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Explore every stage of the modern plastic bottle and container manufacturing process with our interactive process map. From raw material preparation and preform production through to stretch blow molding, filling preparation, inspection, labeling, and palletizing, every step requires precision, consistency, and rigorous quality control. By clicking on each stage within the diagram below, you…
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Explore every stage of the modern canmaking line with our interactive beverage can manufacturing process map. From coil handling and cupping through to decorating, necking, and palletizing, each step in the process demands precision, consistency, and quality assurance. By hovering over each stage in the diagram below, you can discover the most relevant beverage can…
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Overview Burst strength testing is one of the most widely used methods for evaluating the performance of sealed flexible packaging. It applies controlled internal pressure to a package until failure, measuring the point at which the seal or material gives way. For quality managers, R&D specialists, and operations experts working across flexible packaging production, burst…
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Definition: Wet coating thickness measurement is the process of measuring the thickness of applied coating or paint layer immediately after it has been applied to a metal coil substrate — before the coated product enters the curing oven and dries. This is achieved using non-contact, optical sensor-based technology positioned inline at the point of application. Why it matters: In coil coating production lines, coatings travel at high…
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Color consistency in metal can manufacturing refers to the ability to reproduce a brand's specified colors accurately and repeatedly across every decorated aluminum or steel beverage can - regardless of production run, facility, or geography. In the can-making industry, color is measured using three attributes: hue (the recognized color, such as red or blue), chroma (the vividness or saturation of that color), and lightness (how light or dark the color appears). These are quantified using…
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Our metrology toolkit has been created by specialist experts with in-depth knowledge It offers insight and best practice advice for UK-based manufacturers working with CMMs, arms, height gauges, or master artefacts. Through UKAS-accredited Torus Metrology Services, you can rest assured that your metrology needs are being handled by true specialists with the appropriate knowledge, certifications, and expertise required to deliver results. Our free toolkit offers advice on…
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To ensure that paints and coatings are easy to apply and durable in their nature, oils and additives are required. To know that the addition of these components doesn’t adversely affect the composition of your final paint or coating, you need thorough and efficient viscosity testing. Oils and lubricant additives in paint The addition of…
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Can seaming to achieve robust, hermetically sealed metal packaging is a preferred practice to protect a wide range of types of products across many industries. An effective double seam is crucial to the integrity of a can. The process of can seaming has been around for decades and has undergone some massive transformations over the…
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Overview of washability testing Washability testing evaluates how well a paint, coating, varnish, or ink withstands the mechanical stress of cleaning. It is one of the most widely specified durability tests in the coatings industry, informing product development decisions, quality control processes, and regulatory compliance across architectural paints, industrial coatings, and printed packaging. Understanding washability…
Washability testing is a standardized quality assurance method used to evaluate the resistance of paints, coatings, varnishes, and surface finishes to degradation caused by repeated cleaning or scrubbing. It measures how well a coated surface maintains its integrity, color, and appearance when subjected to wet or dry abrasion over a controlled number of strokes or cycles. Definition…
A Pasteurization Unit (PU) is a unit of measurement commonly used in brewing and beverage pasteurization to quantify the amount of thermal treatment a product receives during pasteurization. It expresses the combined effect of temperature and time on the reduction or inactivation of target microorganisms. Definition In brewing, one PU is defined as the equivalent heat treatment…
A reference glossary of the key terms, units, and concepts used in pasteurization monitoring for the brewing and beverage industry. All entries link to detailed explainers where available. Core Terms Term Definition Pasteurization Unit (PU) A unit of measurement commonly used in brewing and beverage pasteurization, representing the equivalent thermal treatment of one minute at…
Pasteurization is one of the most critical steps in beer and beverage production. It is designed to reduce or inactivate target microorganisms, which may include pathogens depending on the product, while preserving product taste, texture, and nutritional value. But pasteurization only delivers on its promise when time and temperature parameters are accurately achieved and verified. This is…
Greater understanding of impact resistance of polymers and composites leads to materials and application innovation across a wide variety of industries. Along with quality assurance and standard reference data, impact testing also provides a fundamental understanding of a materials structure and allows for assessment in relation to end-use function. Advanced Impact Analysis Advanced impact analysis…
