Packaging drop test, packaging strength testing

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During distribution, packages will inevitably be dropped from time to time. By selecting the correct type of packaging, the risk to the contents can be reduced. Exactly what type of packaging is necessary will depend on the nature of the food or drink it contains.

The standardised drop test determines a container's ability to retain and protect its contents by dropping it from a predetermined height onto a concrete base, thus mimicking some of the risks associated with manual and mechanical handling. Tests are performed on flats, corners and edges of containers to recreate the different orientations in which a package can be dropped.

This is one of a suite of packaging strength methods available from Campden BRI related to transit testing or distribution chain testing.

Key services

Package strength and integrity

Packaging must be able to withstand the rigours of distribution and storage.

Paper and board

Different tests can be performed to assess the quality of paper or board.

Metal

Testing of canned products within metal packaging may be required for various reasons including product/pack compatibility.

Plastics

Different tests can be performed to assess the quality and strength of plastics.

Modified atmosphere packaging

Ensuring the correct gas composition and gas:product volume ratio is critical.

Packaging down the microscope

Microscopy can use a range of techniques to examine packaging materials including plastic and metal.

Packaging migration and taint analysis

Packaging must not transfer its constituents into food to the detriment of the food's quality.

Metal can double seam assessment and troubleshooting

We can assess internal and external dimensions for any defects and breaching of critical seam parameters

List of all tests

List of all packaging analysis and tests available.