In-House ISTA Testing Lab

ISTA Testing Available at Nelson Container

Series 1	1A	1B	1D
Series 2	2A	2B

Series 1: Non-Simulation Integrity Performance Tests

Procedure 1A: Packaged products weighing 150 lb (68 kg) or less
Basic Requirements: fixed displacement vibration and shock testing
Procedure 1B: Packaged products weighing over 150 lb (68 kg)
Basic Requirements: fixed displacement vibration and shock testing
Procedure 1D: Extended testing for individually packaged products weighing over 150 lb (68 kg)
Basic Requirements: fixed displacement or random vibration, shock testing, and compression

Series 2: Partial Simulation Performance Tests

Procedure 2A: Packaged products weighing 150 lb (68 kg) or less
Basic Requirements: atmosphere conditioning, compression, fixed displacement or random vibration, and shock testing
Procedure 2B: Packaged products weighing over 150 lb (68 kg)
Basic Requirements: atmosphere conditioning, compression, fixed displacement or random vibration, and shock testing

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Categories:

Distribution Hazard	Major Test Category	Associated Test Types
Handling Drop Impact	Shock	Drop Incline Impact Vertical Impact
Transportation Vibration	Vibration	Fixed Displacement
Stacking Load	Compression	Static (Dead Load)
Atmospheric Conditions	Atmospheric	Temperature Humidity

**ISTA information and PDF documents above originally from ISTA website, and republished on Nelson Container for the purpose of informing customers/potential customers as to the merits of testing

Nelson Container boasts an in-house ISTA (International Safe Transit Association) testing lab. Our testing lab gives us the edge over the competition by letting us be more efficient in package design and approval.

Advantages of In-House ISTA Testing:

Reduction of damage
Improved packaging performance
Reduction in packaging costs
Assurance in your supply chain

Every time we make a container, we can test it right here. With in-house ISTA testing, Nelson Container eliminates the costs of sending your packaging to a third-party ISTA testing facility. The chances of your product being damaged in transit are dramatically reduced by using ISTA testing prior to shipping your product.

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Our Competitive Difference

Nelson Container is built for businesses that need more than standard box sizes. We specialize in custom and specialty packaging of virtually any shape or size, including short production runs and multi-SKU orders with multiple box styles in a single shipment. Unlike large box manufacturers focused on full truckload volumes, Nelson is an ideal partner for smaller and mid-sized businesses with unique requirements and tighter timelines. As a family-owned company since day one, we prioritize responsiveness, flexibility, and hands-on service. Our triple-wall and multi-layer box options provide superior protection for high-value products such as technology, medical devices, and industrial equipment. Combined with faster lead times, Nelson delivers packaging solutions that adapt to your operation—not the other way around.

Custom and specialty box sizes in virtually any shape or dimension
Ideal for short runs, special requests, and smaller production volumes
Supports multi-SKU orders with multiple box styles in a single order
Triple-wall and reinforced options for high-value or sensitive products
Family-owned business offering responsive service and faster lead times

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Testing Photos:

ISTA vertical impact drop testing

ISTA transportation vibration partial simulation performance test

You can assure your client a regularity most suppliers can’t even dream of promising. With Nelson Container as your business partner, we’ll make sure your products get to their destination safely and on time with bulk corrugated shipping containers.

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