Carton Testing

Whether you are a packaging supplier or a packaging company, the Newton Carton Tester has Many Unique Features

• 4 Tests in 1 instrument - Unique
• Real time crease performance display - Unique
• Data stored in a historical database - Unique

The 4 tests performed by the Newton Carton Tester measure the key parameters determining the quality of the creases impressed into a carton and the friction between cartons.

Crease Strength – Measures the torque required to fold one crease eg end flap.  Usually the peak torque is recorded, however the Newton Carton Tester also records the angle at which the peak torque was recorded and stores the torque at each angle of fold between 0o and 90o.

Spring back Force – Following the folding of a crease to 90o , this measures the torque exerted by a crease after the crease has been allowed to relax for a set number of seconds (usually 15).

Box Opening Force –This test measures the torque exerted by 4 creases being folded simultaneously.  Again the peak torque and angle are recorded as per crease strength measurement.

Friction Test – This measures the friction or ‘slip angle’ of a carton or board. This impacts how cartons are automatically picked up before filling.

All of these parameters will have an impact upon how the carton performs when it is opened and filled on an automatic packing line.

Whether you are a manufacturer of cartons, or a company who uses cartons in your packing line, the Newton Carton Tester offers real benefits. Follow the links below to find out more: