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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.
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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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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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Challenges and considerations
Even with well-defined standards, tear resistance testing can be influenced by:
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ECT vs BCT
While ECT measures the compressive strength of the board material, the box compression test (BCT) measures the strength
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Frequently asked questions
How do I select the right fixture for my material?
Fixture selection depends on specimen dimensions, material type, and the relevant standard.
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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:
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What is the trapezoidal tear test?
The trapezoidal tear test is a mechanical method used to determine the tear strength of flexible sheet materials.
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Why choose Mecmesin for peel wheel testing
Mecmesin provides standards-compliant, precision-engineered solutions for peel wheel testing across diverse materials and industries.
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Key standards in material testing
Accurate and comparable elongation and recovery data relies on testing in accordance with internationally recognised standards. These define specimen preparation, test speeds, measurement methods, and calculation processes.
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Furniture and soft furnishings
Furniture is manufactured using different kind of wood materials typically from particle board, fiberboard and plywood. Pieces are assembled and joined using glues, adhesive bonds,fixing dowels and fastenings.
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How is torque to turn testing performed?
Torque to turn testing typically involves mounting the test specimen in a secure fixture, aligning the axis of rotation, and applying torque until the component begins to move.
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Secant modulus compared to other moduli
Different moduli are used to describe the stiffness of materials, each calculated at different points on the stress-strain curve:
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Common challenges in packaging testing
Real-world conditions can introduce challenges to test accuracy. These include:
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Standards for flexural testing
Consistency in flexural strength testing is achieved through compliance with recognised standards, which define specimen dimensions, loading rates, and reporting requirements.
Key standards include:
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What is a three-point bend test?
A three-point bend test is a widely used method for determining the flexural properties of materials. It involves applying a load at the midpoint of a specimen supported at two points, creating a bending force.
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Compression testing and its applications
Compression testing measures how a material behaves when subjected to forces that reduce its size.
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Equipment and tools for pull-off and pull-out testing
Accurate and repeatable testing depends on precision equipment and well-designed fixtures. Key components include:
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What is texture testing?
Texture testing is the instrumental measurement of a product’s physical response to an applied force.
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Why choose Mecmesin for test calculations and automation
Proven expertise in force and torque testing
Mecmesin has decades of experience in precision mechanical testing.
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Standards for texture compression testing
ISO 16305 - Butter firmness
Specifies a method for determining butter firmness under controlled conditions.
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Speak to an expert
Compression testing is critical for ensuring product strength, durability and compliance.
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Understanding yield point in material testing
Yield point analysis is used across multiple industries to ensure materials meet strict performance criteria:
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Methods and applications
Common test methods
Most single lap shear tests are carried out under tensile loading, but the method can vary depending on material type, bond configuration and industry require