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Benefits of accurate bursting strength measurement
Reliable burst strength testing delivers several tangible benefits:
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Key standards in compressive deformation testing
Compliance with recognised standards ensures that results are accurate, repeatable, and accepted by regulatory bodies. Examples include:
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Interpreting test results
Peel strength is typically reported in newtons per metre (N/m) or per 25 mm of bond width (N/25mm), depending on the industry standard. From the force-displacement graph, the following characteristics are analysed:
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Industry applications
Medical devices - Sterile packaging and protective barriers must resist both penetration and puncture to maintain sterility and patient safety.
Construction - Roofing membranes, concrete, and floor unde
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Testing methods for different materials
Rubber and elastomers
Rubber and elastomers are valued for their flexibility and resilience.
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Mecmesin solutions for compressive hardness testing
Mecmesin designs and supplies precision testing systems for compressive hardness applications across industries.
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Mecmesin’s expertise in fabric testing
Standards-compliant systems
Our OmniTest and MultiTest-dV machines, paired with
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Versatility
The Vortex torque tester has been designed for versatility. Its standard configuration is rated to 10 N.m (90 lbf.in) with space to accept specimens up to 275mm wide.
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Introduction to compressive strength testing
Compressive strength testing is essential for evaluating the ability of materials to withstand axial loads, which are forces that push or pull them.
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ISO 34-2 standards explained
ISO 34-2 specifies the Delft tear test procedure for vulcanised or thermoplastic rubber, ensuring testing is carried out under consisten
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Yield point testing methods
Yield point testing is most often performed using tensile testing, in which a specimen is subjected to a steadily increasing axial load until plastic deformation occurs.
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Challenges and considerations
Even with well-defined standards, tear resistance testing can be influenced by:
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Why choose Mecmesin for edge crush testing
Standards-compliant precision testing
Mecmesin’s ECT solutions meet the requirements of both TAPPI T 811 and ISO 3037.
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Benefits of regular ergonomic testing
Routine testing offers measurable benefits for employers, healthcare providers, and safety professionals:
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Introduction to tangent modulus
In materials science and engineering, understanding how materials respond to stress is essential for ensuring safety, performance, and longevity. One key parameter used to characterise this behaviour is the tangent modulus.
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Understanding ASTM D2718 standards
The ASTM D2718 standard sets out the procedures for conducting planar shear tests on structural panels using the
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Electronic components and assemblies
Electrical assemblies rely on a collection of electrical components that have been connected together on a PCB or other surface to perform a specific function.
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How to Calculate UTS
This gives a value in N/mm² or MPa. During a tensile test, the material is pulled until it breaks. The highest recorded force, divided by the original cross-sectional area, gives the UTS. This value is the peak on a stress-strain curve.
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Mecmesin equipment for torque to turn testing
Mecmesin offers a range of precision torque test systems, including the OmniTest and
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Speak to an expert
Discuss your requirements with a Mecmesin specialist to identify the right tension testing solution for your product and process.
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Expert support when you need it
Need more hands-on help? Our technical support team is here for you - remotely or onsite - delivered directly or in partnership with our global network of expert distributors.
We offer:
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We're here to help you
Our team of technical engineers, along with our global network of expert partners, will help you get started and show you how to configure routines to your exact testing requirements.
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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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Comparative analysis of testing standards
Different standards address specific materials and applications: