How to use a drop tester for a package drop test?

In the packaging industry, the use of cartons has thoroughly increased due to their strength and durability. Testing the drop strength of the package is an important part of quality control that helps the manufacturers in ascertaining the quality of the product. Thus, we at Testronix have designed a high-quality drop strength tester manual model that provides the angular drop arrangement for conducting carton drop tests on the packages with ease. In this blog, we will discuss brief information about the Testronix drop strength tester and how this lab testing instrument is used to test the dropping ability of cartons. But before that, let us focus on the need of testing the dropping ability of cartons.

Why is the drop test important for packages?

When it comes to package testing, the drop test is one of the most important tests that you can perform. This is because the drop test simulates the worst-case scenario for a package - what would happen if your package was dropped from a height?

If you are shipping a product that is fragile or could be damaged by a fall, then the drop test is essential in order to ensure that your packaging can protect your product. Even if your product is not fragile, the drop test is still a good way to assess the overall strength and durability of your packaging. The Testronix drop testing instrument will help to keep the products safe from harm with effective testing. Now, let us discuss brief information about the Testronix drop strength tester.

All about Testronix drop strength tester

Testronix has designed a high-quality carton drop tester that helps the paper and packaging manufacturers in testing the product and ensures that quality material will be delivered to the customers. The carton drop test will help to ensure that the packaging material will not fail when dropped from a certain height.

Even if your product is not fragile, the drop test is still a good way to assess the overall strength and durability of your packaging. With a dedicated Drop Tester machine, you can easily measure the drop strength of the packages. The aim is to measure how well the packaging protects the contents inside, and whether it can withstand repeated drops.

The manual model of the Testronix drop tester has been made in accordance with industry standards that include ASTM D5276. This instrument can also be customized as per ISTA Standards 1A and 3A on request.

Besides this, it has been incorporated with high-end features that include:

Provision to lift up the test platform by the guide mechanism
Adjustable drop height
Straight and Angular Drop tests can be performed on a single Instrument
Strong Base Plate with durable structure.
Lead screw model which load extension capacity
Noise-free operation with less maintenance
Customizable flaps and platform size
Easy Edge drop and corner drop test

You can easily conduct carton drop tests on the packages and ensure that quality material will be delivered to the customers. Now, let us discuss the steps to perform a package drop test with the use of Testronix drop strength tester.

Steps to perform carton drop test on the packages

The carton drop test will help the manufacturers in assuring that quality products will be delivered to the customers. To conduct this test effectively, one can easily follow the steps mentioned below.

Take a carton and close its all sides by applying the tape firmly.
Place the specimen in the center of the platform and adjust its height by rotating the wheel which will be provided on the side of the device in an upward direction or downward one.
Now, push down the handle which is provided on the back of the machine to drop the sample from height.
Observe any damage that occurs and conduct the carton drop test.

In this way, you can easily perform carton drop tests on the packages and determine their durability of the packages. You can also read more on the top 3 paper and package testing instruments you must use. You can also give us a call at +91 9313140140 or email us at info@testronixinstruments.com. Our team of technical experts will consult you regarding all your needs and queries.