Torque Systems

Mandrels are used when measuring the opening and closing forces associated with caps and closures on bottles, jars and other containers.  The mandrel grips the closure evenly and uniformly minimising distortion.  When used with Mecmesin's computer controlled Vortex-i motor driven torque measurement stand, readings can be made accurately and repeatably.

Mecmesin's digital torque testers are use to test the performance of child-resistant closures according to ASTM standards D3198, D3472 and D3810.  The motorised Vortex-xt  provides a constant test speed for reliable repeatability of testing, eliminating operator bias and protecting against repetitive strain injuries.

Force & torque are tested simultaneously using a Combi-Cork-i test system.  The system measures the effort needed to remove the cork and re-stopper bottles used for premium quality products. When opening the bottle, the cork is both pulled and rotated, and the Combi-Cork-i records the extraction force simultaneously with the torque as the cork is twisted. 

The opening torque on containers fitted with child-resistant closures (CRCs) is measured with a semi-automated Vortex-d motorised torque tester with a top-load capability for applying set loads during torque testing. The Vortex-d has been fitted with pneumatic actuators to clamp the bottle cap and raise and lower the top-load weights.  The Vortex-d has been superceded by the Vortex-dV.

The release torque of removeable cleats fitted to golf shoes is measured with a Vortex-i PC-controlled torque tester.  Precise alignment of each cleat prior to testing is vital, and this is achieved with a custom designed sample holder mounted on a gimble coupled to a precision X-Y motion table.

A Vortex-i PC-controlled torque tester measures the minimum torque before a Luer lock fitting on a syringe barrel begins to rotate.  A versatile set of custom-made fixtures have been designed to fit a range of syringe barrels of different lengths

The opening torque on containers fitted with child-resistant closures (CRCs) is measured with a Vortex-d motorised torque tester with a top-load capability for applying set loads during torque testing. Using a motorised torque testing system ensures repeatable and accurate test results, in comparison with manual torque testers.  The Vortex-d has been superceded by the Vortex-dV.