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Giugno 3, 2022
I Hope This Tree Isn’t Afraid of Needles!
In Volume 3 of Tales from the Apps Lab, we take a look at a unique application involving injecting medicine into trees.
Maggio 27, 2022
Heat Deflection Temperature and Vicat Softening Temperature Testing
Heat deflection temperature (HDT) and Vicat softening temperature testing is critical to determining the quality and performance of polymers. As automotive components become increasingly lighter, there is a growing demand for high-performance polymers, which must undergo a thorough HDT and Vicat apparatus test process. Laboratories are under pressure to increase their throughput and deliver repeatable results while keeping lab technicians safe. Here’s how the latest HDT Vicat tester technology can help.
Maggio 23, 2022
Definitive Guide to Syringe Testing per ISO 11040 & ISO 7886
Watch this video to learn about key metrics to assess syringe performance, the most common testing standards, and fixturing for testing various syring
Maggio 4, 2022
Drop Weight Impact Test: Top Tips for Accurate Results
Drop weight impact test calculations measure the toughness of polymers and composites used in many automotive and aerospace applications. Ensuring that these calculations are as accurate as possible is critical.
Aprile 18, 2022
Consigli per l’allineamento dell’estensimetro AutoX750
Cinque semplici passaggi per ottenere il corretto allineamento dell'estensimetro a contatto automatico AutoX750.
Aprile 5, 2022
Why is Pendulum Impact Testing Important in Research
Charpy and Izod impact tests play a vital role in the plastic chain, especially in raw material supply and recycling applications. The impact strength is one of the most crucial properties for polymer-based materials and it is commonly seen on materials data sheets. Knowing the impact strength of plastics allows manufacturers to classify the materials for specific purposes.
Aprile 4, 2022
How to Perform a CAI Test More Accurately and Safely
A CAI test (compression after impact test) is critical to assessing the damage resistance of composites according to ASTM D7136 and other industry standards. Here we look at how the latest drop weight impact testing machine technology can help you perform a CAI test more accurately and safely.
Marzo 15, 2022
Using a 3-Jaw Chuck for Materials Testing
In this video Instron Applications Engineer, Charlie Pryor, discusses how a 3-jaw chuck is a useful accessory to have in the lab for compression, tensile, torsion, rigidity, and tack testing applications. Compatible with Instron MT torsion testers, universal testing machines, and the torsion add-on, the 3-jaw chuck can be used to mount a variety of attachments, including probes, screwdriver bits, custom-made adapters, and can even be used to clamp directly onto specimens.
Marzo 11, 2022
How to measure the Melt Flow Index of recycled and biodegradable plastics
Learn how modern melt flow index testers address the challenges of measuring recycled and biodegradable plastics - ensuring accurate quality assessment amid evolving material demands.