Testing and Inspection
Agr International introduces Pilot Vision+ inspection system for PET containers
The system is configured and uniquely positioned to meet the quality management requirements for high-speed PET bottle production, with a special focus on containers with high percentages of rPET Read more
SCITEQ unveils Sigma pressure series at K 2019
The Sigma series is compatible with IoT and Industry 4.0, alongside cloud-based communication and data storage Read more
X-Rite’s new spectrophotometer improves colour evaluation accuracy on metallic and effect finishes
The five-angle colour measurement instrument allows quality controllers to quickly verify and prove product compliance with quantifiable colour measurement data Read more
New James Heal Extensometer stretches to accommodate testing for rubber sector
These developments mean James Heal can supply both 5kN and 10kN Universal Testing Machines fitted with a long stroke contact extensometer, which will be ideal for manufacturers in the vulcanised rubber and thermoplastic elastomers markets Read more
Mecmesin set to showcase OmniTest materials tester and VectorPro MT materials testing software at Advanced Engineering 2019
Designed to meet the diverse needs of both R&D laboratories and quality assurance environments, this new generation of material testers offers enhanced performance and excellent value for money Read more
Wolfram Schmidt
Micro-Epsilon launches new 3D non-contact surface inspection system
surfaceCONTROL is designed for the inspection of diffuse surfaces such as metallic surfaces, plastic surfaces and ceramics. Read more
AMETEK releases new flexible force testing solution
The TCM Series consists of two force testers offering fast and effective force testing up to 1500 N at an affordable price Read more
ISRA releases inline inspection system with application-specific camera and lighting technology for immaculate materials
The high quality of the surface inspection also avoids the detection of false positive defects and enables quality decisions to be made based on reliable facts Read more
Ametek introduces new force testers for plastics
AmetekSensor, Test and Calibration has launched a new series of force testers it says are an ideal choice for plastic testing when accuracy, repeatability and documentation of results are important. Read more
Mecmesin Ltd acquired by Battery Ventures
UK-based force and torque testing equipmeny manufacturer, Mecmesin, has been acquired by Battery Ventures, a global technology investment firm. Read more
The new combiSENSOR
Micro-Epsilon launches unique new combination sensor for plastics measurement
Precision sensor manufacturer, Micro-Epsilon, has launched a unique new sensor system that combines an eddy current sensor with a capacitive displacement sensor in a single housing. Read more
Factors to consider when selecting capacitive displacement sensors
Chris Jones of Micro-Epsilon explains that several key factors need to be considered, including target size and shape, guarding method and bandwidth. As well as clean environments, the sensors can also operate in dirty, dusty industrial areas too. Read more
9 Apr 2018 16:02 Guest Blog
The new Type 4001A sensor
Kistler launches combined pressure and temperature sensor for composite moulding
Kistler Instruments has produced a combined pressure and temperature sensor specifically to support automated resin transfer (RTM) and wet moulding composite manufacturing methods. Read more
The Fraunhofer Institute is the first to combine mechanical testing of a component under realistic loads with a radiographic examination. Photo: Raapke/Fraunhofer LBF
New process analyses damage to raw materials under load with radiographic examination
The Fraunhofer Institute has developed a new method that it says combines the mechanical testing of a component under realistic loads with radiographic examination for the first time. Read more
Waters and Malvern Panalytical collaborate to improve polymer characterisation
Worcestershire-based Malvern Panalytical has entered into a co-marketing agreement with Waters Corporation, a global speciality measurement company, to advance the analysis of polymers. Read more
Fraunhofer Institute develops method to test polymers mechanical characteristics with radiography
Researchers at the Darmstadt, Germany centre for materials technology have gone radio gaga for a new tomography technique. Read more
Extruders firm opens testing centre for plastics extrusion processes
A new testing centre from Baker Perkins will be available for processors switching from batch to continuous manufacturing. Read more
Factors to consider when selecting an inline thickness measurement system
When selecting an in-process system for measuring the thickness of film, plate or sheet materials, a number of important factors need to be considered, including the effect of combined real world errors, says Chris Jones of Micro-Epsilon. Read more
1 Dec 2017 14:50 Guest Blog
Leistritz launches new elongational rheometer for accurate process control
Manufacturer of extrusion technology, Leistritz, has launched a new elongational rheometer that it says provides solid data to prove even the slightest variations in the compounding process. Read more
R-TECH awarded for hydrogen fuel cell sensor
JEC Asia has handed an award to R-Tech Materials for advancing safety sensors in hydrogen fuel cells. Read more
