Product Page - Singh, Jay: Carton Clamp Test Methodologies and the Affects on Load Containment and Retention, 2014
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A carton clamp device is advantageous as it allows operators to move layers of a unitized load individually, and eliminates the need for a pallet when handling full unitized loads. The required clamping force typically changes depending on the size, shape, and weight of the load. This creates the potential for under-clamping (slippage) and over-clamping (compressive damage). While ISTA provides a calculated and stationary simulation of carton clamp handling in its ISTA 6-SAMS test protocol, ASTM offers a more dynamic and observational approach through its ASTM D6055 standard. This study examines whether or not a common ground can be reached towards implementing a carton clamp lift truck as found in industry allowing for mobile (hazard course) testing. A modified version of ISTA 3B was paired off against ASTM 6055 for observing the test methodologies’ effect on load containment, load retention, and the effects of ride height and driver interaction.