Search results
276
[Page extract]
Understanding test standards: industry-specific requirements
To maintain consistency and reliability, compressive strength tests are often governed by established standards.
277
[Page extract]
Mecmesin equipment for four-point bend testing
Mecmesin supplies a comprehensive range of systems for four-point bend testing, covering both laboratory and industrial requirements.
278
[Page extract]
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.
279
[Page extract]
Speak to an expert
Compressibility and recovery testing is essential for verifying material performance in sealing, cushioning, and structural applications.
280
[Page extract]
Applications of compressive shear testing
Compressive shear testing is applied across multiple industries where materials must withstand shear stresses while compressed.
281
[Page extract]
Speak to an expert
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.
282
[Page extract]
Maintenance and calibration of tear testers
To maintain accuracy and extend service life, regular maintenance and calibration are essential.
283
[Page extract]
Benefits of adhering to testing standards
Following recognised standards delivers measurable benefits:
284
[Page extract]
Why is the 90-degree peel test important?
Adhesion is fundamental in industries such as packaging, automotive, constructi
285
[Page extract]
Key methods of penetration resistance testing
Penetration resistance measures a material’s ability to resist intrusion by a probe or object under applied force without tearing, cracking, or losing functional integrity.
Applications include:
286
[Page extract]
Equipment and tools used in testing
Accurate elongation and recovery testing requires tensile testing machines capable of precise load application and displacement measurement. Important features include:
287
[Page extract]
Physiology
We exert force and torque with our muscles in almost all our everyday activities.
288
[Page extract]
Key methods for compressive strength testing
Several methods are used to determine the compressive strength of materials, and the appropriate test depends on the material and the specific industry requirements.
289
[Page extract]
Applications in advanced ceramics and composites
Four-point bend testing is the preferred approach for assessing the flexural strength of advanced ceramics<
290
[Page extract]
Why Mecmesin for closure torque testing
Precision torque measurement systems
Mecmesin offers high-resolution torque testers such as the OmniTest and
291
[Page extract]
Mecmesin solutions for compressive modulus testing
Mecmesin provides precision compression testing systems for accurate modulus determination across a wide range of materials and load capacities.
292
[Page extract]
Mecmesin solutions for five-point bend testing
Mecmesin provides precision testing systems fully compatible with ASTM D2718, offering accurate and repeatable results for planar shear evaluat
293
[Page extract]
Why choose Mecmesin for needle penetration testing
Standards-ready testing equipment
Mecmesin systems meet the requirements of ASTM F2878, ISO 7864, and ASTM F2132.
294
[Page extract]
Why choose Mecmesin for shear testing in tension
Mecmesin provides precision-engineered solutions for shear testing in tension, designed to meet ASTM, ISO, and
295
[Page extract]
Why is 180 degree peel testing important
Peel adhesion is critical to the performance and safety of many products.
296
[Page extract]
Case studies and examples
In timber engineering, laminated beam testing revealed that one adhesive consistently produced substrate failures, showing a stronger bond than the timber itself.
297
[Page extract]
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.
298
[Page extract]
What we do
From easy-to-use, hand-held force and torque gauges to software-controlled tensile testers and torque systems, we have the solution for your tension, compression and torque testing requirements.
299
[Page extract]
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