A new test instrument accessory to check the optimum peel strength of sealed lids on yoghurt packaging has been developed by UK firm Lloyd Instruments. The TG 5346 peel fixture is the latest addition ...

Different materials are used to make packaging in various shapes depending on the products it is intended to protect. Some forms of packaging include sealed bags to maintain the freshness of food, ...

This video illustrates an adhesive peel strength test performed on an Instron universal testing machine equipped with 90° peel fixture. FINAT Test Method No. 2 is used to investigate peel adhesion of ...

In my three preceding columns, I discussed the testing of sandwich panels as unit structures. This included flexural and shear testing of beams and panels. However, such tests — and hardware ...