Simulated Distribution Testing
Random vibration testing is performed according to the prescribed assurance level using a vibration table capable of delivering the required power spectral density levels. A second series drop test is performed then the samples are subjected to package integrity testing. Other tests may be included according to the distribution system the test packages will see in practice. For example, a vacuum test to simulate travel at high altitude in a transport plane; a crush test to simulate stacking in a warehouse, truck or sterilizer; or a concentrated impact test to simulate handling in a parcel sorting operation.
ASTM D642 Test Method for Determining Compressive Resistance of Shipping Containers, Components, and Unit Loads |
ASTM D4169 Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Shipping Containers and Systems |
ASTM D4332 Practice for Conditioning Containers, Packages, or Packaging Components for Testing |
ASTM D5276 Test Method for Drop Test of Loaded Containers by Free Fall |
ASTM D6344 Test Method for Concentrated Impacts to Transport Packages |
ASTM D6653 Test Methods for Determining the Effects of High Altitude on Packaging Systems by Vacuum Method |
ASTM D7386 Practice for Performance Testing of Packages for Single Parcel Delivery Systems |
ISTA Procedure 3A Packaged-Products for Parcel Delivery System Shipment 70 kg (150 lb) or Less |
Vibration Table