Optical carton tester quickly assesses multi-layer construction of carton board

Cerulean is introducing its new, handheld OCT optical carton tester at interpack. The OCT optically measures and record dimensions, angles and symmetry of carton crease, bead and formed box. It quickly assesses the multi-layer construction of all types of printed or non-printed carton board, paperboard and waxed carton product. The system also has the ability to test complex embossing and multi-folded corners.

Utilising a full HD handheld camera, the OCT is connected to a laptop via a simple USB cable and is intuitive and easy to use. The system comes pre-programmed with analysis and reporting software.

Available in two versions, the OCT provides simple measurement for quality control with results in PDF format and the OCT Plus is ideal for use in production and incorporates sophisticated measurement software for coordinating the various matrices that influence carton quality. After assessment is complete, certification can be printed for quality assurance purposes.

The new OCT follows the recent introduction of the PCT portable carton tester and the launch of the LCT laboratory carton tester in 2013.  The LCT has already been successfully installed in 50 locations worldwide and is one of a series of new products being developed by Cerulean for the carton industry.

Hall 6/Stand C43, interpack 2014, 8–14 May, Messe Düsseldorf, Germany.

Cerulean, www.cerulean.com.