Importance of Box Compression Tester in the Packaging Industry

In the packaging industry, the corrugated box plays an important role in shipping and transporting products to the customers. Testing the compression strength of corrugated boxes is very important in order to deliver quality products to your customers. Presto has come up with one of the most amazing testing instruments known as a box compression tester. This is one of the consistent testing machines that will help you to test the strength of cardboard boxes so that they will not get deformed or crushed while stacked over each other. 

The box compression strength tester has been ultimately designed to quantify the box or container performance so that the effect of various boards’ mediums, closures can plainly be compared for loads and bending analysis. Here in this blog, we are going to provide you with information about how box compression testing instrument will be useful in the packaging industry. So, let us get started!

Determine the compression strength of corrugated boxes with Presto box compression tester

The quality of corrugated boxes used in the packaging industry will be determined by paper quality, gram thickness, and flute weight. Thus, it is very important for you to conduct corrugated carton tests so that you will be able to deliver quality products to your customers. With the help of the Presto box compression tester, you will be able to conduct the stack load test and measure the compression strength of these boxes. 

With so many models available in the market, it is difficult for you to choose the right box compression testing machine. Thus, you can easily use a box compression tester computerized model, and test the compression strength of different types of materials like corrugated boxes, fiberboards, etc. This lab testing instrument has been designed with advanced features like high testing range, high-quality compression plates, limit switches protection, powder-coated body, etc. To conduct this test, you need to first prepare your testing specimen and after that, you can conduct the test. Box compression tester ASTM D4169 ASTM D642 will make sure that you will be able to deliver your products accurately by determining its compression strength.

Below we have listed the features and technical specifications of the Presto box compression tester (digital cum computerized model).

Features of Presto box compression tester (digital cum computerized model)

• Comes with a high testing range
• Compression plates for proper placement of the test specimen
• Compression nut provided with the machine to adjust the alignment of the compression plate
• Micro-controller based peak load indicator for accurate readout and storage of test results
• Powder-coated body with corrosion resistance finish
• The report can be saved on the desktop.
• Pass/Fail criteria can be programmed.
• Bright LED display
• Email facility of report
• Easy Data Management. The user can create product identification, test details, etc.

These are the features you will get with the use of the Presto box compression tester digital cum computerized model. Now, let us discuss the technical specifications of this lab testing instrument.

Technical Specifications of box compression tester (digital cum computerized model)

• Type: Compression
• Capacity: 500 Kgf
• Display: LED (Digital)
• Accuracy: ± 2% full scale (with master load).
• Least Count: 200 gm
• Power: 220V, Single phase, 50 Hz
• Test Platform Size : 450 * 450 mm
• Test Speed: 12.5 ± 2.5 mm/min
• Motor: 1 HP Three Phase, 1350 rpm
• Standard: ASTM D642, ASTM D4169, TAPPI T804, ISO 12048, and JIS Z0212.

These are the technical specifications, you will get with the use of this lab testing instrument. You can easily ensure quality products are delivered with the use of a box compression tester. Now, let us discuss the advantages of box compression testers in the packaging industry.

Advantages of box compression tester in the packaging industry

Besides testing the quality of the product, this compression testing machine will ensure that you will not face any product rejections. The Presto box compression tester is available in various platform sizes with different load cell capacities. Below we have listed the advantages you will get with a box compression tester.

• The first and foremost advantage you will get with a box compression tester is it will help you in overcoming the compression-related errors of the product.
• This testing instrument has been made with standardized norms that will make sure that you deliver your products without having any damage.
• You can easily compare and validate different samples and design the quality box.
• This lab testing instrument is very easy to operate and gives you accurate testing results.
• You will dynamically reduce the product rejections by testing the compression strength of boxes.

To get a brief view of the benefits of a box compression tester, give us a call at +91 9210903903 or email us at info@prestogroup.com. Our technical experts will guide you well regarding the product query.