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Tensile, Puncture, and Peel Testing of Lithium-Ion Batteries

In this article, we will take a look at the solutions ideal for tensile, puncture, and peel testing of lithium-ion batteries.
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Three Important Considerations Before You Buy a Materials Tester

There are some basic criteria that users should keep in mind when making a material tester purchasing decision. Find the three most important considerations you should make before you buy in this article.
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When Materials Testing Needs to Adhere to FDA 21 CFR Part 11

Many materials testing machine suppliers claim that their software or machine solutions adhere to FDA 21 CFR Part 11, but does it really or is it just a play with words?
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Which Grip Should You Choose for Your Force Testing

Variations and inaccuracies in force test measurements can be minimized by ensuring the proper grips and fixtures are being used. Find out which grip type you should choose in this article.
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Solutions for Force Testing under 5kN

Learn about the different force testing solutions available on the market and how to choose the right solution based on price and accessories available.
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The Importance of Intrinsic Viscosity Measurement

Learn about intrinsic viscosity (IV) measurement methods, uses of PET, resin processors, final product testing, recycling and the intrinsic viscosity measurement instruments.
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What is Material Testing

Learn about different types of material testing equipment and what you can use them for.
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A Users Guide to Video Extensometers

Learn about the different types of extensometers, principle of operation, application range, features, capabilities and real world performance in this article about video extensometers.
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Measuring Uncertainty - Force Testing Made Easy

Uncertainty is among the many variables that need to be considered when performing force testing. Uncertainty results from a combination of factors, including errors that may affect the outcome of tests. And, while many errors may be cumulative, as long as the variables are predictable, the test measurements should still be correct.
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Is Force Measurement Evolving into Materials Testing

In the past, force measurement generally meant obtaining a peak load measurement on a product, part or material to verify or validate that the product or part could exceed or withstand a specified load. Force measurement was generally accepted as a fairly innocuous test performed in the lab or on the production floor.
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How to Test Packaging

Packaging comes in many shapes and sizes and it can be tricky to test.
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What to Consider When Buying a Material Tester

Here are the five key factors that you should consider before buying a material tester.
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What is Food Texture and How is it Measured

Learn about food texture analysis instruments, typical test types and software control.
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What is the Difference Between a Material Tester and a Force Tester

Learn about the differences between material testers and force testers.
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Why You Should Calibrate Your Materials Tester

Learn why calibration of your materials tester is important, how often it should be calibrated, who can calibrate our materials tester and the price of a calibration.
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Hardness Testing Basics

Learn about considerations, sample sizes, sample thickness, scales and hardness testing methods in this article about the hardness testing basics.
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