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Why choose Mecmesin for tension testing in texture analysis
Mecmesin has decades of experience in precision tension testing for the food and packaging industries.
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Mecmesin solutions for ball burst testing
Mecmesin’s testing systems offer high accuracy, repeatability and adaptability across a broad range of burst testing requirements.
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Case studies in puncture resistance testing
Protective clothing - A glove manufacturer used high-force puncture testing to optimise material layering, achieving compliance with ASTM F1342 and ISO 13996 while maintaining f
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Speak to an Expert
For expert guidance on fastening torque testing, Mecmesin’s technical specialists can help you select the right tester, develop compliant test methods, and optimise fixture design for you
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Common challenges in packaging testing
Real-world conditions can introduce challenges to test accuracy. These include:
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Speak to an expert
Need help selecting the right test method or equipment for your material? Mecmesin specialists are available to advise on setting up effective bulk analysis routines.
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FAQs about compressive strength testing
How is compressive strength different from tensile strength?
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Step-by-step guide to conducting a CMT test
Prepare the specimen - Cut to size with clean edges, ensuring flutes remain undamaged, and condition as per the standard.
Calibrate the equipment - Check the load cell and platen alignment.
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Step-by-step needle penetration testing process
Sample preparation
Specimens are cut to the required dimensions and conditioned to the specified environmental parameters such as temperature and humidity. Thickness and surface finish are controlled for consistency.
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Speak to an expert
Mecmesin offers fully configurable tensile testing systems that comply with leading ASTM and ISO strip method standards.
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Methods of compressive burst testing
Inflationary burst testing
In this method, internal pressure is gradually increased using air, gas, or liquid until the container ruptures. This is widely applied to:
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What is breakaway torque?
Definition and importance
Breakaway torque, also known as slip torque, refers to the rotational force required to initiate movement in a threaded closure, such as a bottle cap or medical connector.
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CETIE Guide 7
This guideline applies to the screw capping of still wines with a metallic closure having a threaded plastic insert and a tamper-evident band which needs to be snapped before it can be opened. The closure is screwed and crimped during capping.
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ASTM D7030-04
This test method covers determining the resistance of an empty paper corrugated shipping container to a vertically applied constant compression load for a specified time.
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Mechanical Performance Testing of Medical Devices Webinar
A hands-on Force and Torque how-to demonstration event.
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BS EN 60352-2
Solderless connectors, Electric connectors, Crimped connectors, Electrical components, Electronic equipment and components, Electrical connections, Communication equipment, Crimping tools, Dimensions, Mechanical crimping, Dimensional measurement, Electr
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ISO 16047
ISO 16047:2005 specifies the conditions for carrying out torque/clamp force tests on threaded fasteners and related parts.
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ASTM D6068-10
This test method covers the determination of the J-integral versus crack growth resistance (J-R) curves for polymeric materials.
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BS 2782-12: 1210A to C
BS 2782-12: Method 1210A to C specifies a test method for testing the longitudinal tensile properties of glass-reinforced thermosetting plastics (GRP) pipes.
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ASTM D3359
These test methods cover procedures for assessing the adhesion of coating films to metallic substrates by applying and removing pressure-sensitive tape over cuts made in the film.
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CETIE Guide 4
This document concerns the crowning process, using crown caps for which the seal is provided by a plastic liner, onto glass finishes adapted to either "pry-off" or "twist crown" applications.
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Pull Force and Break Strength Testing
Whether it is medical tubing, plastic straws, copper wire or zip ties, pull force and break strength testing is critical not only to production quality but also to consumer safety.
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ASTM D5179-16
ASTM D5179 is a test method for determining organic coatings adhesion to a plastic substrate. It can be used to evaluate the adhesion (pull-off strength) of various coating/substrate combinations e.g. paint and varnish.