Features The Erichsen Cupping testing machine is basically designed to reveal the cupping qualities of metal sheet and strips. It also be used for testing the adhesion, elasticity, and porosity of coats or varnish by way of comparison The appearance of the material after fracture gives an indication of the grain structure of the material and also of its constitution to some extent. The design parameters for the working and the inspection method of the machine are so selected that the results are verifiable.