Mecmesin expands Orbis range of torque testers

Prompted by strong sales globally, the range is being extended to offer two higher torque capacity models, the Orbis 10 and Orbis 10 TE, both featuring a 10Nm torque range that suits more robust applications, as well as two lower capacity variants, the Orbis 1.5 and Orbis 1.5 TE, both with a 1.5Nm torque range for more delicate sample assessment. The existing 6Nm torque range models have been renamed the Orbis 6 and Orbis 6 TE.

The new systems boast the same advanced electronics as their predecessors, with a 1000Hz sampling rate for accurate peak torque capture, and the same lightweight yet rugged design, making them equally at home both in the laboratory and on the production floor.

Closure-torque for screw-lid containers is a key determinant in guaranteeing the integrity and security of the contents during storage and transportation. The bottle cap of a carbonated drink, for instance, must be applied with sufficient torque to ensure the beverage retains its effervescence, while at the same time remains sufficiently easy for the consumer to unscrew.

All Orbis systems feature a clear digital display to present measurements in a comprehensive range of SI and imperial units, and an RS232 output socket to easily export results to a PC for statistical analysis and reporting.

John Page, Managing Director of Mecmesin, says: "Through continued close dialogue with our customers, we have identified the very real need among designers, engineers, quality managers and scientists using closure-torque testing systems for a greater range of torque capacity options to better fulfil their testing requirements."