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ASTM D6484 / D6484M - 14
ASTM D6484 is a test method that determines the open-hole compressive strength of multidirectional polymer matrix composite laminates reinforced by high-modulus fibers.
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Wine & Spirits Capping: Cork Pull & Twist Caps
Wine packaging has a great influence on the quality of the product delivered to the customer.
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ASTM D4027-98
This test method describes equipment and procedures to measure the shear modulus and shear strength of adhesive layers between rigid adherends.
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ASTM F2256-05
This test method is intended to provide a means for comparison of the adhesive strengths of tissue adhesives intended for use as surgical adhesives or sealants, or both, on soft tissue.
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ISO 1798
ISO 1798 specifies a method for determining the strength and deformation properties of flexible cellular materials when a test piece is extended at a constant rate until it breaks.
This test standard is equivalent to BS EN ISO 1798:2008
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ASTM D1708
ASTM D1708 is used to determine the tensile and elongation properties of small plastic microtensile specimens. These plastic specimens can be of any thickness up to 3.2 mm (1/8 in), including thin films. This test method does not require the use of an
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ASTM D3826
ASTM D3826 is a tensile test method, which covers a degradation-end point, or a brittle point) for degradable polyethylene/polypropylene films and sheeting less than 1.0 mm thick.
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ISO 8113
ISO 8113 specifies a method for determination of the resistance of glass containers to external force in the direction of the vertical axis.
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Case study
Motorcycle switchgear actuation forces
Requirement
A leading German motorcycle manufacturer wanted to perform a series of tests to evaluate the actuation forces on its handlebar-mounted controls.
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BS EN 60794-1-21:2015+A1
This part of IEC 60794 applies to optical fibre cables for use with telecommunication equipment and devices employing similar techniques, and to cables having a combination of both optical fibres and electrical conductors.
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Case study
90 degree peel test filter paper
Customised engineering example
Floating roller peel jigs are regularly used for testing laminates where the backing sheet is rigid and the facing sheet is flexible (e.g. security cards)
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Live Demonstration: Face mask strength testing & Syringe plunger breakaway force testing
Medical device testing ensures patient safety, regulatory compliance, performance, quality, usability, claims examination, and post-market safety.
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BS EN 12209
BS EN 12209:2016 specifies requirements and test methods for the durability, strength, security, and function of mechanically operated locks and latches and their locking plates for use in doors, window doors and entrance doors in buildings.
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Case study
Stabilised spring testing
Customised engineering example
Our client needed to test a number of small, lightweight springs under compression. To avoid buckling and sideways movement of the springs, a supporting spindle or guide-rod was required.
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BS EN 12316-1
Waterproof materials, Sheet materials, Flexible materials, Peel resistance, Peeling tests, Joints, Bitumens, Bituminous products, Roof coverings, Test equipment, Specimen preparation
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Case study
Automotive steering components
Customised engineering example
Sometimes the dimensions of a component make force testing difficult to perform. Our client needed to test the sliding force of a bearing along the complete length of an automotive steering rack.
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Equipment and procedures
A flat crush tester comprises two smooth, parallel platens, one fixed and one moving under controlled load application. The conditioned specimen is placed between the platens with flutes oriented vertically.
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BS EN 520
Plasterboard, Gypsum plaster, Boards, Wall linings, Construction systems parts, Performance, Strength of materials, Fire resistance, Sound insulation, Water vapour, Permeability, Thermal resistance, Performance testing, Dimensional measurement, Physical
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Case study
Pump dispenser bottle operation
Customised engineering example
As a method to dispense liquids and sprays propellants, such as pressurised gas, are avoided for many reasons. Dispensers with manual spring-loaded pumps are often used in their place.
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ASTM C273/C273M
This test method is used to determine core shear properties of a sandwich construction material using loading plates bonded to the outer surfaces or skins (facesheets).
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BS EN ISO 3386
BS EN ISO 3386-1 specifies a method for the determination of the compression stress/strain characteristic of low-density flexible cellular materials up to 250 kg/m3.
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ISO 9187-1
ISO 9187-1:2010 specifies materials, dimensions, capacities, performance and packaging requirements for three forms of glass ampoule (forms B, C and D) for injectable pharmaceutical products.
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Loop tack test procedure
Sample preparation
Cut adhesive strips to the required length and width stated in the chosen standard. Condition the samples at the specified temperature and humidity before testing.
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ASTM D3575
ASTM D3575 covers a number of tests for determining properties of polyethylene foams including compressive strength.
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Coefficient of Friction (COF) Testing
Coefficient of Friction (COF) testing measures the static and kinetic friction values to help determine the quality of the final product.