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Top-load Crush Testing

Top-load and Crush Resistance Testing

Top-load and crush resistance testing reduces the risk of containers deforming or failing when subject to forces during filling, closure, storage and transport. Mecmesin top-load testers provide a reliable and accurate solution for meeting design standards in the laboratory and on the production floor.

Our PC-controlled and touch screen test stands range from single-column machines (ideal for testing plastic bottles, aluminium and steel cans) to twin-column machines designed for testing large cardboard boxes and plastic or metal drums.

Find out more about top-load and crush resistance testing methods and standards. 


Benefits

Aside from the benefits of minimised packaging failure, Mecmesin top-load testers offer: 

  • Cost-effectiveness
  • A range of tough motorised models
  • A choice of manual, touch screen or PC-based control
  • A wide range of accessories
  • Versatility for multiple applications
  • Simple operation suitable for unskilled staff
  • Intuitive software means minimal training required
  • Free height of container can be calculated saving time
  • High accuracy and repeatability
  • Increased throughput from single or batch mode
  • Automatic platen repositioning for quick sample insertion
  • Ability to output results to multiple formats for use with SPC and data analysis software
  • Expert after sales service

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Compliance with Standards

Mecmesin top-load testers ensure that your products comply with international and industry standards including: 

  • ASTM D2659-11 Standard Test for Column Crush Properties of Blown Thermoplastic Containers
  • ASTM D642-00 (2010) Standard Test Method for Determining Compressive Resistance of Shipping Containers, Components, and Unit Loads
  • ASTM D4577-05 (2010) Standard Test Method for Compression Resistance of a Container Under Constant Load
  • ASTM D4169-09 Standard Practice for Peformance Testing of Shipping Containers and Systems
  • ISBT Plastic Bottle Test Methods 2004
  • ISO 8113:2004 Glass Containers - Resistance to Vertical Load - Test Method
  • DIN 55440-1:1991-11 Packaging Test; Compression Test; Test with a Constant Conveyance-speed
  • DIN 55526-1 Packaging Test; Compression Test; Dynamical Test for Plastic Containers, with a Capacity of up to 10 liters
  • DIN 53757:1997-08 Testing of Plastics Articles; Determination of the Behaviour by Stacking by Long-time-test, Boxes for Transport and Storage  
 

Accessories

Mecmesin offers a range of standard and custom fixtures to meet your top-load and crush testing requirements, included Vented Compression Plates that allow air to escape from containers during compression

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  • Circular Compression Plate
  • Slotted Compression Plate
  • Square Compression Plate
  • Vented Compression Plate

Interested in our Solutions?

For help with your custom application please contact our head office on +44 (0) 1403 799979 or your local distributor, fill in our enquiries form or request a callback and we will contact you.

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