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SCAN P34 is a crush testing standard that was developed to measure the compressive strength of corrugated paper samples using a crush tester.
Crush testing is a reliable and accurate testing method to determine the strength of corrugated paper. This type of compression testing is favored by research and development experts, and is an essential component of a solid corrugated, paper and board quality assurance process.
Crush testing methods and standards were created to develop a common basis for communication between corrugated manufacturers and their customers. Crush testing methods are typically developed by industry and follow internationally recognized principles. The various compression tests are designed to illustrate the peak load a sample can handle
The SCAN P34 standard is suitable for a wide variety of corrugated board testing.
The crush test resistance of corrugated board is the maximum compressive force that a test piece will sustain before being crushed. To carry out a compression test you’ll need to stand your sample on one edge and apply force to the opposite edge under specified conditions.
So, how can Industrial Physics improve your SCAN P34 crush testing?
Messmer Büchel Crush Tester 17-56
The Crush Test is a robust, easy-to-use compression testing machine. Exactly what you need when performing crush tests. Our industry-leading crush tester is suitable for a wide variety of samples, including corrugated board, tubes, corrugated paper and plastics.
We’ve learnt a thing or two about paper and board testing over the decades. Now Industrial Physics is recognized as a brand that likes to bring new, innovative compression testers to market.
We like to share our knowledge and we’re here to help you to answer your questions about compression testing. Across the knowledgebase section of our website we publish lots of blogs on related subjects.
First up, why not try this blog that explores the merits of short-span compression testing? Or this one that covers quality standards for corrugated cardboard. Then you could download our whitepaper on physical testing application information of paper and board.
If you have any questions about SCAN P34 compression testing and how we can help you with other aspects of your paper and board testing, then just get in touch!
If you have any further questions, then don’t hesitate to get in touch!
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