutrition.
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Case study
DVD removal force test
Requirement
The customer, a leading supplier of boxed DVD’s, had experienced a wide variation in the amount of force required to remove the DVD from the central spigot of the case.
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Case study
Aircraft brake unit spring testing
Requirement
The Aircraft Wheels and Brakes department at British Airways plc are responsible for the repair and overhaul of the aircraft brake units on the Boeing 737, 747, 757, 777 and Airbus A319, A320 and A321 aircraft.
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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.
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Materials testing
Materials scientists are continually working to develop lighter, stronger and more durable materials.
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Support
Our sales, engineering and technical support teams are committed to providing the highest level of customer service. Mecmesin provide application and technical support for all of our products.
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Case study
Train door closing pinch force tester
Requirement
South West Trains required a system to measure the closing force (pinch) of their external flush fitting train doors.
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Case study
Box-forming and edge crush strength of cartons
Customised engineering example
The Box Crush Test (BCT) is commonly used to assess the effect of applying an axial top-load force upon the flat sides of carton boxes to simulate stacking them in a warehouse or during transportation.
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Case study
Flat Quick-connect Termination
Requirement
A test system was needed to meet the requirements of test standard BS5057.