BCT-600 Box Compression Tester

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メーカー: セルインストゥルメンツ
アプリケーション: Packaging materials, paper and cardboard containers, and more.
カスタマイズ: 特別なテスト要件と自動化変換に利用可能

カテゴリー Tube Stiffness Tester, Box Compression Tester, 紙と板紙の試験

Introduction to Box Compression Tester

Box compression tester is an essential tool for assessing the structural integrity and performance of packaging materials. Whether for corrugated cardboard, wooden crates, or plastic containers, a box compression tester ensures that your packaging meets the demands of modern logistics and storage conditions. This article explores what a box compression tester is, the different test methods it uses, and the relevant international standards that guide its operation.

Box Compression Machine - Understanding the Purpose

In industries like packaging, food, and e-commerce, ensuring packaging can withstand real-world pressures is critical. A box compression tester—also known as a box compression machine or box compression test machine—applies controlled compressive forces to boxes and containers to simulate stacking loads, transportation stresses, and storage conditions.

This testing ensures that packaging materials resist deformation and damage, maintaining the safety of their contents during handling and shipping. By measuring the compressive strength and deformation behavior, manufacturers can validate design quality, select optimal materials, and guarantee compliance with global packaging standards.

Key Test Modes of a Box Compression Tester

A modern box compression tester offers multiple test modes to suit various applications. Each mode serves a unique purpose and provides valuable data for packaging validation and improvement:

1. Strength Test (Crush Test)

The strength test, often called the crush test, applies a steadily increasing load until the box deforms or fails. This test identifies the maximum force (peak load) the box can withstand.

Why it matters: Prevents boxes from collapsing under conveyor belts, forklifts, or heavy stacking in warehouses.
Key metric: Peak load (N) and the deformation at failure.

2. Fixed-Value Test

The fixed-value test maintains a set pressure or deformation threshold to evaluate box stability.

Fixed‑Deformation: Measures the force needed to maintain a specific deformation, providing insight into box stiffness and cushioning.
Fixed‑Load (Creep) Test: Applies a constant load and measures how the box deforms over time, simulating prolonged stacking pressures.
Why it matters: Determines how packaging holds up under static loads and long-term storage conditions.

3. Stacking Simulation Test

This test replicates warehouse stacking conditions, applying a sustained load over a set period.

Why it matters: Predicts real-world performance and ensures boxes won’t deform excessively during storage.

Features and Benefits of Cell Instruments' Box Compression Tester

Cell Instruments’ box compression tester integrates advanced features to deliver reliable, efficient, and safe testing:

User-Friendly Operation: あ 7-inch touchscreen HMI with guided workflows simplifies test setup and execution.
Triple-Mode Testing: One machine covers strength, fixed‑value, and stacking tests, saving costs and space.
高精度: Load-cell sensors above the upper platen ensure precise measurements with a ±1% error margin.
堅牢な設計: The high-rigidity frame and four-column guidance system guarantee consistent alignment and minimal platen deflection.
Real-Time Data Analysis: Live curves, instant data capture, and integrated micro-printer for immediate hard-copy results.
Optional PC Software: Enables advanced data export and report generation for thorough quality control.
Safety First: Emergency stop and mechanical end-stops protect both operator and equipment.

International Standards Supported

A reliable box compression tester must comply with recognized testing standards to ensure results are globally accepted. Cell Instruments’ box compression tester meets a wide range of standards, including:

国際標準化機構（ISO）2234, ISO 12048, ISO 2874, ISO 2872
ASTM D642, ASTM D4169
タッピT804
JIS Z0212
GB/T 4857.3, GB/T 4857.4, QB/T 1047

By following these standards, our testers help you achieve consistent, accurate, and comparable results across all markets.

さまざまな業界への応用

The versatility of a box compression tester makes it invaluable in numerous sectors:

パッケージ – Corrugated boxes for food, e-commerce, and retail.
Pharmaceutical & Medical – Plastic containers and drums for sensitive materials.
Chemical & Adhesives – Fiberboard and plastic barrels.
Heavy Machinery & Automotive – Wooden crates and composite packaging.
Quality Control & R&D – Optimize design and material selection for performance and cost efficiency.

A box compression tester is more than a testing machine; it’s a gateway to better packaging design, reliable product safety, and lower logistics costs. At Cell Instruments, we offer customizable box compression testers with cutting-edge features to meet your unique needs. Contact us today to discover how our solutions can optimize your packaging quality and ensure compliance with international standards.

よくある質問

Q1: What is the box compression test used for?
A1: The box compression test measures the compressive strength of packaging materials to ensure they withstand stacking and transit pressures.

Q2: Can the box compression tester handle different container types?
A2: Yes, our box compression tester can test cardboard, plastic, wooden, and composite containers, whether filled or empty.

Q3: Which industries benefit most from box compression testing?
A3: Packaging, food, medical, pharmaceutical, adhesives, textiles, and logistics industries use box compression testing to verify packaging reliability.

Q4: How accurate is the box compression tester?
A4: Cell Instruments’ tester uses a high-precision load-cell sensor with an error margin of ±1%, ensuring reliable results.

Q5: Are the tests compliant with global standards?
A5: Yes, Cell Instruments’ box compression tester meets ISO, ASTM, TAPPI, JIS, and GB/T standards for international compliance and credibility.

BCT-600 Box Compression Tester

Introduction to Box Compression Tester

Box Compression Machine - Understanding the Purpose