ISTA Transport Testing Lab Certification:
Ensuring Quality and Reliability
Group O is proud to be certified by the International Safe Transit Association (ISTA) as a Transport Testing Laboratory.
At Group O, we understand the critical importance of subjecting packaging to rigorous testing to ensure its resilience against the myriad challenges posed during transit. In the absence of thorough testing, vulnerabilities in packaging can go unnoticed, significantly elevating the risk of damages—to your product, business reputation, and the environment, resulting in substantial financial loss.
Our team is certified to conduct pre-shipment tests on packaged products, adhering to ISTA® Test Projects and Procedures. We evaluate the results, provide a comprehensive analysis, and complete and submit Certified Laboratory Test Report forms.
This certification underscores our commitment to delivering packaging solutions that surpass industry benchmarks.
An ISTA-Certified Partner:
ISTA continually tests its standards to ensure packaging designs can withstand harsh shipping conditions based on the package’s size, weight, and potential transportation hazards like temperature, vibrations, drops, horizontal or inclined impacts, compression, and other factors. These standards provide numerous benefits to businesses, consumers, and the environment. By working with Group O and adhering to ISTA testing standards for packages, manufacturers and distributors can expect the following benefits:
Assurance of Quality: Our certification covers a comprehensive range of protocols, including 1A, 1C, 1G, 2A, 2C, 3A, 3B, 3F, 3L-Small, 3L-A, 3L-D, 3L-G, 3L-H, 6-AMAZON.com-Over Boxing, 6-AMAZON.com-SIOC Type A, 6-AMAZON.com-SIOC Type B, 6-AMAZON.com-SIOC Type D, 6-AMAZON.com-SIOC Type G, 6-AMAZON.com-SIOC Type H, 6-FedEx-A, 6-SAMSCLUB, 7D.
THE BENEFITS OF ISTA TESTING WITH GROUP O
Reduce Costs Related to Product Lost
ISTA packaging tests play a crucial role in minimizing costs associated with product loss by identifying and mitigating risks such as breakage, damage, and other issues that can arise during shipping.
Rigorous Testing Capabilities
Our comprehensive testing services evaluate packaging performance under various stresses, ensuring the safety and integrity of your shipments.
Compliance with Industry Standards
By choosing Group O, you align your business with a partner that adheres to and exceeds industry standards, meeting the expectations of major carriers and retailers.
Tailored Solutions for Different Industries
Whether you are in e-commerce, retail, or logistics, our ISTA certification ensures that we can tailor our packaging solutions to meet the specific requirements of your industry.
Protect Brand Reputation
ISTA certification instils confidence in buyers who know that the packaging has undergone rigorous testing procedures. This helps to prevent reputational damage.
Enhanced Product Longevity
ISTA packaging tests not only ensure that products arrive safely but also contribute to the overall longevity of the products by protecting them from environmental factors such as humidity, temperature fluctuations, and physical impacts during transit.
Available Testing Equipment:
Compression Tester: Measure the resistance of your packaging to compressive forces, ensuring it can withstand stacking and pressure during transportation.
Incline Impact Tester: Simulate the impact of inclined drops, providing insights into how your products will fare in real-world scenarios.
Drop Tester: Evaluate the durability of your packaging by subjecting it to controlled drops, replicating the challenges it may face in transit.
Climate Chamber: Assess how your products respond to different temperature and humidity conditions, ensuring they maintain their integrity throughout the supply chain.
Vibration Tester: Mimic the vibrations experienced during transportation, helping you design packaging that protects against potential damage.
ISTA TESTING VIDEOS
Ready to Get Started?
The best time to begin ISTA packaging testing is during new product development. By assessing the strength and reliability of your shipping cartons first, you can proactively reduce the risks of damaged products, customer complaints, and replacement claims from retailers who receive damaged goods.
Utilizing Group O's ISTA Transport Testing Lab not only mitigates potential issues but also promotes client satisfaction.
Choose Group O for packaging solutions that go beyond the ordinary—certified by ISTA, tested with precision, and designed for the demands of modern packaging and logistics. Partner with us for packaging excellence.
