Accelerated Aging Shelf Life Testing Services
Bring your products to market faster with Element’s accelerated aging and shelf life testing. We simulate temperature, humidity, and UV exposure to help you predict durability, ensure compliance, and make confident, data-driven decisions. With expertise in ASTM F1980 and industry standards, Element provides reliable insights to optimize product safety, longevity, and performance.
What is Accelerated Aging Shelf Life Testing at Element?
Accelerated aging testing simulates long-term environmental effects on products in compressed timeframes. At Element, we use environmental chambers to evaluate how temperature, humidity, and UV exposure impact your product's integrity and safety, providing data-driven insights for product development and regulatory compliance. Our testing includes precise Cool White UV indoor lighting at higher intensities, providing data-driven insights for product development and regulatory compliance.
What Can Element Offer You For Accelerated Aging Shelf Life Testing Services?
Products we test
Products we test
Your medical devices, packaging systems, and food products undergo comprehensive testing in our state-of-the-art facilities. We specialize in evaluating sterile barrier systems, container components, and complete packaging assemblies to verify long-term performance and safety.
Key tests offered
Key tests offered
- Temperature and humidity exposure testing
- UV exposure analysis (UVA/UVB)
- Cool White UV (indoor lighting) assessment
- ICH photostability testing
- Artificial daylight stability evaluation
- Combined environmental exposure testing
- Container and package testing
Methods and solutions offered
Methods and solutions offered
We use the Arrhenius reaction rate function to determine optimal test durations. Our experts guide you through test selection based on your specific product requirements, industry standards, and regulatory needs. Each testing program is customized to deliver the most relevant data for your application.
Cutting-edge equipment we use
Cutting-edge equipment we use
- Environmental chambers for temperature/humidity control
- High-frequency vibration and shock equipment
- Walk-in chambers for large components
- Fluorescent light systems with daylight lamps
- Ultraviolet A lamps for near UV testing
- Customizable fixtures for unique projects
Industry expertise, real impact
Industry expertise, real impact
Our medical device testing experts bring deep industry knowledge to every project, helping you navigate regulatory requirements while delivering reliable data for product validation and market approval.
Standards we meet and the products we test
American Society for Testing & Materials
- ASTM F1980: Standard Guide for Accelerated Aging of Sterile Barrier Systems for Medical Devices
- ASTM D4332: Standard Practice for Conditioning Containers, Packages, or Packaging Components for Testing
- ASTM F1327: Standard Terminology Relating to Barrier Materials for Medical Packaging
Other Specifications
- ANSI / AAMI / ISO 11607: Packaging for terminally sterilized medical devices
Medical devices
- Sterile barrier systems
- Medical packaging materials
- Terminally sterilized devices
Packaging systems
- Food packaging
- Container systems
- Package components
Your Challenges, Our Solutions
Time Constraints
Safety uncertainty
Complex regulations
Environmental unknowns
Why Choose Element
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Comprehensive testing solutions
Industry-leading equipment
Expert guidance
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