by Amber Livesey | Mar 26, 2026 | Packaging Testing, Test Selection
What is Amazon packaging certification and which test do you need? Amazon packaging certification requires completing one of three test paths — ISTA 6-Amazon, SIOC, or Over-Boxing — before a product can be listed or fulfilled through FBA. ISTA 6-Amazon tests products...
by Amber Livesey | Mar 10, 2026 | Automotive Testing, Packaging Testing
What are automotive packaging testing best practices?Automotive packaging testing best practices include running ISTA 3A and ASTM D4169 sequences conditioned to real-world humidity and temperature profiles, documenting specific failure modes rather than pass/fail...
by Amber Livesey | Jan 27, 2026 | Packaging Testing, Test Selection
What is the difference between ISTA and ASTM packaging testing?ISTA procedures simulate complete distribution environments using defined sequences — they are designed for compliance and baseline screening. ASTM methods isolate individual stresses like drop, vibration,...
by Amber Livesey | Dec 4, 2025 | Packaging Testing, Test Selection
Choosing the right packaging test is one of the most important decisions in any validation process. It affects how well your product survives distribution, how quickly you can launch, and whether you meet the expectations of retailers and carriers. With multiple ISTA...
by Amber Livesey | Nov 12, 2025 | Packaging Testing
If you design or validate packaging, you already know the challenge: reduce material, maintain protection, and keep margins healthy. gh Testing Product Testing and Consulting helps packaging engineers, quality managers, and operations leaders do exactly that through...
