Research

Easy Opening – Standardized testing method

Transfer of R&D results by standardization:

Development of a test standard to determine opening

forces on peelable packages

Duration: 10/2009 – 09/2012

Financing: BMWi / DLR

In cooperation with DIN-Packaging Standards Committee

Analysis of factors influencing easy opening of peelable packaging

and preparation of a guideline for packaging industry with focus on "Easy Opening"

Duration: 04/2010 – 12/2010

Financing: IVLV

Development of a technical specification

„Easy handling of packaging intended for consumers –

basic structure and part1: peelable packaging"

Duration: 07/2010 – 06/2012 (intended)

Financing: BMWi / DLR (proposal submitted)

In cooperation with DIN-Packaging Standards Committee

Development of a standardized testing method to determine peel and

opening forces on heat-sealed and peelable packages and the development

of reference values for user-friendly opening forces

Duration: 07/2007 – 05/2009

Financing: BMWi / AiF (via IVLV)