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Tensile Testing vs Compression Testing: Key Differences, Methods & Applications

15 Sep 2025

Many of us often mistake Tensile Testing vs Compression Testing as interchangeable terms for evaluating how much a material can stretch. In reality, while both aim to expose materials to specific stress conditions, they differ significantly in method, direction of force, and what properties they measure.

Universal Testing Machines: A Comprehensive Overview - From Basics to Applications

13 Dec 2024

Universal Testing Machines (UTMs) hold the key to understanding how materials behave under stress. Whether it’s metals, plastics, rubber, or composites, these machines ensure materials meet the high standards of performance and safety demanded by modern industries. But how do these machines work, and what makes them so vital?

Tensile Test Sample: Standards, Shapes, and Best Practices

13 Nov 2024

Ever wondered how materials behave under extreme force? Imagine having a way to understand exactly how much stress a metal, plastic, or composite can withstand before failing. Tensile testing offers this insight, revealing a material’s strength, flexibility, and breaking point. The tool that makes this possible is the tensile test sample—a precisely crafted sample that helps predict material performance.