Drop Tester

Overview

A drop tester is a tool used in evaluating the durability and impact resistance of products and their packaging during handling, shipping and storage. The drop tester operates on the controlled free-fall principle. The test sample is dropped on a rigid surface at a predetermined height to simulate the real shock and impacts. As part of the simulation, the drop tester will help identify weaknesses, or areas for improvement, in packaging design and confirm that products within electronics, plastics and consumer goods are safe and of good quality.

How Does Drop Tester Work?

A drop tester is a device that tests the durability and shock resistance of products and their packaging by simulating actual usage and transport shock. Movement consists of placing the specimen at a predetermined drop height and dropping it onto a hard, flat surface. The product can be dropped in a flat position (i.e., a straight drop) or can be dropped in an inclined or rotated position (i.e., rotational drop) to better replicate a usage condition.

During impact, the product is checked for damage, deformation, or failure, typically through the use of sensors or visual examination. This function identifies any areas of weakness in the product or packaging, enabling manufacturers to improve design, material selection and ensure compliance with standards of quality and safety.

Benefits of the Drop Tester 

Guarantees Product Longevity

Drop testers help to determine how the product or packaging would handle damage from handling, storage, and transport. By discovering the weak points, manufacturers can improve the strength of the material and design, guaranteeing the product arrives to the customer intact and reducing damage losses.

Improves Packaging Design

By recreating actual shocks, the drop test machine helps to evaluate how the packaging performs. Conducting drop testing allows designers to improve cushioning, materials, and strength of the structure to develop a packaging that provides better protection for the product, potentially reduces returns, and increases customer satisfaction while minimizing costs of materials.

Decreases Product Losses

Prior to product launch, it is useful to prototype to identify potential flaws that will cause the product to fail or be damaged in use. When companies fix issues in advance of the launch, they will minimize lessening returns or replacements, warranty claims, etc. Ultimately, the company saves costs and experiences better operational performance in the supply chain.

Ensures Compliance with Standards

Many industries require their products and packaging to meet certain drop and impact requirements. Drop testers verify your compliance with worldwide regulations and quality standards, allowing your company to avoid legal troubles, recalls, and damage to its reputation.

Facilitates Improvement of the Product

Drop testing provides valuable information about how a product performs under stress. Manufacturers can observe damage patterns, optimize designs, refine materials, and create new packaging, which produces a more dependable and robust product for customers.

Applications 

Testing of Electronics

Drop testers are widely used in the electronics industry to evaluate the impact durability of a product such as a smartphone, laptop, and tablet. Manufacturers can verify that all components on the inside are still intact and functioning properly, and maximize product reliability in a laboratory environment before it is sold to the public by replicating drops due to accidents.

Packaging Validation

Drop testing is used in business for validation of how different kinds of packaging work, including corrugated boxes, cartons, and plastic containers. The drop test simulates conditions of shipping and tests packaging that protects the contents from the rigors of various handling and shipping situations. 

Consumer Goods Testing

Drop testing is conducted on common consumer goods, such as glassware, to show how it mimics accidental drops while being used. This information provides manufacturers information about the durability of their products and makes them including things that are less safe or more reliable for the consumer.

Logistics and Transport Simulation

Logistics companies apply drop testers to simulate the stresses of handling the merchandise while loaded, unloaded and transported. The test simulates control of actual transport conditions of commodities to evaluate how they perform. This will help pack, pack and ship high quality product.

Why choose the Presto Instruments drop tester?

The Presto Instruments drop tester provides accurate, consistent, and adjustable testing for products and packages in all industries. Precision-engineered to meet demanding performance requirements, it reproduces actual impact conditions with variable height and orientation, supporting a wide range of products. Heavy-duty construction guarantees years of service, and easy-to-use controls and safety devices make operation hassle-free. By delivering uniform, replicable results, it assists manufacturers with identifying flaws, enhancing product design, testing packaging, and meeting quality standards, making it the best option for companies that look for efficiency, reliability, and better product protection.

Presto Instruments is a leading manufacturer and supplier of Drop Tester in UAE. For the best price, contact us for a quote or call now!