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Therefore, comprehensive packaging testing, covering 3. Vibration Test: This test simulates the vibrations that
quality assessments of both structural strength and durability packaging experiences during handling and transport. Excessive
through mechanical testing and usability through accessibility vibration can lead to damage or loss of packaging strength, for
testing, helps ensure that products reach consumers in perfect, instance, causing label abrasion or tearing, which affects the clarity
safe condition. This process allows products to deliver value and completeness of information intended for consumers. This test
and create a memorable, distinctive impression that sets them ensures that packaging can protect the product against vibrations
apart from competitors, making them recognizable to throughout transit. Standards used by the Thai Packaging Centre
for this test include ISTA, ISO 2247, ASTM D999, and ASTM D4169.
consumers. 4. Puncture Resistance: This test evaluates the strength and
durability of paperboard or corrugated board during transport by
Mechanical Properties Testing of Packaging using a sharp, rigid object to assess the packaging’s ability to
Mechanical properties testing of packaging is used to assess withstand impact from pyramid- or triangular-shaped loads, which
the structural integrity and strength of the material and/or are potential sources of damage that could cause tearing and affect
packaging to ensure its durability, safety, and completeness the product inside. Standards used by the Thai Packaging Centre
during handling, transportation, and storage. Examples of for this test include TAPPI T803 and ISO 3036.
fundamental tests include:
1. Drop Test: This technique evaluates the durability of Packaging Accessibility Testing
packaging under simulated conditions, involving stress and Packaging accessibility testing assesses consumer satisfaction
with ease of use, typically focusing on consumer-oriented testing
impact that the packaging may encounter during handling, methods. Stakeholders in packaging, including businesses,
shipping, and storage. The objective is to confirm that the academics, and consumers, prioritize ease of use just as much as
packaging can protect the contents from damage and packaging strength. This focus is evident from certifications of
maintain the product’s integrity. Standards used by the international standards, such as ISO 11156:2011 Packaging –
Thai Packaging Centre for this test include ISTA (International Accessible design – General requirements, ISO 17480:2015
Safe Transit Association), ISO (International Organization for Packaging – Accessible design – Ease of opening, and ISO
Standardization) 2248, TAPPI (Technical Association of the 22015:2019 Packaging – Accessible design – Handling and
Pulp and Paper Industry) T802, and ASTM (American Society manipulation. Common assessment criteria include:
for Testing and Materials) D5276 and D4169. 1. Ergonomic Conformity: This evaluation focuses on comfort
and ease of handling, ensuring that the packaging is ergonomically
designed to reduce physical strain or fatigue during use.
2. Ease of Opening: This aspect is crucial in the design,
development, and selection of packaging, as packaging that is
easy to open and reclose securely meets user convenience and
creates a positive impression on consumers. Ultimately, this fosters
trust in the product and brand and establishes a favorable long-term
image. This testing should include disabled and elderly consumer
การทดสอบการตกกระแทก (Drop Tests) groups.
3. Clarity and Legibility of Information: This test assesses
the clarity, readability, and understandability of packaging
ที่่�มา / Source: https://www.nanasupplier.com/ information to ensure that essential details, such as ingredients,
salescalserve/p-189480 warnings, usage instructions, and other relevant data, are clear,
easy to understand, and printed in legible text.
4. Reclosability Test: This test evaluates whether packaging
can be securely reclosed after the initial opening and reopened
repeatedly, helping maintain product quality and enhancing user
convenience, reflecting care for the product.
2. Compression Test: This test assesses the maximum Packaging testing is not solely about regulatory compliance or
weight that the packaging can withstand without damaging quality control; it also plays a role in developing packaging that can
the product inside. It is typically used to evaluate the strength protect products, meet consumer satisfaction, and promote brand
of transport packaging (tertiary packaging). This test involves value. Therefore, focusing on packaging testing is a long-term
applying vertical external force on the package to simulate investment that can enhance quality and build consumer trust,
the pressure encountered during shipping, distribution, and contributing to the success of both products and the brand.
storage until the packaging collapses or reaches the specified
weight. Standards used by the Thai Packaging Centre for this
test include ISTA, ISO 2234, and ASTM D4169.
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เอกสารอ้างอิง / References
How to Ensure Product Quality and Customer Satisfaction Through
Package Testing.
https://www.entrepreneur.com/growing-a-business/the-importance-
of-package-testing-and-how-to-do-it/454408
Packaging Physical and Mechanical Properties Testing.
https://www.intertek.com/packaging/testing/physical-and-mechan
ical-properties/.
The Ultimate Guide to Package Testing: Ensuring Your Products
Arrive Safely Every Time.
การทดสอบการต้านแรงกด (Compression Tests) https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/ultimate-guide-package-test
ing-ensuring-your-products-p2vye
You Need to Know.
ที่่�มา / Source:https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95925-thinking- The Role of Packaging Testing in Product Success: Everything
inside-the-box https://peekage.com/blog/packaging-testing
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