Package Testing - The Compliance Management Group

Vibration Testing

Both random and repetitive impact testing can be performed utilizing our 48″ x 48″ hydraulic vibration system or our 8′ x 8′ rotational/vertical linear vibration table.
Capacity to test units weighing 2,000 lbs or more.
Vibration testing to meet ASTM, ISTA, Item 180 and TAPPI.
Vibration testing of individual cartons, displays and components up to full pallet loads.
Vibration analysis of packaged and unpackaged product to define its natural frequency (fn).

We can evaluate your package’s ability to withstand the vibratory effects encountered in the distribution environment.

Free Fall Drop Testing

Large platform [49″ x 29″] allows for a true, flat 48.00″ drop height for packages weighing up to 500 pounds.
Multi-channel accelerometer instrumentation to provide both shock and deflection of your product during dynamic testing.

Incline Impact Testing to comply with ASTM and ISTA requirements

Large scale [87″ x 80″] platform lets you test oversized units in excess of 1,000 pounds.
Measurements of velocity are reported in feet or inches per second.
We are able to record G shock to specific components within this test format.
Large rack-mounted computer drives to large scale medical equipment can be monitored for shock.

Cold Chain Validation

Deep freeze packaging to -40°C.
Conditioning and accelerated aging capabilities to 70°C and humidity to 95% RH.
8′ x 8′ walk-in chamber.

Environmental Testing

Environmental testing to define the fragility of a product.
Validate the adequacy of packaging under adverse and extreme environmental conditions.

Material & Package Pre-Conditioning

Unlimited material options for evaluation.
Individual packages up to full palletized loads.
All methods meeting ISTA procedures for atmospheric preconditioning. (1c,d,f,2a,b)

Compression Testing

Large 60″ x 60″ x 100″ platen opening allows testing of single packages and palletized loads.
45,000 lbs. of evenly distributed compressive force.
Dynamic testing to ISTA and ASTM Procedures.

Test progress and results are reported in graphical form for performance analysis.

Multiple tests may be super-imposed for comparison analysis.

Biodegradation Testing

Mass Loss Analysis – LW04 Method.
Standard Test Method for Determining Aerobic Biodegradation in Soil of Plastic Materials or Residual Plastic Materials After Composting.
Standard Test Method for Determining Anaerobic Biodegradation of Plastic Materials Under High-Solids Anaerobic-Digestion Conditions Considering Gas Evolution.
Solar (UV) & Weather Testing will test your products resistance to sunlight, UV degradation and exposure to weather. We can test both flat panels and 3-Dimensional parts.
Typical specifications include ASTM and ISO.

We continuously add new package testing methods and equipment to better serve our customers unique needs. Leadership in providing data to our clients that meet regulatory agency requirements is our objective.

CMG has consistently made what is often a frustrating, difficult process enjoyable. They are clear communicators, professional, and great to work with. Whenever problems come up, they offer suggestions and are ready to collaborate on all sorts of cost savings workarounds. As a startup, our schedule constantly changes which they have been more than able to accommodate. CMG is a great team and have lent their expertise to standard EMC testing as well as to extended areas of the regulatory process through their extensive experience in the field.

Tyler Hutchison, Senior Electrical Engineer, Hydrow

At Bose, we consider CMG to be a key business partner. While there are many test labs, CMG routinely offers service without conditions. We know that CMG will bring our projects in on or ahead of schedule while always providing the highest quality service. In today’s ever changing environment it is crucial for us to have suppliers and partners that can adapt to and meet our needs when called upon. CMG has demonstrated that meeting their client’s needs is their main objective and that focus has translated to their current and continued success

David J. Leis, Manager, Design Quality Engineering, Bose

This past weekend, two of my key engineers were at your facility working a highly visible and critical program for Northrop Grumman, the ATFLIR program supporting the FA-18s. I wanted to pass along my sincerest thanks to you for arranging support at your facility, and most particularly to the two gentlemen, Dan Gordon and Bernie Cameron, who worked with us on Friday, October 13th and Saturday, October 14th. Without their professional assistance and support, we could not have managed to achieve all that we did in such a short time or on such short notice. Both should be commended for providing top notch level of support. I have been told by both Northrop Grumman engineers who were at your facility that Dan and Bernie gave 110% effort. Please express to each our thanks, not only for their support, but for giving up a part of their personal time on our behalf.

Lorrie Gampp, ATFLIR 1550 Program Manager, Northrop Grumman

I would like to express my appreciation for the support I received from your organization on our latest round of testing last week of the APR-39A Receiver Assemblies. I would especially like to thank your technical staff, particularly Dan and Bernie, for successful test profiling and after-hour support on a holiday weekend. Timely completion of the testing sequence represented approximately 400K in end of year sales for our Littleton Operation. Thanks again and I look forward to future programs with your organization.

Francis X. McSweeney, Sr. Quality Engineer, Curtiss Wright Controls