Developed by CMC-KUHNKE, our metal testing expert brand, the Z548 Handheld Manual Seam Thickness Gauge provides you with fast measurements of 2-piece and 3-piece cans for increased accuracy and consistency.
Reliable seam thickness measurement tool
Our seam thickness gauge is designed to measure seam thickness with high precision. This tool is perfect to use while setting up the seamer heads to ensure the integrity of the double seam, a critical factor in maintaining the quality and safety of seamed cans.
Handy seam micrometer tool
The Z548 Handheld Manual Seam Thickness Gauge is a handheld, precise tool for measuring seam thickness for a range of can types – ensuring the double seam is formed correctly to provide a secure seal.
It is ideal for general set-up of can seamer machines, so that the first batch of cans produced are with the correct specification and can also be used for quick checks during production for quality control purposes – allowing users to verify consistency across multiple cans.
A time-saving seam measuring gauge
The Z548 Handheld Manual Seam Thickness Gauge features a number of automatic data transfer options. Our seam thickness gauge will save you time in your process, ultimately saving you money.
The device comes with an interface for easy connection to a SPC application, such as the CMC-KUHNKE Visionary or Torus’ SPCxplorer software. This versatility makes it ideal for quick checks during the setup of the seamer but also during production or as part of a broader quality control strategy.
Importance of reliable seam thickness measurements
Measuring seam thickness is a critical quality control step in canning operations, as it directly reflects the integrity of the double seam. Correct seam thickness ensures that the seam meets dimensional specifications required to maintain a hermetic seal, preventing issues such as microleaks, bacterial ingress, or pressure loss. Deviations in thickness can indicate problems like tool wear, misalignment, or material inconsistencies, all of which can compromise the seal and product safety.
With the Z548 Handheld Manual Seam Thickness Gauge, you can ensure the correct seam thickness specification already during the machine setup and also check and meet compliance with regulatory and industry standards for QA requirements. Maintaining consistent seam dimensions helps ensure product shelf stability, reduces the risk of recalls, and protects brand reputation by minimizing the likelihood of packaging failures in distribution or on the shelf.
Portfolio of metal packaging test and measurement solutions
Across the IP portfolio we make a wide range of manual gauges to test any aspect of any metal package.
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