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ISTA 3B

ISTA 3B

ISTA 3B

ISTA Procedure 3B

ISTA 3B - simulation for LTL freight

ISTA 3B - simulation for LTL freight

Less-than-truckload loads are handled and re-handled at terminals, which is a different hazard profile from parcel. 3B simulates that directly.

Less-than-truckload loads are handled and re-handled at terminals, which is a different hazard profile from parcel. 3B simulates that directly.

SAMPLES NEEDED

3 complete units

LAB TIME

5 business days

TYPICAL TURNAROUND

1-7 days

RE-TESTING

Not on a fixed cycle

You probably need this if

You ship LTL to distributors and are seeing damage

You are qualifying a pallet or freight pack

What the test involves

The sequence we run for ISTA 3B. Exact parameters are confirmed against the current revision of the standard before testing begins.

01

Test plan and sample intake

02

Atmospheric preconditioning

03

Static compression

04

Random vibration with top load

05

Rotational edge drops and tip-over

06

Incline impact

07

Test report with photo documentation

What to send us

3 complete packaged samples, assembled exactly as they ship.

Design drawings or a packaging specification, if you have them.

Ship to 9708 Industrial Drive, Bridgeview, Illinois 60455.

Not sure the count is right for your configuration? We confirm it with you before you ship anything.

Not certain ISTA 3B is the right test?

Answer a few questions about what you ship and we will tell you which standard applies — and why the others do not.