Analysis of corrugated boards
Do you know the quality and strength of your cardboard box?
Corrugated boards are an unique packaging product. It is available in many strengths and for virtually any purpose. It is easy to handle and environmentally friendly. It can be reused again and again. Corrugated board is available for many packaging applications, but the quality of the board determines whether it meets the needs of the packaging.
The strength IS in the design
Corrugated board is a strong material whose construction ensures a very high stacking strength. If carrying handles are required in the box, this will reduce the stacking strength by approximately 10-20%, and pressure on the box surfaces can reduce the strength by up to 25%. Issues that we take into account and identify with you before our designers start developing your new packaging solution. We can also help you quality test your current packaging solution to avoid over- or under-packaging your products. It's good for you and the environment.
Below you can read more about the different types of tests available to analyse the composition of a cardboard box. Contact us to find out more about how we can help you test the quality of your corrugated solution.
The strength of the corrugated board can be measured through different types of tests:
ECT (Edge Crush Test): is measured in KN/m and shows the stacking strength. The corrugated board is placed on edge so that the waves form a line. The pressure that the corrugated board can withstand is then measured. The test is important for those who want to know whether the carrying capacity of the cardboard box is high enough, for example when stacking several layers on the pallet.
Mullen Test (Bursting Test): result is given in KPa. The measurement shows the maximum pressure the board can withstand under specific conditions. For example, the ability of the board to withstand rough handling during transport.
FCT (Flat Crush Test): the test is given in KPa. This test shows the crush resistance of the wave. The cardboard is pressed down perpendicularly. The test shows what it takes for the waves to crush. In this way the stiffness of the waves is determined.
PET (Puncture Energy Test): the result is measured in joules. The test illustrates how much a package can withstand when, for example, a sharp object hits the cardboard before the object penetrates the cardboard and makes a breakthrough.
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