Edge Crush Tester (ECT)

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Edge Crush Tester Digital is a consistent tool to measure the strength of cardboard boxes and packaging containers. 4B Testing Equipments Edge Crush Tester is manufactured under test Standard IS 7063.

Edge Crush Tester (ECT) is a precision laboratory testing instrument designed to measure the edgewise compressive strength of corrugated board and packaging materials. It helps manufacturers evaluate the stacking strength and load-bearing capacity of corrugated boxes, ensuring they can withstand storage, handling, and transportation without failure. Widely used in the packaging, paper, and corrugated box industries, the Edge Crush Tester enables accurate quality control, supports compliance with international testing standards such as TAPPI T811 and ISO 3037, and helps optimize packaging performance while reducing material waste and product damage.

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Description

The GV Shaker Machine is a high-performance laboratory instrument designed to provide uniform and consistent shaking for a wide range of testing, mixing, and sample preparation applications. It is widely used in quality control laboratories, research facilities, pharmaceutical industries, chemical laboratories, food processing units, and educational institutions. Engineered for precision and durability, the machine ensures reliable performance while maintaining stable shaking speeds for accurate and repeatable results.

Built with a robust construction and an easy-to-use control panel, the GV Shaker Machine supports continuous operation with minimal vibration and noise. Its adjustable speed settings allow users to perform gentle mixing as well as intensive shaking, making it suitable for handling flasks, bottles, test tubes, and various laboratory containers. The compact design saves workspace while delivering efficient and dependable operation for daily laboratory use.

Features

Microprocessor based display for accurate test results
Bright LED display
Feather touch controls
Strong gripping clamps.
Highly accurate test results under compression force
Inbuilt calibration facility
Display for compression strength of test specimen
Separate fixtures for ring crush, edge crush and flat crush test

Specification

Below are the standard technical specifications commonly available in a digital Edge Crush Tester (ECT) used for testing corrugated board, paperboard, and packaging materials. Specifications may vary slightly by manufacturer.

Load Cell Capacity	100 Kgf
Accuracy	±2% at full load (with master load)
Test Speed	12.5 ± 2.5 mm/min
Least Count/Resolution	0.01 Kgf
Power	220V, Single phase, 50 Hz
Display	LED (Digital)

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is an Edge Crush Tester (ECT)?

An Edge Crush Tester (ECT) is a laboratory testing instrument used to measure the edgewise compressive strength of corrugated board. It helps determine the stacking strength and durability of corrugated boxes used in packaging and shipping.

2. Why is the Edge Crush Test important?

The Edge Crush Test is important because it evaluates the load-bearing capacity of corrugated cardboard. It ensures that packaging materials can withstand stacking pressure during storage and transportation without collapsing.

3. Which industries use an Edge Crush Tester?

Edge Crush Testers are widely used in the packaging, paper, corrugated box manufacturing, logistics, e-commerce, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods industries.

4. What materials can be tested using an Edge Crush Tester?

An Edge Crush Tester is primarily designed to test corrugated fiberboard, corrugated cartons, paperboard, and other packaging materials that require edge compression strength evaluation.

5. How does an Edge Crush Tester work?

The tester applies a controlled compressive force to the edge of a corrugated board specimen until it fails. The maximum force recorded before failure represents the edge crush strength of the material.

6. What are the benefits of using an Edge Crush Tester?

Using an Edge Crush Tester helps manufacturers improve packaging quality, reduce product damage during transit, ensure compliance with industry standards, minimize material wastage, and enhance customer satisfaction.