The Topa Institute, part of the Topa group, has undergone a complete metamorphosis after major renovations. It has become a real showroom with the latest machines. Even more important is the knowledge and experience of the team, especially in the field of cargo securing.
Topa not only produces packaging, but also tests it for their customers at the Topa Institute. This is important because goods must be well protected during transport, which must also be safe. That is why legal rules have been drawn up for transport packaging and cargo securing. At the Topa Institute, experts test the protective function of packaging, its strength and fuseability. At the same time, the institute is also looking at how it can be made more sustainable.
Why test?
The Topa Institute tests with clear objectives. Saving, for example. On paper, great material savings can be envisaged, but transport should not suffer as a result. That is why testing is a good solution. Qualifying is also a reason to test. Packaging that protects the product against weather influences is developed, tested and then qualified in climate chambers. The procedures for this are strict and contain several parts. This process is approached in a structured manner.
Testing transport situations
Very extreme transport situations can be simulated in the laboratory to reduce the amount of damage to a minimum. The test center is equipped with the most modern transport simulation technology. Along the way, vibrations, shocks, impacts, pressure loads, temperature fluctuations or changes in humidity can have a major impact on the load.
Cargo securing
Portfolio manager Arjan Voshart knows better than anyone how important testing transport packaging is. Not only because products must be delivered in good condition after transport, but certainly also in connection with safety.
