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News Release from: Mecmesin | Subject: Top-Load Tester
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 06 February 2001
Tester meets top-load packaging
standards
Mecmesin's Top-Load Tester has the load capacity and speed range to meet the requirements of relevant Standards such as ASTM D2659-89 and DIN 55440-1:99
Well-designed packages must be a compromise between conflicting demands This principle is illustrated by the single-trip PET bottle
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 29 Feb 2000 at 8.00am (UK)
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While being sufficiently stiff to withstand all reasonable product lifecycle demands, no more primary resource material than necessary should be consumed.
PET bottles need the ability to sustain significant axial top-load, both on the capping line and during stacking at various stages of the distribution cycle.
A number of technical Standards (i.e ASTM D2659-89 and DIN 55440-1:99) prescribe top-load testing procedures which enable the 'downgauging' of these containers to be optimised.
Mecmesin have configured their proven force measurement equipment to provide a cost-effective and easy-to-use system for this particular application.
The Top-Load Tester, based upon a VersaTest, a 1000N Advanced Force Gauge and a specially-designed vented compression plate, has the load capacity and speed range to meet the requirements of relevant Standards.
Data for the load required to initiate container collapse can be downloaded either to a PC or a mini-printer. Request a free brochure from Mecmesin ...
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