Descriptions of Tests,Inspections, and Services Available:

Test

• Buckle-(Dome Reversal) - Can bottom, End
• Axial Load - (Vertical Crush-resistance) - Can body, Plastic bottle
• Mobility/Lubricity-(Coefficient of Friction) - Can body, Flat samples
• Panel Strength-(Sidewall collapse resistance) - Can body
• Pop/tear-(Pull resistance) -Tab, Panel
• Rivet-(Break resistance) - Tab rivet
• Burst - Aerosol can
• Leak - End at score, Rivet, Pinhole,etc.

Inspection

• Ends - Curl, Diameter, Depth, etc.
• Cans - Flange width, Neck diameter, etc.
• Enamel - Can coating continuity

Services

• Calibrated Leakers -Precision holes are created in can lids to serve as test media for high speed leak testers. Leaker range extends from 0.1 to 15.0 cc's/10 seconds/10 psig.
•  Maintenance and Calibration Program-Testers can be returned on a periodic basis to TECH ® Products Division for upgrades, refurbishment and calibration.
•  On Site Service Visits - Skilled technical staff is available to perform Maintenance and Calibration at your facility.