Solidify Your Packaging Quality by Conducting ECT with Edge Crush Tester

Solidify Your Packaging Quality by Conducting ECT with Edge Crush Tester
  • Gaurav Malhotra

Corrugated boxes are widely used in the packaging industry for their versatility and numerous benefits. They are a preferred choice for packaging various products due to their lightweight yet sturdy construction.

But what if, these boxes get collapsed during shipping and rough handling? It will not only damage the product but also affect the business's reputation.
 
Thus, it is important for the manufacturers to test the edge crush strength of the materials and ensure quality materials will be delivered to the customers. Presto has designed a high-quality lab testing instrument known as an edge crush tester that is used to test the edge crush strength of the materials during rough handling.
 
Strong packaging materials ensure that products arrive in pristine condition to end consumers. By testing the edge crush strength, manufacturers can enhance customer satisfaction by minimizing instances of damaged or compromised products.
 
Manufacturers of the paper & packaging industry can easily make use of Presto ECT tester to ensure that quality materials will be delivered to the customers. In this article, we will discuss brief information about the Presto Edge crush tester and how this quality testing equipment is used to protect your packaging materials against edge crush strength.
 

Introduction to ECT Testing with Edge Crush Tester

As a business owner, you want to ensure that your products are properly packaged so they arrive at their destination in perfect condition. One way to test the strength and quality of your packaging is with an edge crush tester (ECT).
 
This is a type of paper & packaging testing instrument that is used to test the edge crush strength of different packaging materials and ensures that quality products will be delivered to the customers. This testing equipment can accurately test the packages against edge crush strength and determine the compression strength of boxes with McKee’s formula i.e. Compression strength = k. ECT x T x Z.
 
Presto is Asia’s No.1 manufacturer of edge crush testers and designs this quality testing equipment with the latest set of features. Testing the edge crush strength allows manufacturers to select packaging materials that meet the required strength criteria without over-engineering or overspending on unnecessary material thickness. This optimization can lead to cost savings in the long run.
 
ECT testing with an edge crush tester can help you maximize the quality of your packaging. By knowing the edgewise-crushing strength of your cardboard, you can make adjustments to ensure that your packaging can withstand the rigors of transportation.
 
Now, let us discuss the features and technical specifications of the Presto Crush /RCT/ECT /FCT Digital Model. So, let us get started!
 

Features of Presto Crush /RCT/ECT /FCT Digital Model

As we have discussed above the ECT tester is one of the high-quality lab testing instruments that is used to test the edge crush strength of the materials accurately and ensures that quality products will be delivered to the customers.
 
Below we have listed the features of the Presto Edge crush resistance tester:
 
  • Simple and accurate read-out on a digital display.
  • Electronic Force measurement by the Load
  • The key lock prevents accidental or unauthorized resetting.
  • Electro-mechanical Loading System.
  • Sophisticated Electronic Controls for precision and easy operation.
  • Competence with Peak-Hold.
  • Microprocessor-based display for accurate test results
  • Separate fixtures for ring crush, edge crush, and flat crush test.
  • Highly accurate test results under a compression force
  • Strong gripping clamps.
  • Bright LED display
  • Inbuilt calibration facility
  • Feather touch controls

Technical specifications of Presto ECT tester

  • Capacity:100 Kgf
  • Least Count: 0.01 Kgf
  • Accuracy: ±2% at Full Load (with master load)
  • Speed: 12.5±2.5mm/min
  • Power Requirement : AC 220V, 50Hz, single phase
  • Standard: IS 7063 – 2
With these high-end features and technical specifications, one can accurately test the edge crush strength of the materials and ensures that quality materials will be delivered to the customers. You can also read about how you can easily test your boxes for their edge crush strength.
 
Now, let us read about the benefits of using the Presto Edge crush tester.
 

Benefits of using Presto Edge Crush Tester

We at Presto being the leading lab testing instruments manufacturer has designed a high-quality lab testing instrument known as the edge crush tester digital model that will provide you with a huge number of benefits as compared to the traditional testing machine.
 
Below we have listed the features of this quality testing equipment.
 
  1. Simple and accurate read-out on a digital display: The edge crush tester provides a clear and easy-to-read digital display, ensuring precise measurement readings for accurate test results.
  2. Electronic force measurement by the load: The tester utilizes electronic force measurement, which ensures reliable and consistent readings, eliminating manual errors or variations.
  3. Key lock prevents accidental or unauthorized resetting: The inclusion of a key lock feature prevents accidental or unauthorized resetting of the tester, ensuring the integrity of the test results.
  4. Electro-mechanical loading system: The tester is equipped with an electro-mechanical loading system, which ensures controlled and consistent application of compression force during the test, contributing to reliable and repeatable results.
  5. Sophisticated electronic controls for precision and easy operation: The tester incorporates sophisticated electronic controls that allow precise adjustment of test parameters and easy operation, enhancing the overall testing process.
  6. Competence with Peak-Hold: The peak-hold capability of the tester enables it to capture and display the highest compression force achieved during the test, providing valuable information about the material's strength.
  7. Microprocessor-based display for accurate test results: The edge crush tester employs a microprocessor-based display, which improves accuracy in test results by eliminating manual calculations or interpretation errors.
  8. Separate fixtures for ring crush, edge crush, and flat crush test: The availability of separate fixtures for different types of crush tests (such as ring crush, edge crush, and flat crush) allows versatility in testing various packaging materials and designs.
  9. Highly accurate test results under compression force: The edge crush tester delivers highly accurate test results, especially under compression force, ensuring the reliability and quality of the packaging materials being tested.
  10. Strong gripping clamps: The tester is equipped with strong gripping clamps that securely hold the sample materials in place during the test, minimizing any slippage or movement that could affect the accuracy of the results.
With these high-end features and the benefits of using Presto edge crush tester, one can easily ensure that the products delivered will be of high quality. You can also read about how to test the boxes for their edge crush strength.
 
If you want to book a live demo for the use of this quality testing equipment, you can give us a call at +91 9210903903 or email us at info@prestogroup.com. Our team of technical experts will consult you regarding all your needs and queries.

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