Testing the lipstick pull test’s break and texture on containers, compacts, and soap dispensers is just some force testing the TCM Series can complete for the cosmetics industry. In addition, the TCM Series force testers are cost-effective, motorized testers built… Read More
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Testing Peanut Butter in the Manufacturing Industry
In the previous years, the food and beverage industry has been bombarded with food-borne illnesses and recalls, impacting brand reputation and revenues. In some cases, manufacturers knowingly released contaminated products utilized by other manufacturers in their production. So, the concern… Read More
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Quality Testing for Packaging
Quality testing for packaging requires a versatile materials testing system because of the different requirements applicable to the various materials. Some prevalent test types within packaging testing are tensile strength, tearing strength, friction, compression, peel, and puncture. Let’s learn more… Read More
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Pull Testing for Wire
Pull testing for wire refers to an upward force under wires and pulling the wire away from the substrate or die. The purpose of pull testing for wire is to measure bond strength, analyze bond failure modalities, or comply with… Read More
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The Scale People: What is a Force Gauge?
What is a force gauge? Force gauges are measuring tools that measure the magnitude of the force on an object during a test or operation. Various industries use them for test and quality control purposes, including manufacturing. The most common… Read More
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How to Prepare for On-Site Calibration
Pipettes keep your laboratory moving. While a procedure can utilize multiple types of lab equipment, the majority are without a pipette. So, most labs prefer not to send their pipettes away for calibration due to their need for productivity. This… Read More
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The Importance of Daily Weight Checks Using Test Weights
You must have suitable scales if you want accurate weight measurements of laboratory samples. For instance, you may use an analytical balance to weigh the lab samples correctly. The precision and accuracy of the results depend on the weighing system’s… Read More
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What is the Difference Between OIML and ASTM Test Weights?
Calibration weights are the most vital part of any laboratory. Its significance is to ensure that lab balances are given accurate results. Calibration weights are also assigned a class based on the weight’s accuracy or tolerance. The various sets of… Read More
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Test Weight & Class Guide Selection of ASTM, OIML, & NIST
Calibration weights are standard in most labs as they ensure that lab balances provide you with accurate readings. However, they are not all the same. Higher weight classes should be used for quality or laboratory equipment depending on the balance’s… Read More
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Food Safety Requirements for Weighing in Food Manufacturing Environments
How do the BRCGS Global Food Safety Standard (BRC) and the Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program work within Food & Beverage Manufacturing? They are both regulatory bodies of the industry in which they are involved in the weighing systems such… Read More