For more than a century, Thwing-Albert Instrument Company has designed and manufactured testing machines for measuring the physical properties of a range of materials, such as adhesives, paper, paper tissue, packaging, plastics, nonwovens, textiles and foils. Research laboratories, quality control departments and academia worldwide have come to rely on our testing instrumentation to accurately measure key physical attributes, such as tensile and elongation, coefficient of friction (COF), tear resistance, puncture resistance, adhesion strength, thickness, compressive resistance, compressibility, flexural strength and the like.
Thwing-Albert partners with the manufacturers and converters of materials to provide quality testing equipment to meet routine and custom testing protocols. When laboratories and production lines have access to our equipment, they can effectively evaluate the materials that are used in everyday products. The data provided by our instrumentation provides organizations with the information they need to improve and maintain the quality of their products.
While material quality is essential to the consumer experience, it’s also vital for meeting quality standards such as ISO, ASTM and TAPPI. Thwing-Albert manufactures these testing machines to meet product specifications and comply with quality standards before sending products to market. Our testing machines are also essential in research and development (R&D) for introducing new materials and meeting sustainability goals.
When identifying glues and adhesives for packaging and products, these solutions need to withstand various stresses and environments. Test properties such as peel, seal, tensile and shear strength for adhesive materials with a variety of equipment options.
Packaging can encompass a wide range of materials including paper, paperboard and plastic film. Since this packaging may have to withstand rough transportation and protect important components, testing is critical for confirming the quality of these various materials. Depending on the purpose of the packaging, materials will need to be tested for puncture/impact resistance, compressive resistance, burst resistance and seal integrity.
Nonwoven materials use heat, chemicals or pressure to combine fibers, and they’re used in industries such as medical, automotive and agriculture for their durability. Test properties such as tensile strength, porosity, stiffness, softness and thickness of fabric-like materials that are neither knitted nor woven.Â
The pulp and paper industry has stringent requirements for the physical properties of paper products. Test for properties such as tensile, thickness, COF, burst strength, internal bond strength, tear resistance and absorbency.
Tissue paper has many uses in packaging and consumer products, and it must meet standards from ASTM, ISO and TAPPI. Test for properties that include wet and dry tensile strength, elongation, thickness, burst strength, softness, compressibility and absorbency.Â
Plastic film has many applications in food and beverage packaging alongside other industries such as construction and medical. Test for properties such as tensile, elongation, modulus, yield strength and puncture resistance. Other important properties include thickness, COF, impact resistance, film blocking and heat seal strength.
As a leading material testing equipment manufacturer, Thwing-Albert strives to deliver unparalleled product quality and accuracy while providing unsurpassed support. This commitment, along with our ISO 9001:2015 certification, will instill confidence that our instrumentation meets relevant standards and provides data that can be trusted and reported confidently.
Beyond our certification, the experts at Thwing-Albert facilitate the operation and prolong the lifespan of our testing equipment through a range of services. We aim to maintain the highest quality of your equipment to help your operation’s continued compliance, offering:
Our customer and technical support teams are always on standby to limit downtime and provide actionable solutions to equipment concerns. You can reach us at (856) 767-1000 or contact us online if you need assistance.
Measuring the physical properties of materials for over 120 years.
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Working with Thwing-Albert for material testing gives you access to high-performance equipment, but we offer more than other testing equipment companies. Thwing-Albert stands out among testing equipment manufacturers because of our:
Thwing-Albert is a leading material testing equipment company that delivers unparalleled solutions for physical property evaluation. While our full inventory of equipment speaks for itself, you can also count on the Thwing-Albert team to provide continuous support for your testing equipment. Get in touch with us today to learn more about our company and our products.
