The presto compression tester is used to check the compression resistance and longterm stacking strength of individual boxes, bulk containers and pallets. It stimulates the compressive load the package may experience in storage or during shipment due to stacking. The equipment is very rugged with heavy cast iron base for stable performance at load. The highly sensitive load sensor is strategically placed to enable perfect corner to corner load results. The unit comes complete with over travel protection tare&39 and ph&39 peak hold facility. A low cost compact tester for the packaging industry.