Vibration, shock, thermal and climatic
Thermal Testing
As well as evaluating the physical performance of packaged products Pira's distribution test facilities are regularly used to assess thermal performance (commonly for cold chain pharmaceuticals). This combination of mechanical and thermal testing capabilities and experience provides an invaluable, independent resource for users of temperature controlled packaging.
Pira operates a range of environmental chambers:
- -50°C to +150°C
- walk-in pallet scale storage
- hot, cold and tropical conditions
- many bench-top and floor standing cabinets
- calibrated data capture systems with over 50 individual points within packs or palletised loads
Recent projects in this area have included:
- validation of thermal and mechanical performance of pharmaceutical packs (for maintaining product temperature from 2 to 8°C)
- assessment of the performance of cushioned packs for fine art paintings (covering protection from ambient temperature fluctuations and protection from shocks and impacts during distribution)
- these projects have helped to provide confidence in packaging solutions, and to identify shortcomings in initial pack designs, allowing resolution of issues prior to product launch.
Contact:
David Shires
email: david.shires@pira-international.com
Tel: +44 1372 80 2135
Andrew Dilley
email: andy.dilley@pira-international.com
Tel: +44 1372 80 2133