The PET bottles are often transported by stacking them upon each other. This might cause the bottle in the bottom row to buckle, compress and deform. The manufacturers need to test the amount of load that the bottles can bear when they are put under compressive forces. The Top Load Tester- Digital is the instrument that gives an exact test result for the buckling capacity of the bottles or PET containers.

1. Pacorr Testing Instruments Pvt. Ltd
Paper & Packaging Testing Instruments

2. BOX COMPRESSION STRENGTH TESTER- DIGITAL
‘PACORR’ Compression Strength Tester for transport packages is fabricated out of rigid mild steel
sections and plates. The lower platen on which the box is kept for pressing is fixed on the frame of the
tester. The package under test is placed over this platen and pressed down from top with the help of another
platen. The upper platen is moved down by means of a screw arrangement. This platen is pivoted so that is
can tilt to align its lower face with the top of the package, if the top and bottom faces of the package are not
parallel. For conducting the edge and corner loading tests the upper platen can be held rigidly so that it does
not tilt.
The load cell used for measurement of compressive force acting on the package under test is mounted above
the upper platen. The load is indicated on a microprocessor based digital indicator. The load indicator has
peak force memory to indicate the maximum load at which the package failed, and a relay with overload
protection to stop the motor if the load exceeds the maximum capacity of the load cell.
The movement to the upper platen is given through a motor and gearbox arrangement. The distance moved
by the upper platen is indicated on a separate digital display capable of measuring the distance to the nearest
1 mm. The equipment has over-travel protection arrangement to stop the motor at extreme limits of platen
movement.
TECHNICAL DATA
 Model: PCBCTD
 Type: Compression
 Capacity: 500 Kgf & 1000Kgf
 Display: LED (Digital)
 Accuracy: ± 2% full scale (with master load).
 Least Count: 200gm & 500gm
 Power: 220V, Single phase, 50 Hz
 Test Platform Size : 600mm x 600 mm & 1000mm x 1000mm
 Test Speed: 12.5 ± 2.5 mm/min
 Motor: 1 HP Three Phase , 1350 rpm
 Standard: ASTM D642, ASTM D4169, TAPPI T804, ISO 12048, and JIS Z0212.
 Options: Computerized Model Available (Model: PCBCTC)
Features:
 Microprocessor based display for accurate test results
 Highly accurate test results under uniform compression Force
 TARE and Peak Hold Facility Available
 Over travel protection
 Strong base plate with rugged structure
 Bright LED display
 Available in various platform sizes and Load Cell Capacity.

3. BURSTING STRENGTH TESTER- ANALOGUE
‘PACORR’ Bursting Strength Tester - Analogue is designed to find bursting strength of paper /
paperboard, Polyfilms etc. A test specimen is held between two annular clamps under sufficient pressure to
minimize slippage. The upper clamping surface, which is in contact with the test specimen, has a continuous
spiral groove and the lower clamping surface has a number of concentric grooves. A circular diaphragm of
pure gum rubber is clamped between the lower clamping plate and a pressure cylinder so that before the
diaphragm is stretched by pressure underneath it the center of its upper surface is below the plane of the
clamping surface.
The equipment is fitted with a motor driven cam mechanism, which increases fluid displacement on the
lower side of the diaphragm at a specified rate. The equipment is fitted with an arrangement that
automatically brings down the pressure and stops the motor on completion of the test cycle. Two maximum
reading type pressure gauges with isolating valves are provided for giving the bursting pressure.
The equipment is ruggedly designed to give a long and trouble free life. The components are either chrome
/ zinc plated or finished in shore blue metallic painting to give the tester a corrosion resistant finish.
TECHNICAL DATA
 Model: PCBSTA
 Capacity: 0 – 7 kg/cm² and 0 – 35 kg/cm²
 Display: Analogue
 Opening in upper clamp: 35.5 mm diameter
 Openings in lower clamp: 38.1 mm diameter
 Accuracy: ± 1% within 10% to 90% of entire range as per IS: 1828.
 Least Count/Resolution: 0.2 kg/cm² for Gauge I 1.0 kg/cm² for
Gauge II
 Power: 220V, Single phase, 50 Hz
 Test fluid : Glycerin about 98% purified(lab grade)
 Rate of fluid displacement: 95 cc/minute
 Motor: 1/4 HP Single Phase , 1440 rpm
 Control Method: Analog
 Standard: BS 3137, ISO 2758, ISO 3303-1:2012, ISO 3689-1983, ASTM D 3786-01, ASTM D 3786 -
80A, ISO 1060 PART-1 1987, ASTM D774
Features:
 Ease of installation, high accuracy, and fine performance.
 Calibration facility is also available.
 Single Push Button Operation
 Highly accurate test results under multidirectional Force
 Strong Gripping clamps
 Grooved structure of Test Specimen Holder to avoid slippage and intact holding of specimen
under test
 No slippage in case specimen is tightened uniformly using operating wheel

4. BURSTING STRENGTH TESTER- DIGITAL
‘PACORR’ Bursting Strength Tester - Digital is designed to find bursting strength of fabric / leather /
paper / paperboard. A test specimen is held between two annular clamps under sufficient pressure to
minimize slippage. The upper clamping surface, which is in contact with the test specimen, has a continuous
spiral groove and the lower clamping surface has a number of concentric grooves.
A circular diaphragm of pure gum rubber is clamped between the lower clamping plate and a pressure
cylinder so that before the diaphragm is stretched by pressure underneath it the center of its upper surface
is below the plane of the clamping surface.
The equipment is ruggedly designed to give a long and trouble free life. The components are either chrome
/ zinc plated or finished in shore blue metallic painting to give the tester a corrosion resistant finish.
TECHNICAL DATA
 Model: PCBSTD
 Pressure Range: 40 Kg/ cm2
 Least Count : 0.1 Kg/cm2
 Display: Digital
 Opening in upper clamp: 35.5 mm diameter
 Openings in lower clamp: 38.1 mm diameter
 Rate of fluid displacement: 95 cc/minute
 Test fluid: Glycerin
 Motor: ¼ HP Single Phase
 Peak Hold Facility: Yes
 Safety Switch: Yes
 Accuracy: ± 1% within 10% to 90% of entire range as per IS: 1828
 Standards: ASTM D3786, BS 3137, ISO 2758, ISO 3303-1:2012, ISO 3689-1983, IS – 1060, 1987,
ASTM D774
Features:
 Digital indication of readings.
 This equipment is completely microprocessor based with original ‘Intel’ chip.
 TARE facility incorporated.
 Peak Hold facility for keeping the maximum value in the memory.
 Bright LED display.
 Single Push Button Operation
 Microprocessor based display for accurate test results
 Memory to hold up to 9 test reading
 Highly accurate test results under multidirectional Force
 Strong Gripping clamps
 Grooved structure of Test Specimen Holder to avoid slippage and intact holding of specimen
under test
 No slippage in case specimen is tightened uniformly using operating wheel

5. GSM ROUND CUTTER
Round sample cutter for determination of GSM of any material in film form such as carpet, coated
fabrics, fabrics, felt, foam, paper or paper board, or plastic sheets is used for preparing test specimens
out of the material under test.
‘PACORR’ GSM Round Cutter cuts out circular test specimens of 100 cm² area rapidly and accurately.
Grammage or GSM of the material under test is determined by multiplying the mass of the circular
specimen obtained by 100.
The equipment consists of an aluminium body fitted with a set of four replaceable blades and also
provided with safety catch lock. The reversible blades allow the use of all the four edges of each blade.
Two special cutting pads are provided with the unit.
The sample to be cut is placed on the cutting pad on which the sample cutter is placed. After releasing
the safety catch lock, a slight pressure is exerted on the hand wheel to bring the blades into contact with
the fabric. The hand wheel is then rotated under pressure to cut out the specimens.
TECHNICAL DATA
 Model: PCGSMRC-1
 Sample Area: 100 sq.cm
 Sample Diameter: 112.8 mm
 Handle material: Bakelite molded
 Movement of Handle: ¼ round to cut a sample
 Features:
 Table Top Model
 High-Quality Aluminum pressure die cast the main body
 Light weight and resilient
 Heavy Duty German cutting Blades with GSM Round Cutter
 Available with Safety Latch Facility

6. DIGITAL WEIGHING BALANCE
Specifications:
 Weighing Capacity: 200gm
 Least Count: 0.001gm
 Display Resolution: 2,00,000
 Pan Size: 110mm (Diameter)
 Draft Shield: Included
 Display Digits/ Size: 7 Digits/ 13mm
 Operating Temperature: +10 Deg. C to +50 Deg. C
 Calibration: External
 Processor: Digital 8 bit micro-computer
 Technology: Magnetic Force Restoration Technology (MFRT)
 Display: Green Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD)
 Power Supply: Input- 230V AC, 50 Hz
Output- 6.9V DC @ 1.5A
Max Watt- 13W
MOISTURE METER- DELHMORST P-2000
The moisture meter is a device that is mainly used for measurement of moisture content in materials such
as wood, paper, corrugated sheets and many similar materials. The moisture content that is present in the
specimen is expressed in percentage. The working principle of the moisture meter is mainly based on the
electrical conductivity of the material which depicts the moisture content present in the Specimen. The
instrument is designed for easy operation and high accuracy with great repeatability.
TECHNICAL DATA
 Instrument Size – Portable carried in a case
 Power Supply – 110 / 220 VAC, 50/60 Hz
 Moisture range:
 4.3% to 18% for Paper
 8% to 40% baled scrap paper
 Display – LCD Display

7. DROP TESTER
Pacorr drop tester is used for determination of effect of dropping on transport packages. This test helps
to determine the ability of the packages and packing material placed inside them for cushioning to
provide protection to its contents and to measure the ability of the container to withstand rough
handling.
In this test the package to be tested is placed on a frame having two swivable doors. The height of the
frame is adjusted to the desired value. The doors are opened suddenly, the package is dropped on to a
steel platform, and the extent of damage caused evaluated.
PACORR Drop Tester for transport packages consists of a dropping mechanism and a heavy fabricated
base plate fitted with a heavy vertical pipe for guiding the dropping mechanism.
The base is made from mild steel plate. The frame on which the base plate is mounted is heavily
reinforced with mild steel flats placed vertically below it to prevent it from getting distorted under
repeated impacts given by the falling packages. The dropping arrangement is fitted on one side of the
frame.
TECHNICAL DATA
 Model: PCDT-1
 Height: 1.8 meter (Adjustable)
 Load: Up to 60Kg.
 Minimum Drop Height: 500mm (0.50 m)
 Maximum Drop Height: 1800mm (1.8 m)
 Maximum sample Weight: 60 Kg
 Sample Mounting table: 500mm x 500 mm
 Adjustable angle holder is provided with the device.
 Type of tests:
1. Straight Drop
2. Angular Drop
 Safety: Locking pin
 Standards: IS:7028 Pt IV
Features:
 Provision to uplift test platform by guide mechanism
 Drop Height adjustable clamp
 Straight and Angular Drop tests can be performed on a single Instrument
 Strong base plate with rugged structure
 Optional Features: Pneumatic model and in various platform sizes also available as per
requirement.

8. COBB SIZING TESTER
The amount of water absorbed by any paper is dependent on various characteristics such as its sizing and
porosity etc. The sizing of paper can be determined by conducting a water absorption test with the help of
a Cobb tester.
In this test the weight of water absorbed by a known area of the paper under test in a specified duration of
time is determined, from which the sizing characteristic is evaluated. However, this method is not
recommended for determination of sizing characteristic of writing paper.
Pacorr Cobb Sizing Tester consists of a ring shaped shallow brass reservoir of a specified cross sectional
area fitted on a swinging plate, a steel back up plate lined with a sheet of rubber, and a clamping bar to
clamp the backup plate on the specimen placed over the reservoir.
The swinging plate is pivoted on two bolts to enable it to be swung over for adding water to the brass
reservoir and is held over a flat metallic base. The base also has a provision for placing the test specimen
on a stainless steel lined flat surface for rolling after exposure to water.
TECHNICAL DATA
 Inner diameter of reservoir: 112.8 mm
 Area of opening of reservoir: 100 cm2
 Height of reservoir: 25 mm
 Diameter of brass roller: 100 mm
 Length of brass roller: 200 mm
 Weight of brass roller: 10 kg
RELEVANT STANDARDS
IS 1060 (Part 1) – 1966: Methods of Sampling and Test for Paper and Allied Products
TAPPI – T 441 om-90: Water Absorptiveness of Paper and Paperboard (Cobb test)

9. LABORATORY HOT AIR OVEN - DIGITAL
Pacorr Hot Air Oven with digital temperature controller has a test chamber of triple walled construction.
The inner walls are made of stainless steel and the outer walls MS powder coated. The chamber is fitted
with two adjustable perforated shelves for keeping the test specimen in the test equipment.
The oven is heated electrically with the help of heaters placed on both sides of the chamber. An air-
circulating fan is provided for even temperature distribution. The temperature inside the test chamber is
indicated and controlled with the help of a digital temperature indicator cum controller.
TECHNICAL DATA
 Model: PCLHAO-1
 Inner dimensions of test chamber: 450 x 450 x 450 mm
 Temperature range: Ambient to 250º C
 Power Requirement: 220/ 230 V AC
 Result Display: LED (Digital)
 Tolerance: ± 2ºC
 Resolution: 1ºC
 Power Supply: 15A, 220V, Single phase, 50 Hz
 Timer Range: Up to 999 hrs
 Temperature Range: Ambient to 250ºC
 Shelves: 2 Nos.
Features:
 Double walled chamber; inside body: stainless steel
 Outer body – Mild Steel neatly powder Coated
 Insulation between the double walls is provided by imported mineral glass wool
 Microprocessor based Programmable Digital temperature controller cum indicator
 Special T/P action ensures that temperature does not overshoot requirement
 Temperature control through PT-100 sensor
 Highly accurate test results under uniform temperatures in the chamber
 Maximum Thermal Efficiency by insulation means.
 Digital Preset Timer
 Provision of Set Time and Process time on timer display
 Inbuilt Auto tuning function
 Bright LED display
 Inbuilt Auto tuning function
 Provision to set PV and SV value
 Equipped with rapid air circulation fan for uniform and homogenous heating and maintaining
temperature inside the chamber
 Vent for forced air changes and calibration facility
 Setting to RTD PT-100 sensor through advanced PID controller

10. ELMENDORF TEARING TESTER
The tearing strength of fabrics, papers, plastic films, or other similar materials in sheet form is determined
by measurement of work done in tearing through a fixed length of the test specimen using the Elmendorf
tear tester.
Pacorr Elmendorf Tearing Tester consists of a brass sector pendulum pivoted on low-friction ball
bearings over a vertical bracket fixed on a rigid metallic base. The test specimen, in shape of a rectangle, is
held between two clamps, one of which is mounted on the pendulum and the other is mounted on the vertical
bracket. The clamps are mounted in such a manner that their holding faces are aligned with each other when
the pendulum is locked in its raised position. The pendulum is released by lifting a release lever. This action
causes the pendulum to fall down under its weight and to tear the test specimen while doing so. The energy
absorbed during tearing is indicated on a scale fitted on the pendulum by a low friction pointer pivoted on
the axis of the pendulum.
An adjustable knife is also mounted on the pendulum support bracket. It is centered between the two clamps
and is used for making the initial slit in the test specimen.
A check weight is supplied with the tester for verification of the scale.
The apparatus is finished in shore blue metallic painting and bright chrome plating to give it a corrosion
resistant finish.
Augmenting weights for increasing the range of the tester for testing high strength materials are available
as optional accessories. Low strength materials can be tested by mounting multiple specimens at the same
time.
TECHNICAL DATA
 Capacity of the Tearing : 1600 g (can be increased to 3200 g or
6400 g by adding augmenting weights
 Tearing Distance : 43 +/0.15mm
 Size of Slit : 20mm
 Reading of Scale : 0 to 100% Range
 Scale Reading: 0 to 100% of range
 Accuracy: ± 2% within entire range.
 Least count of scale : 1%
 Pendulum Release Mechanism: Manual through brake release pin
 Finish: Powder coated Havel Gray & Blue combination finish and bright chrome / zinc plating for
corrosion resistant finish
 Standards: ASTM D1424 – 09(2013)1, ASTM D624 – 00(2012), ASTM D689.
Features:
 The instrument consists of a falling pendulum to cover various measuring ranges.
 High-Quality rugged structure with corrosion resistant main body
 Falling pendulum types instrument
 Single handed hassle free operation
 Highly accurate test results under multiple pendulum weights
 Strong gripping fixture for holding test samples
 Pendulum release mechanism to cover various measuring range
 Inbuilt calibration weights

11. Related Standards:
 IS 6489-1971: Method for Determination of Tear Strength of Woven Textile Fabrics by
Elmendorf tester
 ASTM D 689-1996: Test for Internal Tearing Resistance of Paper
 ASTM D 1424-1996: Tear Resistance of Woven Fabrics by Falling Pendulum (Elmendorf)
Apparatus
 ASTM D 1922-1994: Propagation Tear Resistance of Plastic Film and Thin Sheeting by Pendulum
Method
PAPER STIFFNESS TESTER
The bending stiffness of a Paper and Paperboard is an important attribute which must be tested for best
quality. The manufacturers of the products must test the quality of the products by testing its bending
stiffness height. The instrument gives accurate and precise test results for the test specimen used in
industrial labs.
TECHNICAL DATA
 Weight of pendulum – 500, 1000, 2000, 3000, 5000 SU
 Weight of stud – 10 ± 0.001gm
 Sample size – 70 ± 1mm X 38.1 ± 0.3mm
 Unit scale range - 0 – 100
 Angle - 7.5°, 15°
 Motor – 2 RPM
 Power – 220V, 50Hz, single phase
Features:
 The friction of pendulum is based on high procession bearing.
 It has 2 clamps. 1 is ratchet style and other is the flat type.
 The instrument stands on telescopic legs
 The main body is made up of mild steel or aluminium
 It has combination finish and bright chrome plating
 Standards: ASTM D1388, BS 3356, DIN 53362

12. Vibration Table
Vibration test is not only desired for products used in grueling working circumstances and being looked
on as the environmental test in the distribution routes. It is because that the effect of shock in transit
having on products is to such an extent that they deteriorate progressively and it often leads products
unusable. Needless to say, ordinary products are mostly put in far severer conditions in the distribution
routes than in their working condition.
The test method simulated the conditions occur on a package during transit and is an effective
equipment for package design and performance analysis before production and use.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
 Area of Table: 800mm x 800mm
 Frequency: 5 – 7 Hz
 Maximum Test Load: 50 Kg
 Railing Guard Height: 300 mm
 Timer: 0 – 99 Hours
 Amplitude: 25mm
 Controls: Digital
 Power Supply: 220 V AC, 50Hz
 Standards: TAPPI T 817 OM 89, ASTM D 999 – 96, FEFCO : TM 52 – 1999,
IS: 7028 (PART II) 1973
Features:
 Independent control panel for operator’s safety.
 The digital screen display the vibration frequency.
 AC frequency control.
 Unique Design, Easy Operation.

13. PUNCTURE RESISTANCE TESTER
Pacorr Puncture Resistance Tester is used to determine the resistance to puncture of paper and
paperboard. The equipment is used to measure the resistance of paper, paperboard and other similar
materials when subjected to puncture and determination of absorbed energy. The equipment is
designed to give an accurate and reliable indication of the resistance offered by the packaging materials
to puncture.
TECHNICAL DATA
 Range of Weights: 6, 12, 24, 48 Joules
 Pendulum arm travels through 90º
 Display: Digital (LED)
 Power: Single Phase, 220V AC, 50Hz
 Standards: IS 4006 1987 (Part-II), TAPPI –T803, ISO 3036 and ASTM D781.
 Incorporates Micro Processor-based control panel
 Stiff, strong steel frame to avoid losses of energy
 Triangular pyramid striking head
EDGE CRUSH TESTER- DIGITAL
Pacorr Crush Tester is designed for performing Ring Crush Test (RCT), Edge Crush Test (ECT) & Flat Crush
Test (FCT) on a variety of materials like paper, paperboard, etc.
TECHNICAL DATA
 Measuring range: 100Kgf
 Measuring Unit: kgf
 Least count: 0.01 kgf
 Accuracy: ± 2% of reading.
 Test speed: 12.5 mm/min.
 Platen Size: 100mm Diameter.
 Supplied with attachments for testing Ring Crush & Edge Crush.
 Power: 220 VAC, 50Hz Single Phase.
 Related Standards: IS 7063-2
Features:
 Microprocessor based accurate read-out on a digital display.
 Electronic Force measurement by the Load.
 Electro-mechanical Loading System.
 Sophisticated Electronic Controls for precision and easy operation.
 Peak-Hold facility.
 Separate fixtures for ring crush, edge crush and flat crush test.
 Highly accurate test results under compression force
 Strong gripping clamps.