EN 16283:2013

Packaging - Flexible aluminium tubes - Test method to measure the force to pierce the membrane

This European Standard specifies a method to test the membrane piercing of aluminium tubes.
It is applicable to aluminium tubes used for packing pharmaceutical, cosmetic, hygiene, food and other domestic and industrial products.

Packmittel - Aluminiumtuben - Prüfverfahren zur Messung der Kraft zur Durchdringung der Membran

Diese Europäische Norm legt ein Verfahren zur Prüfung der Durchdringung der Membran von Aluminium-tuben fest.
Sie gilt für Aluminiumtuben zum Verpacken von Produkten der Pharmazie, der Kosmetik, der Hygiene sowie von Lebensmitteln und anderen Haushalts- und Industrieprodukten.

Emballage - Tubes souples en alumimium - Méthode d'essai pour mesurer la force pour percer la membrane

La présente Norme européenne spécifie une méthode d'essai relative au perçage de la membrane des tubes en aluminium.
Elle s'applique aux tubes en aluminium utilisés pour l'emballage des produits pharmaceutiques, cosmétiques, hygiéniques, alimentaires et autres produits domestiques et industriels.

Embalaža - Prožne aluminijaste tube - Preskusne metode za merjenje sile, potrebne za predrtje membrane

Ta standard določa metodo za preskušanje predrtja membrane aluminijastih tub. Uporablja se za prožne aluminijaste tube, namenjene pakiranju farmacevtskih, kozmetičnih, higienskih, prehrambenih ter drugih gospodinjskih in industrijskih izdelkov.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 12-Feb-2013
• ICS: 55.120 - Cans. Tins. Tubes
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 261 - Packaging
• Drafting Committee: WG 39 - Flexible tubes
• Current Stage: 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
• Start Date: 11-Sep-2024
• Completion Date: 14-Apr-2025
• Ref Project: SIST EN 16283:2013 - Packaging - Flexible aluminium tubes - Test method to measure the force to pierce the membrane

Overview

EN 16283:2013 is a European Standard developed by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) that defines a precise test method to measure the force required to pierce the membrane of flexible aluminium tubes. These tubes are widely used for packaging a variety of products, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, hygiene items, foodstuffs, and other domestic or industrial goods. This standard ensures consistent quality and performance in the membrane piercing process, which is critical for product integrity and consumer safety.

Key Topics

• Scope and Application
  EN 16283:2013 applies specifically to flexible aluminium tubes with a membrane seal. The standard targets manufacturers, quality control laboratories, and packaging specialists involved in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, hygiene, and food packaging industries.

• Test Methodology
  The method requires applying a cap with an integrated spike to the tube and pressing it against the membrane using calibrated test equipment until the membrane is pierced. The maximum force needed to pierce the membrane is recorded and must not exceed 50 Newtons.

• Testing Equipment
  A typical test setup includes a calibrated device capable of applying compression force on the tube cap and measuring the piercing force accurately. The standard offers an example illustration (Figure 1) of suitable equipment for this purpose.

• Execution Procedure
  Empty tubes sampled from production batches are tested by placing the appropriate cap on the tube and operating the piercing mechanism through the test device. Visual inspections confirm membrane piercing completeness and ensure no membrane pieces remain detached.

• Reporting
  Comprehensive test reports are mandated, capturing batch identification, number of samples, defect counts, test results, and any conditions influencing test outcomes. This documentation supports traceability and quality assurance.

Applications

EN 16283:2013 serves multiple practical applications:

• Quality Control in Manufacturing
  Enables consistent verification of membrane integrity in aluminium tube production, crucial for preventing contamination and maintaining product shelf life.

• Regulatory Compliance
  Helps manufacturers meet regulatory requirements by ensuring product packaging meets defined mechanical performance standards.

• Packaging Development
  Assists packaging engineers in optimizing membrane design for easy and safe product dispensing without compromising seal strength.

• Consumer Safety Assurance
  Guarantees that piercing membranes require neither excessive nor insufficient force, which could otherwise cause leakage or injury.

Related Standards

EN 16283:2013 complements other packaging-related standards that can be relevant for aluminium tubes and flexible packaging, including:

• EN 12374: Packaging - Flexible tubes - Terminology - Provides standardized terms used in flexible tube packaging to maintain uniform communication within the industry.

• Other CEN standards concerning materials, sealing technologies, and packaging performance testing contribute to a comprehensive quality framework for packaging manufacturers and users.

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By applying EN 16283:2013, packaging professionals can ensure aluminium tubes used across diverse industries meet stringent performance criteria for membrane piercing force. This ultimately supports product safety, consumer satisfaction, and regulatory adherence.

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Embalaža - Prožne aluminijaste tube - Preskusne metode za merjenje sile, potrebne za predrtje membranePackmittel - Aluminiumtuben - Prüfverfahren zur Messung der Kraft zur Durchdringung der MembranEmballage - Tubes souples en alumimium - Méthode d'essai pour mesurer la force de percer la membranePackaging - Flexible aluminium tubes - Test method to measure the force to pierce the membrane77.150.10Aluminijski izdelkiAluminium products55.120Cans. Tins. TubesICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 16283:2013SIST EN 16283:2013en,fr,de01-julij-2011SIST EN 16283:2013SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPÉENNE EUROPÄISCHE NORM
EN 16283
February 2013 ICS 55.120 English Version
Packaging - Flexible aluminium tubes - Test method to measure the force to pierce the membrane
Emballage - Tubes souples en alumimium - Méthode d'essai pour mesurer la force de percer la membrane
Packmittel - Aluminiumtuben - Prüfverfahren zur Messung der Kraft zur Durchdringung der Membran This European Standard was approved by CEN on 21 December 2012.
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