Force testing

Our new range of bench-top universal testing machines (UTMs), available in 10 kN, 25 kN, and 50 kN models, is designed for precise tensile and compression testing of materials, products, and components. Driven by the intuitive VectorPro™ software, these versatile systems offer flexibility for various testing applications across industries. The twin-column OmniTest is perfect for testing stiff materials and larger specimens requiring higher loads, as well as for low-force, long-elongation tests, ensuring comprehensive quality assurance and reliability in every test.

Our new range of bench-top universal testing machines (UTMs), available in 10 kN, 25 kN, and 50 kN models, is designed for precise tensile and compression testing of materials, products, and components. Driven by the intuitive VectorPro™ software and touchscreen console, these versatile systems offer flexibility for various testing applications across industries. The twin-column OmniTest is perfect for testing stiff materials and larger specimens requiring higher loads, as well as for low-force, long-elongation tests, ensuring comprehensive quality assurance and reliability in every test.

Our new bench-top universal testing machines (UTMs), including the 5 kN and 7.5 kN single-column models, are designed for precise tensile and compression testing of materials, products, and components. These compact UTMs, powered by the intuitive VectorPro™ software, deliver powerful performance in a small footprint, ideal for labs where space is at a premium. With mid-range load capacities, they offer an economical alternative to larger twin-column testers, making them perfect for diverse testing applications across industries.

Our new bench-top universal testing machines (UTMs), including the 5 kN and 7.5 kN single-column models, are designed for precise tensile and compression testing of materials, products, and components. These compact UTMs, powered by the intuitive VectorPro™ software and touchscreen console, deliver powerful performance in a small footprint, ideal for labs where space is at a premium. With mid-range load capacities, they offer an economical alternative to larger twin-column testers, making them perfect for diverse testing applications across industries.

Our compact bench-top universal testing machines (UTMs), available in 0.5 kN, 1 kN, and 2.5 kN single-column models, are ideal for tensile and compression testing of various materials, products, and components. Powered by the intuitive VectorPro™ software, these portable UTMs (weighing under 30kg) offer powerful performance in minimal bench space. The 2.5 kN model is a versatile general-purpose tester, while the 0.5 kN and 1 kN models, with extended column lengths, are perfect for long-elongation, low-force testing applications across multiple industries.

Our compact bench-top universal testing machines (UTMs), available in 0.5 kN, 1 kN, and 2.5 kN single-column models, are ideal for tensile and compression testing of various materials, products, and components. Powered by the intuitive VectorPro™ software and touchscreen console, these portable UTMs (weighing under 30kg) offer powerful performance in minimal bench space. The 2.5 kN model is a versatile general-purpose tester, while the 0.5 kN and 1 kN models, with extended column lengths, are perfect for long-elongation, low-force testing applications across multiple industries.

The MultiTest-dV range integrates perfectly with our VFG Touchscreen Force Gauge, making it a popular configuration for standalone applications that require the capture of a peak load value.

Expand its capabilities by connecting to VectorPro Lite software for presenting data graphically and performing calculations to see test results.

The MultiTest-dV range 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 in the QC lab and gives it the power necessary for more in-depth analysis of material properties in the R&D laboratory.

Introducing the VFG, the most advanced touchscreen force gauge, powered by Vector OS.

A handheld instrument built for tough environments to deliver accuracy and reliability. Designed for tensile and compressive testing in the field or as part of a testing system for use in Production, QC and R&D labs.

The Advanced Force Gauge (AFG) is a highly versatile, fully-featured digital instrument from Mecmesin.

Accurate to an outstanding ±0.1% f.s. with models from 2.5 to 2500 N, it is ideal for mounting to a test stand or use as a hand-held device.

Full of useful features to help you solve almost any tension and compression measurement problem.

The Basic Force Gauge (BFG) is the core digital instrument for tension and compression measurement from Mecmesin, covering load ranges from 10 to 2500 N.

A portable, affordable and easy-to-use force measurement solution with ‘live’ load display and ultimate peak hold capture.

The Compact Force Gauge (CFG+) is the entry-level, low-cost digital force gauge from Mecmesin.

It is suitable for elementary tension and compression tests ranging from 50 to 500 N.

This lightweight, pocket-sized digital alternative to mechanical force gauges is ideal for non-critical applications that require peak measurements.

The VFG Shotcrete Penetrometer is Mecmesin's specialised test kit designed for use in testing sprayed or poured concrete during the first few hours of development. It meets the requirement principle of the industry standard EN 14488-2 Method A: Penetration needle to measure penetration resistance force

Featuring a touchscreen display showing readings in N, it allows batch testing with each result being automatically converted into MPa according to the size of the aggregate being tested. Converted MPa readings are displayed as a table on the VFG Shotcrete Penetrometer for immediate review.

The AFG Shotcrete Penetrometer is Mecmesin's specialised test kit designed for use in testing sprayed or poured concrete during the first few hours of development. It meets the requirement principle of the industry standard EN 14488-2 Method A: Penetration needle to measure penetration resistance force

It features a membrane keypad and LCD display with readings in N or daN. Readings can be stored to memory and later exported to a PC for spreadsheet analysis to perform the conversion into MPa as required by EN 14488-2.

The Vector Manual Handling Kits incorporate the latest in touchscreen technology to measure push, pull and twisting efforts. The reversible display allows operators to comfortably read the display when testing in compression. Used to evaluate all manual handling forces or torques they are available in 1000 N and 2500 N capacities and are delivered together with VectorPro Lite software for plotting curves and generating reports..

The complete kit includes software plus a gripping cradle and the essential accessories to connect the VFG gauge to the object being handled in order to accurately measure the load applied. It can also be connected to external 'Smart' torque and force sensors to measure more specific physiological activities.

The Advanced Manual Handling Kits measure push, pull and twisting efforts in order to evaluate the ergonomic impact of any type of manual handling forces or torques. 1000 N and 2500  versions are available.

The complete kit includes a gripping cradle and the essential accessories to connect the AFG gauge to the object being handled in order to measure the loading accurately. It can also recognise data from optional sensors to measure more specific physiological activities.

The Basic Manual Handling Kit measures push and pull efforts to enable the ergonomic evaluation manual handling forces up to 2500 N.

The complete kit includes a gripping cradle and the essential accessories to connect the BFG gauge to the object being handled in order to measure the loading accurately.

The MDD is a precision, manually-operated test stand featuring a leadscrew and reinforced crosshead, whose movement is controlled by a handwheel.

Portable and can be bench-mounted for use in a vertical or horizontal position. Fit a digital height scale to measure crosshead movement.

Combine with any Mecmesin digital force gauge to measure tension and compression up to 1000 N.

The LCP/S is a precision, manually-operated test stand featuring a rack-and-pinion with reinforced crosshead, whose movement is controlled by a lever.

Compact, portable and can be bench-mounted for use in a vertical position. Fit a digital height scale to measure crosshead movement.

Combine with any Mecmesin digital force gauge to measure tension and compression up to 500 N.

The ValuTest-D is a simple, manually-operated test stand featuring a basic leadscrew and moving crosshead controlled by a handwheel.

Bench-mounted for use in a vertical position. Not recommended for applications requiring precise measurement of crosshead movement.

Combine with any Mecmesin digital force gauge to measure tension and compression up to 1000 N.

The ValuTest-L is a simple, manually-operated test stand featuring a basic rack-and-pinion with reinforced crosshead, whose movement is controlled by a lever.

Can be bench-mounted for use in a vertical position. Not recommended for applications requiring precise measurement of crosshead movement.

Combine with any Mecmesin digital force gauge to measure tension and compression up to 500 N.

A simple solution for basic push and pull tests applied by hand.

Robust mechanical force gauges designed for general tension and compression tests up to 440 N.

Easy-to-use with an analogue dial and needle pointer, to indicate the force applied.

Compact and lightweight, handheld gauges are an entry-level solution for push and pull testing in the field.

Low-cost analogue force gauges are best suited for occasional simple measurement of tension and compression, up to 30 kgf (60 lbf).

Affordable and easy-to-use, mechanical gram gauges offer a quick and easy solution for measuring very low forces between 1 and 1000 grams-force.

Each gram gauge has a needle with slave pointer for simple peak-hold function, making them suitable for very basic tension and compression tests.