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Why Material Hardness is Critical for Modern Military Weapons

10 December 2024

What allows military weapons to withstand battlefield demands? The answer lies largely in material hardness—a property that determines a material’s ability to resist deformation under pressure. From armor plating to precision-guided munitions, material hardness directly impacts a weapon’s durability, effectiveness, […]

Most Popular Types of Material Testing Equipment

29 November 2024

To sum upThe field of material testing includes an extensive number of procedures used to evaluate the properties and performance of materials. These procedures range from assessing mechanical characteristics such as tensile strength, hardness, and impact resistance to evaluating thermal […]

4 Steps to Setup Your Own Metal Testing Laboratory

21 November 2024

When it comes to industries such as manufacturing, construction, or aerospace, guaranteeing materials quality is non-negotiable. Material testing is a critical process to validate strength, durability, and compliance with industry standards. Many establishments rely on external laboratories for these tests. […]

How Material Testing Labs Overcharge You and Ways to Avoid It

11 November 2024

Companies and institutions working with materials — including manufacturers, quality testing labs, research institutes, and numerous industries — often rely on independent material testing laboratories to verify product quality as well as compliance. These external labs operate with their own […]

Why Notch Verification is Required for Accurate Impact Testing

31 October 2024

Obtaining reliable and accurate results from impact testing of metals requires notch verification. This verification process confirms that the notches on test samples are in compliance with established standards, directly influencing test accuracy and material integrity assessments. Notch verification is […]

4-position ICI / Mace Snag Tester for Fabrics Overview

23 October 2024

Did you know that fabric snagging is one of the most common causes of product returns in the fashion and upholstery industries? In fact, studies show that up to 15% of consumer complaints in these industries are due to the […]

NG-T Press M-Series Cutting Press System: A Must for Rubber Manufacturers & Test Labs

17 October 2024

Rubber testing is fundamental to verifying the performance and safety of materials used in industries like automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing. In fact, poor testing methods can lead to failures in up to 70% of rubber products used in critical applications. […]

8 Most Used ISO Standards in Material Testing

24 September 2024

What are ISO Standards? The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is an independent, non-governmental entity that develops and publishes standards to guarantee that products, services, and systems are safe, reliable, and of high quality. Established in 1947, ISO has grown […]

The Importance of Rubber Material Testing in Product Durability

13 September 2024

Did you know that the average rubber tire travels over 75,000 miles before wearing out? This incredible longevity is not by accident. It is the result of rigorous testing that confirms rubber materials can withstand everyday use. Whether in the […]

NextGen’s Moving Die Rheometer (MDR): The Future of Rubber Testing

9 September 2024

The Moving Die Rheometer (MDR) is a tool in rubber testing used to evaluate rubber compounds’ curing characteristics in both quality control and research. It measures how rubber responds to vulcanization by applying oscillating strain and recording the resulting torque. […]

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