Paper Testing

Gaynes Labs performs paper and corrugated materials testing for manufacturers, purchasers, and end users of fiber-based paper products and packaging across a wide range of commercial and industrial applications.

Testing is performed per TAPPI, ASTM, and ISTA standards and supports material qualification, incoming inspection, supplier verification, and distribution compliance programs.

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TAPPI Testing

ISTA 1A / 1G

ISTA 2A / 3A

ISTA 6-Amazon Testing

Company-Specific Custom Paper Testing

Paper & Fiber-Based Materials Evaluated

Testing for fiber-based materials used in packaging, distribution, and regulated environments.

Corrugated Board
Linerboard
Corrugating Medium
Paperboard
Specialty Fiber Packaging

Tests Performed

Strength & Structural Performance

Edge Crush (ECT)
Flat Crush
Mullen Burst
Taber Stiffness
Hydrostatic Pressure
Concora Medium Tester

Surface & Material Properties

Basis Weight Analysis
Caliper
Pin Adhesion
Gurley Hill
COF Testing

Moisture & Absorption Performance

Cobb Water
Absorption
Water Bath
Leakproofness
Sutherland Rub
Beach Puncture

Paper Testing Industry Applications

Packaging Manufacturers
Corrugated box manufacturers and paperboard converters use third-party testing to verify materials meet customer specifications and performance requirements. We perform the full range of TAPPI and ASTM material tests on packages and their components.

Companies that Purchase Packaging
We provide independent testing to verify incoming material quality, enforce supplier specifications, and confirm packaging meets required performance thresholds.

Paper & Fiber Product Manufacturers & Users
We test paper characteristics, quality, and performance under various conditions.