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Accessory
Pyramid (serrated) jaws for Mec240g U-Form Vice Grip, 5 kN, 30 x 80 mm
Mec240g-BP80
Pyramid Jaws (30mm high x 80mm wide) - nickel-plated having a surface of hardened steel pyramids of 1.2mm tall.
Opening span = see datasheet for various spans according to the grip body selected.
For materials which need a “bite” to secure a good grip…
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Accessory
Pyramid (serrated) jaws for Mec227 Lightweight Vice Grip, 100 N, 10 x 25 mm
Mec227-BP25
Pyramid Jaws (10mm high x 25mm wide) - nickel-plated having a surface of hardened steel pyramids of 1.2mm tall.
Opening span = 0 - 8mm.
For materials which need a “bite” to secure a good grip (e.g. soft metals - aluminium, copper, soft steel, paper and…
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Accessory
Blank (smooth) jaws for Mec240k Medium Vice Grip, 2.5 kN, 30 x 30 mm
Mec240k-B
Blank Jaws (30mm x 30mm) - smooth steel jaw. Allows user to machine or affix own surface (eg. abrasive 'emery' paper).
Opening span = see datasheet for various spans according to the grip body selected.
Supplied as 0.5 set = 2 jaws (left…
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Product
Motorised force tester
MultiTest-dV
810-401
The MultiTest-dV is a versatile and easy to use stand-alone force tester.Ideal for routine quality control in a production or laboratory environment, with three models rated to 0.5 kN, 1 kN and 2.5 kN.
A motorised test stand can be configured with a…
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Event
Brütsch-Rüegger Tools at INNOTEQ 2025
Our trusted distributor, Brütsch-Rüegger Tools, will be exhibiting at INNOTEQ 2025 - the key event for Switzerland’s manufacturing industry.
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Case study
Torque tester for windows and sunroof controls
Requirement
The customer requested a portable system which would quickly and easily allow him to test the torque required to open and close windows in a car.
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Case study
Bullet extraction and seating force testing
Requirement
When making ammunition, the projectile is set into the casing and it is crimped or sealed in place. The "neck" of the cartridge has natural tension but the crimp/sealant does the bulk of the work in keeping the projectile in place.
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Case study
Automotive window winder turning effort
Requirement
The customer requested a portable system which would quickly and easily allow him to test the torque required to open and close windows in a car.
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Product
Digital Elmendorf Tear Tester
ElmaTear
903-305
Digital Elmendorf Tear Tester with TestWise™ software and touch-screen. Supplied with easy to fit pendulum weights suitable for testing woven and non-woven textiles as well as paper, plastic and other sheet materials.
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Case study
Syringe Testing According to ISO 11040-4 Annex F: Needle Penetration and Drag Testing
Explore this comprehensive guide on syringe testing according to ISO 11040-4 Annex F. Learn the step-by-step process of needle penetration and drag testing, the equipment needed, and best practices for accurate results.
261
Product
Touchscreen cap torque tester
VTG Tornado
876-123
The VTG Tornado touchscreen torque tester is portable and rated to IP54 for testing the applied and release torque of a diverse range of products.
Measures up to 10 N.m (90 lbf.in) to capture opening and closing torque of caps/closures intended to be…
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Product
Muscle strength tester
Myometer
850-030
The Mecmesin Myometer is a highly accurate instrument suited to a wide range of muscle strength evaluations and ergonomic testing.
Developed in partnership with medical professionals, this dedicated instrument is able to perform more consistent fixed-…
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Welcome to Mecmesin
Mecmesin design and manufacture force and torque testing machines for evaluating the mechanical strength of components, products and raw materials across a wide range of industries.
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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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Product
Low-force materials tester
MultiTest-dV
810-401
The MultiTest-dV configured with an Enhanced Load Sensor, VectorPro MT software and an optional extensometer, transforms this motorised force tester into a basic materials tester.
This makes the MultiTest-dV the ideal choice for quality assurance checks…
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Top-Load
Top-load testing (also known as 'column-crush' and 'axial force resistance') is performed mainly on blow moulded, thermoformed or injection moulded plastic containers.
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BS 6079-1
BS 6079-1 aims to help people and organizations achieve a desired outcome of a project efficiently and effectively, as well as to contribute to the learning within projects and so continually improve their organization’s project management capability.
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The process of tension testing
Tension testing follows a defined process to ensure accuracy and repeatability:
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Equipment and procedures
SCT testing equipment and tools
Accurate SCT testing requires equipment that can apply controlled and repeatable loads:
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How is a three-point bend test performed?
Test setup and procedure
The test begins with preparing a specimen, often a rectangular bar, from materials such as plastics, composites, wood, or metals.
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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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How is top-load testing performed?
Equipment and setup
The essential equipment for a top-load test includes:
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Accessory
Interface cable, AFG/AFTI (Orbis Mk2/Tornado), 15-pin D socket to USB-A
351-086
Connects the AFG, AFTI (2006 - now), Orbis or Tornado (2008 - now) to the USB port of a PC for data transfer by RS232.
Comprises a 15-pin female D-connector to USB-A connector.
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Accessory
Thin Wire Grip with carrier for inset jaws, 2.5 kN, QC-20 fitting
Mec9
MEC9 Thin Wire Grip
Designed to hold wires or cords when tensile testing up to 2.5 kN.
The specimen is initially wrapped around a bollard and then secured by manually clamping between either blank or diamond-coated jaws. The Mec9 is supplied with the…
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Accessory
Interface cable, CFG+, RS232 Jack plug to 9-pin D-type socket
351-077
Connects the CFG+ to a PC for RS232 data transfer. Comprises 2.5 mm jack plug to 9-pin female D-connector.