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Sensor
Sensors - Universal Testers (ELS)
Sensors
The OmniTest universal testers use Mecmesin's range of high-resolution precision Enhanced Load Sensors (ELS) to record tensile and compressive loads.
ELSA precision loadcell connects directly to an OmniTest or MultiTest-dV stand and communicates…
302
Case study
The effect of washing on textile elasticity
Requirement
Durham University is a world top 100 institution and the first ever to establish overseas campuses.
304
Case study
Peel strength of foam band on PPE face visors
Requirement
Face Shields (also known as Face Visors) are a vital PPE tool being used by front-line workers in the healthcare sector to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
305
Accessory
Event-input cable for "switch-testing" on NEW(2011 - present) MultiTest/Vortex/Helixa-i and 'xt' stands
351-080
Event-Input Cable comprising 25-pin connector to split-connection fitted with a pair of 'crocodile clips'.
Allows a switch to be tested and the force/displacement/time to be identified when the switch closes or opens.
For use with the 'i' and 'xt'…
306
Product
Touchscreen force and torque indicator
VFTI
850-610
A powerful and versatile touchscreen display unit for use with Mecmesin's 'Smart' range of interchangeable force and torque sensors. Ideal for testing where high accuracy and flexibility are key requirements.
The VFTI , powered by Vector OS, instantly…
307
Case study
Adjustable spectacles torque test
Customised engineering example
Adlens manufacture adaptive spectacle lenses, where the optical power is adjusted by a side dial which is then removed.
308
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)
309
Event
Materials Testing: Theory and Practice Pt. 1 & 2
Materials testing is often the last step in the manufacturing process. Yet, quality is the result of both the process and the material. If the material that goes into the product is inadequate or defective, then the product may be deficient or faulty.
310
Event
Needle Sharpness & Puncture Resistance Testing
Hypodermic needles are tested to determine how their design influences the ease of insertion into the skin in order to prevent patient pain and skin trauma.
311
Event
Needle Sharpness & Puncture Resistance Testing
Hypodermic needles are tested to determine how their design influences the ease of insertion into the skin in order to prevent patient pain and skin trauma.
312
Case study
Peel testing vacuum-formed containers
Customised engineering example
Semi-rigid thermoformed packaging, sealed by film or foil, is commonly tested by the '45-degree peel method'. This best represents how a person would open the package.
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[Page extract]
ASTM D2646
These test methods may be used for acceptance testing of commercial shipments; however, caution is advised because information about between interlaboratory precision is incomplete. Comparative tests as directed in 5.1.1 may be advisable.
314
Case study
Hypodermic needle sharpness testing
Customised engineering example
Hypodermic needles are tested to determine how their design influences the ease of insertion into the skin, patient pain and skin trauma.
315
Case study
Industrial fluid container dispensing cap application and removal force
Requirement
A system was required to measure the push-on force and removal force of an injection-moulded cap from a new design of oil can.
316
Event
Packaging: Peel & Adhesion testing
Adhesion strength is a key factor in packaging, providing reliability and durability for a wide range of products.
Whether it's ensuring that a shipping box remains sealed during transit or that labels stay firmly attached to containers, the a
317
Case study
Cosmetics brush pull-out testing
Customised engineering example
Our client is a major cosmetics company using a variety of brushes, make-up wand and applicator designs for all applications and wished to tensile test the integrity of the bristles.
318
[Page extract]
Universal testing machines
To assess the quality of a finished product or component, it is often necessary to conduct multiple force tests.
319
Event
Mechanical Performance Testing of Medical Devices Webinar
A hands-on Force and Torque how-to demonstration event.
320
Case study
Screw torque of pump dispensers
Requirement
Pfeiffer, based in Germany, are a leading manufacturer of atomisers and dosing systems for the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries.
321
Event
Medical Device Testing: Torque testing of Child Resistant Closures (CRC) with 21 CFR Part 11 compliance
Torque testing of Child Resistant Closures (CRC) with 21 CFR Part 11 compliance
322
Test Frame
MultiTest-dV test frame
MultiTest-dV test frame
A ballscrew-driven motorised test frame designed to apply tension and compression from 2 N right up to a capacity of 2.5 kN (550 lbf).Its versatile construction makes it perfectly suited for testing all kinds of components in a…
323
Accessory
Puncture Test Fixture to EN ISO 14477, 500N, QC-20 fitting
MecS511
This EN ISO 14477 Puncture Test Fixture is for testing resistance strength in flexible packaging materials.
The specimen is clamped in the lower specimen holder, which is connected to the base plate of the test stand via a QC-20 female hole.
An upper '…
324
Accessory
Cable tie break fixture for CrimpTest-1 kN
432-653
Cable-tie Break Fixture for CrimpTest-1
The Cable-tie Break Fixture comprises 2 split halves each having semi-circular stepped bollards for testing the tensile strength of cable-ties. There are 3 steps of 10 mm height steps to accommodate various length…
325
Accessory
Automated Syringe Batch Tester
PDV19179
The Automated Syringe Batch tester is a bench-top system for checking the ‘break-loose’ and ‘glide force’ of up to 12 individual syringes in one ‘load-and-run’ cycle. In the face of increased demand on production of syringes, this system enables larger…