Edgewise crush test (ECT) for cardboard
The Edgewise crush test (ECT) measures the edge strength of boards. The results give an indication of the board's resistance to crushing during processing and use.
In the ECT test, the test specimen is loaded perpendicularly to the open edge of the board sample.
- Suitable sample matrices
- Corrugated board
- Typical turnaround time
- 2 weeks after receiving the samples
- Quality system
- Accredited testing laboratory
- Device types
- Method expert
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