{"id":9851,"date":"2026-02-24T15:11:45","date_gmt":"2026-02-24T07:11:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.packqc.com\/standard\/iso-12048-2\/"},"modified":"2026-04-16T09:54:21","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T01:54:21","slug":"iso-12048","status":"publish","type":"standard","link":"https:\/\/www.packqc.com\/el\/standard\/iso-12048\/","title":{"rendered":"ISO 12048"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Executing a Compression Test According to ISO 12048<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong data-start=\"2905\" data-end=\"2928\">Sample Conditioning<\/strong><br data-start=\"2928\" data-end=\"2931\">Before testing, condition the sample at 23\u00b0C and 50% relative humidity for at least 48 hours. This step ensures material consistency and reliability.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong data-start=\"3082\" data-end=\"3096\">\u03a1\u03cd\u03b8\u03bc\u03b9\u03c3\u03b7 \u03b4\u03bf\u03ba\u03b9\u03bc\u03ae\u03c2<\/strong><br>Place the filled packaging unit on the lower platen of the tester. The <strong data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3234\">test can be performed until one of three outcomes is reached<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A specified maximum load<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A set deformation threshold<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Package collapse or failure<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong data-start=\"3336\" data-end=\"3368\">\u03a3\u03c5\u03bb\u03bb\u03bf\u03b3\u03ae \u03ba\u03b1\u03b9 \u0391\u03bd\u03ac\u03bb\u03c5\u03c3\u03b7 \u0394\u03b5\u03b4\u03bf\u03bc\u03ad\u03bd\u03c9\u03bd<\/strong><br>Force-deformation data should be recorded continuously. After the test, report:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Maximum compressive force (N or kN)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u03a0\u03bf\u03c3\u03bf\u03c3\u03c4\u03cc \u03c0\u03b1\u03c1\u03b1\u03bc\u03cc\u03c1\u03c6\u03c9\u03c3\u03b7\u03c2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Failure mode (rupture, collapse, etc.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Such results help determine the <strong data-start=\"3588\" data-end=\"3639\">pressure resistance of composite film packaging<\/strong> and structural limits of <strong data-start=\"3665\" data-end=\"3702\">plastic bottles and medical packs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"ast-oembed-container\" style=\"height: 100%;\"><iframe title=\"PCT-01 \u03b4\u03bf\u03ba\u03b9\u03bc\u03b1\u03c3\u03c4\u03ae\u03c2 \u03c3\u03c5\u03bc\u03c0\u03af\u03b5\u03c3\u03b7\u03c2 \u03c3\u03c5\u03c3\u03ba\u03b5\u03c5\u03b1\u03c3\u03af\u03b1\u03c2 \u03b4\u03b9\u03c0\u03bb\u03ae\u03c2 \u03ba\u03bf\u03b9\u03bb\u03cc\u03c4\u03b7\u03c4\u03b1\u03c2 \u03a4\u03c3\u03ac\u03bd\u03c4\u03b1 \u03c5\u03b3\u03c1\u03bf\u03cd \u03b4\u03b9\u03b1\u03c7\u03c9\u03c1\u03b9\u03c3\u03bc\u03bf\u03cd \u03b1\u03bd\u03c4\u03b9-\u03c3\u03c5\u03bc\u03c0\u03b9\u03b5\u03c3\u03c4\u03b9\u03ba\u03ae\u03c2 \u03b4\u03cd\u03bd\u03b1\u03bc\u03b7\u03c2\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Zcv0ejzEkW0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understanding ISO 12048 and Its Importance in Packaging Testing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>ISO 12048 outlines procedures for assessing the <strong data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1382\">\u03b1\u03bd\u03c4\u03bf\u03c7\u03ae \u03c3\u03b5 \u03b8\u03bb\u03af\u03c8\u03b7<\/strong> of filled transport packages. This standard helps manufacturers predict whether packaging can withstand vertical pressure during stacking, shipping, or storage. It\u2019s particularly valuable in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Verifying protective capabilities of packaging for pharmaceutical and medical products<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensuring plastic infusion bottles don\u2019t collapse under mechanical load<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Evaluating composite film packaging pressure resistance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Following ISO 12048 improves product safety, reduces packaging failure rates, and supports regulatory compliance, especially in sensitive sectors like pharmaceuticals and food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Packaging Testing Instruments for ISO 12048 Compliance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To meet <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qualitester.com\/standards\/iso-12048\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">ISO 12048<\/a> standard, a <strong data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2100\">\u03b4\u03bf\u03ba\u03b9\u03bc\u03b1\u03c3\u03c4\u03ae\u03c2 \u03c3\u03c5\u03bc\u03c0\u03af\u03b5\u03c3\u03b7\u03c2<\/strong> must meet the following requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>\u0391\u03ba\u03c1\u03af\u03b2\u03b5\u03b9\u03b1 \u03b4\u03cd\u03bd\u03b1\u03bc\u03b7\u03c2<\/strong>: Within \u00b12% of the indicated force<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Compression Speed<\/strong>: Maintain a constant rate of 10 \u00b1 3 mm\/min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Platen Parallelism<\/strong>: Must be within 1:1000 tolerance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u039a\u03b1\u03c4\u03b1\u03b3\u03c1\u03b1\u03c6\u03ae \u0394\u03b5\u03b4\u03bf\u03bc\u03ad\u03bd\u03c9\u03bd<\/strong>: Must record continuous force-deformation curves<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u03a7\u03b1\u03c1\u03b1\u03ba\u03c4\u03b7\u03c1\u03b9\u03c3\u03c4\u03b9\u03ba\u03ac \u0391\u03c3\u03c6\u03b1\u03bb\u03b5\u03af\u03b1\u03c2<\/strong>: Includes overload protection and liquid containment systems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Cell Instruments&#039; <strong data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2530\">PCT-01 Package Compression Tester<\/strong> is an ideal solution for ISO 12048-compliant testing. Its <strong data-start=\"2589\" data-end=\"2614\">\u03a3\u03cd\u03c3\u03c4\u03b7\u03bc\u03b1 \u03b5\u03bb\u03b5\u03b3\u03c7\u03cc\u03bc\u03b5\u03bd\u03bf \u03b1\u03c0\u03cc PLC<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2639\">HMI touch interface<\/strong>, \u03ba\u03b1\u03b9 <strong data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2672\">customizable test modes<\/strong> (maximum bursting force and constant pressure) make it suitable for diverse packaging formats, including <strong data-start=\"2778\" data-end=\"2806\">plastic infusion bottles<\/strong> \u03ba\u03b1\u03b9 <strong data-start=\"2811\" data-end=\"2838\">pharmaceutical packages<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Applications: Medical and Pharmaceutical Packaging Compression Tests<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In medical and pharmaceutical industries, the packaging must preserve product sterility and prevent leakage or deformation. Compression testing according to ISO 12048 standard:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Confirms the <strong>durability of plastic infusion bottles<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Verifies the <strong>structural integrity of blister packs and composite pouches<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Validates packaging solutions for <strong>transport stability<\/strong> \u03ba\u03b1\u03b9 <strong>stacking safety<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Highlight: Cell Instruments\u2019 PCT-01 Package Compression Tester<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed specifically for compliance with ISO 12048 standard, the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.qualitester.com\/product\/sale-bag-compression-tester\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"> <strong data-start=\"4306\" data-end=\"4316\">PCT-01<\/strong><\/a> \u03c0\u03c1\u03bf\u03c3\u03c6\u03bf\u03c1\u03ad\u03c2:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Two distinct modes: <strong>maximum bursting<\/strong> \u03ba\u03b1\u03b9 <strong>constant pressure<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Real-time data statistics<\/strong> and result visualization<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Liquid collection tray<\/strong> to manage ruptures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Customizable platen sizes<\/strong> and RS232 output for software integration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re testing <strong data-start=\"4598\" data-end=\"4649\">pharmaceutical packaging compression resistance<\/strong> \u03ae \u03c4\u03bf <strong data-start=\"4657\" data-end=\"4695\">load-bearing strength of film bags<\/strong>, the PCT-01 ensures accurate, reproducible results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contact Us ISO 12048 Testing Solution<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For companies in <strong data-start=\"4846\" data-end=\"4918\">pharmaceuticals, medical device packaging, food, and daily chemicals<\/strong>, ISO 12048 isn\u2019t just a standard\u2014it\u2019s a strategic tool. It ensures safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance. Implementing testing with reliable <strong data-start=\"5069\" data-end=\"5102\">packaging testing instruments<\/strong> \u03cc\u03c0\u03c9\u03c2 \u03c4\u03bf <strong data-start=\"5112\" data-end=\"5122\">PCT-01<\/strong> enhances product quality and reduces risks during transportation and handling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Investing <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">\u03c3\u03c4\u03bf<a href=\"https:\/\/www.packqc.com\/el\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>\u00a0ISO<\/strong><\/a><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.packqc.com\/el\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong data-start=\"5216\" data-end=\"5259\"> 12048-compliant compression testing<\/strong><\/a> is a proactive step toward customer satisfaction, regulatory assurance, and product excellence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Executing a Compression Test According to ISO 12048 Sample ConditioningBefore testing, condition the sample at 23\u00b0C and 50% relative humidity for at least 48 hours. This step ensures material consistency and reliability.&nbsp; Test SetupPlace the filled packaging unit on the lower platen of the tester. 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