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Why it is important to test the top load strength of PET bottles?

Packaging is one of the most important aspects of product safety and quality control. In order to ensure that products are not damaged during transport and storage, it is essential to use robust and reliable packaging materials.

Packaging is one of the most important aspects of product safety and quality control. In order to ensure that products are not damaged during transport and storage, it is essential to use robust and reliable packaging materials. One of the most common packaging materials used for liquids is the PET bottle. PET bottles are used for a wide variety of products, including water, soft drinks, juices, and many others.

While PET bottles are strong and durable, it is still important to test their top load strength. This is because the contents of the bottle can put pressure on the sides of the bottle, which could cause it to break or leak. Presto top load testing instrument is one of the widely used lab testing equipment that is used to test the top load strength of PET bottles and ensure that quality products will be delivered to the customer. So, let us get started!

What is the top load strength of the PET bottles?

PET bottles are commonly used in the food and beverage industry for their lightweight, durability, and transparency. The top load strength of a PET bottle is a measure of how much weight the bottle can hold before it begins to deform. Deformation can cause the bottle to leak or crumble, which can jeopardize the safety of the product inside. There are a variety of factors that can affect the top load strength of a PET bottle, such as the thickness of the walls, the type of resin used, the neck finish, and the way the bottle is filled. The top load strength also depends on how the bottle will be used.

Testing the top load strength of PET bottles is important to ensure that they will be able to withstand the pressures of storage and handling. Thus, it’s important for PET bottle manufacturers to conduct a top load test on the materials with the help of the Presto top load tester-prima series.

This HMI-based touch-screen model comes with inverted straight plates for zero gripping support. Below we have discussed brief information about Presto's top load tester testing instrument.

Introduction about Presto top load tester

The top load strength of PET bottles is one of the important parameters that needed to be taken care of while delivering products accurately to the customers. It is important to test the top load strength of PET bottles because if the bottle has less top load strength, then the bottle will get damaged easily when stacked over each other. It is important to test the top load strength of PET bottles because they are often used for products that need to be stored on shelves or in other high places. If the bottles are not strong enough, they could break and cause safety hazards. By testing the top load strength of PET bottles, companies can ensure that their products will be safe for consumers to use. Thus, we at Presto have designed high-quality top load-testing equipment that is used to test the maximum loading capacity a bottle can bear without getting damaged.

Features of Presto top load tester

When it comes to PET bottles, the top load strength is an important factor to consider. This is because the strength of the bottle will determine how well it can withstand being filled with liquids and other materials. If the top load strength is not high enough, the bottle may leak or even break. That's why it's important to test the top load strength of PET bottles before using them for any commercial purposes.

Below, we have listed the features of this quality lab testing equipment.

  • HMI-Based Touchscreen Model
  • Inverted straight plates for zero slip gripping support
  • Auto Stop at the home position after test completion
  • Provision of Cyclic Test
  • Microprocessor-based for accuracy and repeatability
  • Option for the user to switch off the machine in case of buckling of the test sample.
  • The in-house standalone calibration facility
  • Speed Control Sensing mechanism with Sample placement.
  • Program profile for programming test parameters and product identification in the test report
  • Automatic Test and Return Speed Selection.
  • Easy Data Management. Users can create product identification, user name, etc.
  • Graph Test report of Load Vs Deflection
  • Data Tabulation in Data Record format.
  • USB option available for storing test data
  • Data output in Graphical and data record format.
  • History Data involves User name, date, time, Deflection, etc.

Technical Specifications of top load tester

It is important to test the top load strength of PET bottles because they are often used to hold liquids under pressure. If the bottle fails, the contents can be released suddenly, which can cause injury or damage, or even loss of the product. Presto Digital Top Load Tester testing instrument is one of the widely used testing machines in the PET bottle industry that will help to determine the top load strength of PET bottles with ease. Below, we have listed the technical specifications of this quality lab testing equipment.

  • Max. Load Range: 100 Kgf
  • Accuracy: +_ 2% full scale (with master load)
  • Least Count/Resolution: 10gm
  • Power: 220V, Single Phase, 50 Hz
  • Display: HMI (Touchscreen)
  • Sample size: Max. Bottle height 500 mm.

With these features and technical specifications, one can easily conduct top-load tests on the materials and ensure that quality products will be delivered to the customers. If you want to conduct a free sample testing session regarding this lab testing instrument, then give us a call at +91-9210903903 or email us at info@prestogroup.com. Our team of technical experts will consult you regarding all your needs and requirements.

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