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Importance of ergonomic strength testing
Ergonomic strength testing is essential for ensuring that human performance matches task requirements. This alignment reduces the risk of musculoskeletal injuries and improves long-term health outcomes.
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ASTM D5034-09
This test method covers the grab and modified grab test procedures for determining the breaking strength and elongation of most textile fabrics. Provisions are made for wet testing.
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FINAT FTM 9
This test method describes a means of assessing probably the most important and yet the hardest to measure property of pressure sensitive materials, the tack.
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BS ISO 11193-1
ISO 11193-1:2008 specifies requirements for packaged sterile, or bulked non-sterile, rubber gloves intended for use in medical examinations and diagnostic or therapeutic procedures to protect the patient and the user from cross-contamination.
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Torque testing standards
A range of recognised standards define the correct procedures for reverse ratchet torque testing, ensuring consistent and reliable results.
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ASTM F2458-05
This test method covers a means for comparison of wound closure strength of tissue adhesives used to help secure the apposition of soft tissue.
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Introduction to fabric testing
Fabric testing plays a critical role in quality assurance, helping manufacturers assess the mechanical, physical, and chemical properties of textile materials.
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ASTM D6175-03
5.1 This test method is intended to provide information on the ability of an extruded catalyst to retain physical integrity during use.
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Understanding compressive and tensile forces
Insertion and withdrawal testing focuses on two key force measurements:
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ASTM D1578
Significance and Use
Test Method D1578 for testing any spun yarn for breaking strength is considered satisfactory for acceptance testing of commercial shipments since the method has been used extensively in the trade.
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ISO 2493-1
Specifies procedures, based on the two-point loading principle, for determining the bending resistance of paper and board.
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Introduction to double rip tongue tear testing
Double rip tongue tear testing is a recognised method for assessing the tear resistance of flexible materials including co
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ASTM D6112-18
ASTM D6112 cover the determination of the creep and creep-rupture properties of plastic lumber and shapes, when loaded in compression or flexure under specified environmental conditions. Test specimens in the “as-manufactured” form are employed.
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Mecmesin equipment for 90-degree peel testing
Mecmesin provides a range of test systems designed for peel and adhesion applications:
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MIL 22520-G
This specification covers the general requirements for crimping tools, accessories and inspection gages used for connecting removable contacts (such as; signal, power, coaxial, shielded, thermocouple, and filter pin contacts) coaxial connectors, shielde
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Sharps puncture tester
OmniTest 2.5
BD001
A tester designed for key international standards such as ASTM F2132, BS 7320, and BS 23907 that specify the test procedures for puncture resistance of medical sharps containers.
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Test Frame
MultiTest test frame (single column)
MultiTest test frame
A ballscrew-driven motorised test frame designed to apply tension and compression from 2 N right up to a capacity of 5 kN (1100 lbf).Its versatile construction makes it perfectly suited for testing all kinds of components in a quality…
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ASTM F1839-08
This specification covers rigid polyurethane foam blocks or sheets recommended for use as a standard material for mechanical testing using orthopedic devices and instruments.
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ISO 1805
ISO 1805 specifies a method of testing the breaking force and knot breaking force of netting yarns for fishing nets.
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Introduction to pull-off and pull-out testing
Pull-off and pull-out testing are widely used to measure the strength, durability, and reliability of materials, adhesives, coatings, and mechanical fixings.
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Key properties measured in tensile testing
While ultimate tensile strength is the headline result, tensile testing also measures:
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ISO 13445
Specifies a method for the determination of the shear strength of adhesives used to bond materials with elastic moduli higher than the elastic modulus of the adhesive.
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EN 22872
EN 22872 specifies two methods for testing complete, filled transport packages for compression resistance.
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Take control of your torque testing
Torque testing is a way of determining how an object will react when it is being turned - during normal operation or being twisted until it deliberately fails or breaks.
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Standards for tear resistance testing
While the core principle of wing tear testing remains the same, each standard specifies unique specimen shapes, notch sizes and test speeds. Adhering to these requirements ensures results are valid and comparable.