SIST EN 28768:1998
(Main)Packaging - Complete, filled transport packages - Toppling test (ISO 8768:1986)
General Information
- Abstract
This International Standard specifies a method for carrying out a toppling test on a complete, filled transport package which may be exposed to the danger of toppling during storage, transport and handling. The test may be used to assess the performance of a package in terms of its strength or the protection that it offers to its contents when it is subject to toppling. lt may be performed either as a Single test to investigate the effects of toppling or as patt of a sequence of tests designed to measure the ability of the package to withstand a distribution System that includes a toppling hazard.
The test, which is complementary to the tests described in ISO 2244, ISO 2248 and ISO 2876, may be used to investigate the Performance of packages which are tall in relation to their base dimensions. lt is also applicable to packages the height of which is small by comparison with base dimensions but which may be stored or transported resting on a side face in Order to conserve storage/transport space (sec figures 1 and 2). The test is recommended for packages where the ratio of the longest to the shortest sides is of the Order of 3 : 1 or greater.
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 30-Sep-1998
- Technical Committee
- EPO - Packaging - sales and grouped
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Oct-1998
- Due Date
- 01-Oct-1998
- Completion Date
- 01-Oct-1998
Overview
SIST EN 28768:1998, titled Packaging - Complete, filled transport packages - Toppling test (ISO 8768:1986), is a European standard published by CEN that specifies a standardized method for performing a toppling test on fully packed transport packages. This test is critical for evaluating the stability and protection offered by packaging that may be subject to toppling hazards during storage, handling, and transportation. By simulating real-world conditions where packages might fall or tip over, this standard helps ensure that products remain secure and undamaged throughout the logistics process.
Key Topics
- Purpose of the test: To assess the strength and protective capability of complete filled transport packages when exposed to toppling risks.
- Test applicability:
- Primarily for tall packages with a height-to-base ratio of approximately 3:1 or greater.
- Also applicable to packages stored or transported on their side to save space, even if their height is relatively small.
- Test methodology:
- Can be performed as a single test focusing on the effects of toppling.
- May form part of a broader sequence of tests assessing overall distribution system resilience.
- Complementary standards: EN 28768 complements other packaging tests, including those specified in ISO 2244, ISO 2248, and ISO 2876, providing a comprehensive evaluation of transport packaging performance.
- Hazard simulation: Emulates the dynamics of toppling during typical logistic conditions, addressing risks encountered with tall or irregularly stored packages.
Applications
SIST EN 28768:1998 is a practical tool for industries involved in packaging, logistics, and supply chain management. Its applications include:
- Packaging design and validation: Helps manufacturers design packaging that can withstand tipping without compromising product integrity.
- Quality control: Enables package testing to meet or exceed stability requirements before distribution.
- Transport safety assurance: Assists logistics providers in verifying that packages remain stable during handling, loading, and unloading processes.
- Storage optimization: Ensures that packages stored upright or on sides for space efficiency still meet safety standards against toppling.
- Regulatory compliance: Supports compliance with national and international packaging requirements for product safety in transit.
By leveraging the test method outlined in EN 28768, organizations reduce product damage, minimize returns, and enhance customer satisfaction.
Related Standards
To fully assess and standardize packaging performance, EN 28768 should be considered alongside the following related ISO and EN standards:
- ISO 8768:1986: The original international test method on which EN 28768 is based.
- ISO 2244: Procedures for drop resistance testing of packaged goods.
- ISO 2248: Vibration test methods for packaging.
- ISO 2876: Compression test methods for transport packages.
- EN Standards on packaging materials and transport conditions: Covering broader aspects of packaging design, materials, and handling procedures.
Together, these standards provide a comprehensive framework for evaluating the mechanical robustness, stability, and overall performance of transport packaging throughout the supply chain.
By implementing SIST EN 28768:1998 toppling test requirements, organizations ensure enhanced protection for complete, filled transport packages, improving load stability, safeguarding contents, and optimizing logistics safety in industries worldwide.
Relations
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 28768:1998 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Packaging - Complete, filled transport packages - Toppling test (ISO 8768:1986)". This standard covers: This International Standard specifies a method for carrying out a toppling test on a complete, filled transport package which may be exposed to the danger of toppling during storage, transport and handling. The test may be used to assess the performance of a package in terms of its strength or the protection that it offers to its contents when it is subject to toppling. lt may be performed either as a Single test to investigate the effects of toppling or as patt of a sequence of tests designed to measure the ability of the package to withstand a distribution System that includes a toppling hazard. The test, which is complementary to the tests described in ISO 2244, ISO 2248 and ISO 2876, may be used to investigate the Performance of packages which are tall in relation to their base dimensions. lt is also applicable to packages the height of which is small by comparison with base dimensions but which may be stored or transported resting on a side face in Order to conserve storage/transport space (sec figures 1 and 2). The test is recommended for packages where the ratio of the longest to the shortest sides is of the Order of 3 : 1 or greater.
This International Standard specifies a method for carrying out a toppling test on a complete, filled transport package which may be exposed to the danger of toppling during storage, transport and handling. The test may be used to assess the performance of a package in terms of its strength or the protection that it offers to its contents when it is subject to toppling. lt may be performed either as a Single test to investigate the effects of toppling or as patt of a sequence of tests designed to measure the ability of the package to withstand a distribution System that includes a toppling hazard. The test, which is complementary to the tests described in ISO 2244, ISO 2248 and ISO 2876, may be used to investigate the Performance of packages which are tall in relation to their base dimensions. lt is also applicable to packages the height of which is small by comparison with base dimensions but which may be stored or transported resting on a side face in Order to conserve storage/transport space (sec figures 1 and 2). The test is recommended for packages where the ratio of the longest to the shortest sides is of the Order of 3 : 1 or greater.
SIST EN 28768:1998 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 55.180.40 - Complete, filled transport packages. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 28768:1998 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 15552:2008, SIST EN 13011:2001. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN 28768:1998 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 80/232/EEC, 87/356/EEC. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
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