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2001
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What is the edge crush test and why is it important?
ECT assesses the capacity of corrugated board to withstand compressive forces along its edge. A higher ECT value generally means the board has greater stacking strength.
2002
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ASTM D3354
ASTM D3354 is a test method that provides quantitative information on the degree of blocking i.e. unwanted adhesion between layers of plastic film.
2003
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ISO 4587
Specifies a method for determining the tensile lap-shear strength of rigid-to-rigid bonded assemblies using a standard specimen under specified conditions of preparation and testing. This test procedure does not provide design information.
2004
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BS EN 12814-3
BS EN 12814-3 is a tensile creep test method for testing welded joints of thermoplastics semi-finished products.
2005
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TAPPI T 400
This method describes procedures for obtaining a representative sample for testing.
2006
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ASTM D6484 / D6484M - 14
ASTM D6484 is a test method that determines the open-hole compressive strength of multidirectional polymer matrix composite laminates reinforced by high-modulus fibers.
2007
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ISO 20344
This Standard specifies methods for testing footwear designed as personal protective equipment.
8 groups of tests from dimensions to mechanical properties and fluid resistance.
Supplemented by ISO 20345
2008
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ISO 6425
This document specifies requirements and test methods for divers' watches and for saturation divers' watches for use in deep diving (see Annex A which deals with watches for saturation diving).
2010
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BS EN 71-1
This European Standard specifies different forces or loads to be used when testing toys intended for children of different age groups.
2011
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BS EN ISO 7886-1
This document specifies requirements and test methods for verifying the design of empty sterile single use hypodermic syringes, with or without needle, made of plastic or other materials and intended for the aspiration and injection of fluids after fill
2012
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ASTM D747-10
ASTM D747 is used to determine the flexibility of plastics by means of a cantilever beam.
2013
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ASTM D349
These test methods cover the procedures for testing rigid round rods used in electrical insulation.
2014
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BS EN 12655
Gymnastics equipment, Sports equipment, Safety measures, Equipment safety, Classification systems, Dimensions, Height, Strength of materials, Stability, Mechanical testing, Vertical, Horizontal, Performance testing, Instructions for use
2015
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Why torque testing is essential in packaging
Accurate torque application is critical across many packaging scenarios:
Prevents leakage in liquid-filled containers due to under-torqued caps
2016
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ISO 8364
ISO 8364:2007 specifies requirements and test methods for the binding mounting area and free space area, ski bindings and retention devices of alpine skis, in order to optimize the compatibility of the functional unit "ski binding - retention device - b
2017
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ASTM D3166
This test method covers the measurement of fatigue strength in shear by tension loading of adhesives on a standard specimen and under specified conditions of preparation, loading, and testing.
2018
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PD CEN/TR 17394-3
This document defines a test method for security of attachment of functional and decorative metal mechanically applied press fasteners to children's clothing including for example gloves, hats, scarves, hosiery, ties, and textile belts.
2019
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ASTM C273/C273M
This test method is used to determine core shear properties of a sandwich construction material using loading plates bonded to the outer surfaces or skins (facesheets).
2020
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Why torque testing is essential in packaging
Prevents leakage in liquid containers
Ensures seal integrity and prevents contamination
Confirms child-resistant closures are effective and compliant
Improves user experience by avoiding over-tightening
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2021
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ASTM D575-91
These test methods cover two test procedures for determining the compression-deflection characteristics of rubber compounds other than those usually classified as hard rubber and sponge rubber.
2022
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Interpreting compressive strength test results
Interpreting results involves more than noting the peak load. Stress–strain curves reveal additional information such as modulus, yield point, and failure mode.
2023
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BS EN 1895
Adhesives, Adhesion tests, Peeling tests, Paper, Paper products, Board (paper), Disposable, Packaging materials, Flexible materials
2024
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ASTM D4533-11
This test method is an index test used to measure the force required to continue or propagate a tear in woven or non-woven geotextiles by the trapezoid method.
2025
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ISO 13935-1
ISO 13935-1:2014 specifies a procedure to determine the seam maximum force of sewn seams when the force is applied perpendicularly to the seam. ISO 13935-1:2014 specifies the method known as the strip test.