Whether you’re a pharmaceutical researcher conducting compression testing to evaluate the force needed to crush a tablet or a QC manager running 180° T-peel testing to inspect the adhesive strength of food packaging, the right tension and compression tester can give you the insight needed to ship your products with confidence.
Across industries, QC professionals, engineers and researchers rely on Mark-10’s Series F force testers to conduct peel, pull, tensile, spring, and compression tests. Each of the eight models in the series is modular and can be modified with a broad range of force sensors, and grips and fixtures to accommodate virtually any force testing need.
The flexible design extends to the proprietary data collection and analysis software that’s compatible with all Series F test stands. Users can choose between two options: EasyMESUR ® and IntelliMESUR®. Both solutions allow users to create, save and edit a wide variety of tests, with pass/fail limits and overload protection. The data generated from those tests can be saved, recalled and exported into reports that include results, statistics and graphs.
Key differences exist between the two solutions: EasyMESUR® is ideal for everyday force measurement applications, while IntelliMESUR® excels at meeting more advanced testing requirements. To help you determine which software is most appropriate for your needs, here’s an overview of EasyMESUR® and IntelliMESUR®, including a comparison chart and explanation of each solution’s features and testing capabilities.
Comparison Chart: EasyMESUR® vs. IntelliMESUR®
EasyMESUR®
EasyMESUR® is built for everyday force testing needs. The thoughtfully designed, user-friendly control panel is compatible with all Series F test frames. Basic tension and compression testing functionality is included but can be scaled up with more advanced functions if needed. Additional features can be enabled after purchase with an activation code. Optional packages include:
- Distance Measurement Package: Distance measurement, distance limits, preload
- Speed Extension Package: High and low speed extension
- Advanced Functionality Package: Cycling, break detection, load holding, FollowMe®
- Graphing & Reporting
- Coefficient of Friction Measurement
- Spring Rate Measurement
- PC Control via Third-Party Application
- Complete Package: All functionality above
Features Overview
- 7” touchscreen interface
- 5,000 Hz force sensor sampling rate
- Load and travel data collection up to 100 Hz
- Up to 100,000 data points collected per run
- Modular function platform configurable for specific applications
- Secure, password-protected user access to sensitive areas (e.g., test editing and calibration)
- Two USB-C ports to import and export results, reports and test files to a PC or flash drive
Testing Capabilities
A variety of tests can be run using EasyMESUR® software, including:
- Test to a load
- Test to a sample break
- Test to a distance
- Load holding
- Cycle testing
- Average load testing
- Coefficient of friction testing
- Spring testing
To run a test, simply select your test type on the touchscreen and EasyMESUR® will guide you through the setup. Tests can be viewed in one of three ways:
- Standard View: Displays load and distance values
- Graph View: Displays a graph of load vs. distance or load vs. time
- Results View: Displays results for each run with corresponding statistics
Best for: Users who conduct standard force and compression tests and want a budget-friendly, flexible solution that’s easy to scale and customize.
For more information, download the brochure.
IntelliMESUR®
IntelliMESUR® is an advanced software solution ideal for many tension and compression testing applications – from basic tests to multi-step sequencing, operator prompting, and materials testing. The comprehensive software is compatible with all Series F stands and is available as an integrated control panel or standalone license for Windows devices.
Features Overview
- Available as an integrated control panel (10.1”) or standalone license for any Windows device
- 20,000 Hz force sensor sampling rate
- Collects load and travel data up to 1,000 Hz
- Up to 1 million data points collected per run
- Secure, password-protected access for three permission tiers
- Unlimited users
- Optional materials testing module
- Optional coefficient of friction measurement module
Testing Capabilities
The following basic tests can be created and run with IntelliMESUR®:
- Limit testing to a load, break or distance
- Height measurement
- Load holding
- Cycle testing
- Coefficient of friction testing
IntelliMESUR® can also be used to conduct advanced, multi-step tests that incorporate any of the following steps:
- Move to a load
- Move to a distance
- Move to break
- Hold a load or position
- Loop/cycle
- Datum
- Prompts
- Save current load or position
- Zero load or position
- Return to home position
For ease of testing, users can create prompts for operators and add up to 10 tests to an easily accessible “favorites” folder that can be accessed via the home page. Tests can be viewed by:
- Graph View: Plots load vs. distance or time; ability to overlay up to 10 runs for visual comparisons
- Results View: Displays user-selected results for each run; ability to apply statistics to selected results
Best for: Users who conduct a wide range of sophisticated tests and seek an all-in-one solution.
For more information, download the brochure.
Confidence You Can Measure, Guidance You Can Trust
If you still aren’t sure whether EasyMESUR® or IntelliMESUR® is right for your application, contact us to speak with a Mark-10 product expert. We’ll have a conversation about your current and future needs to ensure you purchase the right equipment and appropriate software package.
Our best-in-class customer service is one of the reasons why professionals across industries – including packaging, education, ergonomics, and medical device, aerospace and automotive manufacturing – have relied on Mark-10’s force gauges, torque gauges, testing machines, and wire crimp pull testers to solve their quality, compliance and consistency challenges for nearly 50 years. Our intelligently engineered measuring equipment is easy to use and backed by lifetime support.
Whether you’re navigating evolving regulations or responding to urgent production needs, Mark-10 empowers your team to deliver your products to customers and channel partners with confidence.
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