What is BS 4816 - Puncture resistance testing of board about?
During transportation or storage, packaging with goods can be exposed to the mass of other commodities, dropping from heights and transportation shock loads, which can lead to their puncture damage. The determination of the puncture resistance of the board determines the quality of the board.
BS 4816 provides a method for the determination of the puncture resistance of the board. BS 4816 specifies the apparatus and test procedure for determining the puncture resistance of the board. BS 4816 applies to all types of heavy boards, including corrugated fibreboard, and especially those used in the manufacture of packing cases.
Several makes of instruments are used for the measurement of the puncture resistance of board, differing only in minor details. The results obtained with these different makes of the instrument are similar but not necessarily identical. Therefore, for purposes of comparisons, it is essential to ensure that the same make of instrument is used for all tests.
Who is BS 4816 - Puncture resistance testing of board for?
BS 4816 on puncture resistance testing of board is useful for:
- The paperboard industry
- Paper mills
- Paper and board manufacturing companies 
- Suppliers and manufacturers of paperboard
- Laboratories for puncture resistance testing
- Researchers
- Quality control personnel
Why should you use BS 4816 - Puncture resistance testing of board?
Puncture resistance testing is a category of testing standards that focuses on measuring the ability of a sample, usually film, rubber, board, or paper to withstand being ruptured by a probe when force is applied at a constant speed.
BS 4816 provides you with a standard method to test the puncture resistance of the board that provides an accurate resistance to the puncture of the board. BS 4816 provides you guidance on the puncture tester instrument, pendulum, and puncture head. BS 4816 helps to evaluate how a component can withstand external or internal piercing loads without being damaged by those.
BS 4816 enables you to perform accurate and repeatable puncture resistance testing. BS 4816 guidelines help you to ensure the quality of the paperboard.
