Drick DRK123-1 Compression Tester for Plastic Pails, Edible Oil Containers, PET Water Bottles & Corrugated Shipping Cases

Overview

The Drick DRK123-1 Compression Tester is an industrial-grade static compression testing system engineered for quantitative mechanical evaluation of rigid and semi-rigid packaging containers under uniaxial compressive load. It operates on the principle of controlled displacement-driven force measurement, conforming to standardized quasi-static loading protocols defined in ISO 2872, ISO 2874, GB/T 4857.3, and GB/T 4857.4. Designed specifically for quality assurance laboratories in packaging manufacturing, food & beverage filling facilities, and third-party testing institutes, the instrument delivers repeatable, traceable force–displacement data for structural integrity validation of transport packaging systems—including plastic pails (e.g., 5–20 L edible oil drums), PET water bottles (up to 20 L capacity), corrugated fiberboard shipping cases (RSC, HSC, SLX), paperboard cans, composite IBC totes, and honeycomb board containers.

Key Features

• ARM-based embedded control architecture with 8-inch capacitive touchscreen interface—enabling intuitive test setup, real-time monitoring, and onboard data review without external PC dependency.
• Three standardized test modes: Peak Crush Force (maximum compressive load at failure), Static Stack Load (sustained load simulation per ISO 2874), and Pass/Fail Pressure Threshold Testing (programmable target force with automatic pass/fail judgment).
• Dual precision ball screws with dual linear guide columns ensure exceptional parallelism ( 120 kN/mm), minimizing lateral deflection during high-load testing.
• Servo motor drive system delivering precise speed control (0.1–500 mm/min, adjustable in 0.1 mm/min increments) and rapid position response (< 20 ms settling time), reducing cycle time by up to 35% versus stepper-based alternatives.
• High-fidelity force measurement chain: 24-bit analog-to-digital converter (10,000,000-count resolution) coupled with calibrated S-type load cell (±0.5% FS accuracy, Class C3 per ISO 376), ensuring traceable force data compliant with ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.
• Comprehensive safety architecture including mechanical end-stop limit switches, software-enforced overload cutoff (configurable threshold), emergency stop circuitry, and real-time fault diagnostics with on-screen error codes.
• Integrated thermal printer for immediate hardcopy output of test ID, peak force (N or kgf), deformation (mm), time-to-failure, and pass/fail status—fully traceable per GLP documentation standards.

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The DRK123-1 accommodates specimens ranging from 50 mm × 50 mm miniature cans to full-size 1200 mm × 1000 mm palletized loads via adjustable platens (standard 300 mm × 300 mm, optional 600 mm × 600 mm). It supports both empty and filled container configurations—provided internal contents remain non-hazardous and temperature-stable during test duration. All operational parameters adhere strictly to national and international regulatory frameworks: GB/T 4857.3–2022 (static stack load), GB/T 4857.4–2022 (crush resistance), ISO 2872:2021, ISO 2874:2021, and QB/T 1048–2021 (instrument performance specifications). Calibration certificates are supplied with NIST-traceable load cell verification and annual recalibration reminders embedded in firmware.

Software & Data Management

The system supports optional PC connectivity via USB 2.0 or RS-232, enabling bidirectional communication with Drick’s proprietary TestMaster v3.2 software. This Windows-based application provides live force–displacement curve visualization, multi-curve overlay comparison, statistical summary (mean, SD, CV%, min/max), customizable report templates (PDF/Excel export), and audit-trail-enabled user access control—meeting FDA 21 CFR Part 11 requirements for electronic records and signatures when configured with password-protected operator roles and immutable log files. Raw data files (.csv) retain timestamped metadata including operator ID, environmental conditions (optional hygrothermic sensor input), and calibration history.

Applications

• Corrugated box qualification: crush strength validation per ASTM D642 / ISO 12048 for e-commerce shipping cases.
• Plastic container certification: compressive load resistance testing of HDPE/PP pails used in edible oil, chemical, or agrochemical distribution.
• PET bottle stackability assessment: top-load performance verification for 500 mL–20 L beverage containers under warehouse storage conditions.
• IBC tote structural verification: static load endurance evaluation of 1000 L composite intermediate bulk containers prior to UN certification.
• Process validation support: routine QC checks for corrugated board mills, converting plants, and contract packagers seeking ISO 9001:2015 clause 8.5.1 compliance.

FAQ

What standards does the DRK123-1 comply with for calibration and operation?
It meets ISO/IEC 17025 metrological requirements for force measurement instruments and conforms to calibration procedures outlined in JJG 139–2014 (Chinese national standard for compression testers) and ISO 376:2011 for load cell verification.
Can the instrument perform dynamic or impact compression tests?
No—it is designed exclusively for quasi-static compression per ISO 2872/GB/T 4857.4; dynamic or drop-test functionality requires separate impact testing equipment.
Is remote firmware update supported?
Yes—firmware upgrades are delivered via USB flash drive with version-locked cryptographic signature verification to prevent unauthorized modification.
What platen size options are available for large-format IBC testing?
Standard 300 mm × 300 mm platens are included; optional 600 mm × 600 mm platens with reinforced mounting brackets are available as accessory kits (order code: DRK-PLT-600).
Does the system support integration with MES or LIMS platforms?
Via optional OPC UA or Modbus TCP gateway module (sold separately), enabling real-time data streaming to enterprise manufacturing execution or laboratory information management systems.