Minnesota Thermal Science



	Design Consulting and Prototyping Qualification Testing Refurbishment and Kitting Co-Branding Reverse Logistics Implementation Engineering and Design Services Thermal Testing Lab and Capabilities Leasing



	* Minus 50° to 22°C-assured performance

	* Outperforms any other solution available

	* Award-winning solutions

	* Fully validated by independent experts and leading companies

	* Ships product longer, further

	* Significant return-on-investment

	* Truly green solution

Minnesota Thermal Science is dedicated to providing services that enhance our client’s overall product experience and help them achieve unparalleled performance and project success. MTS product quality is matched only by the flexibility and performance of a full range of client support services. Such services include design consulting and prototyping, qualification testing, refurbishment and kitting, co-branding, a comprehensive reverse logistics program, and implementation. Clients may also take advantage of customized product service agreements/leasing.

Thermal Testing Lab and Capabilities

Minnesota Thermal Science operates a full-service ISTA-certified thermal testing laboratory that features state-of-the-art calibrated environmental chambers and data acquisition systems. The programmable equipment is capable of a wide range of temperatures and humidity control to meet any client requirements. MTS also works with clients to develop custom testing protocols and shipping profiles. MTS protocols and test reports can withstand FDA and other regulatory agency scrutiny.

Lab features:

•	ISTA certification for procedure 5B (Focused Simulation Guide for Thermal Performance Testing of Temperature Controlled Transport Packaging) and procedure 7D (Thermal Controlled Transport Packaging for Parcel Delivery System Shipment)
•	Compliance with ASTM procedure D3103 (Standard Test Method for Thermal Insulation Quality of Packages)
•	NIST traceable calibrations on environmental chambers and data acquisition equipment performed annually (at a minimum) by an outside vendor
•	Full range of temperature and humidity simulation
•	Full range of conditioning equipment, including minus 85°C so-low freezer, standard freezers, refrigerators and room temperature chamber
•	Comprehensive reports that conform to industry standards
•	Competent and trained laboratory personnel
•	Large chamber capacity allows for multiple unit testing and side-by-side comparisons of several different configurations or package types

Other Testing Capabilities

Minnesota Thermal Science also offers several other testing capabilities, including transportation simulation testing and certification through one of our off-site laboratory partners. Enjoy one-stop-shopping for all of your testing and certification needs, whether they be thermal or transportation.

Additional Capabilities:

•	ISTA Series 1, 2 and 3 transportation testing and certification (all subset tests offered)
•	ASTM D4169 – Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Shipping Containers and Systems
•	UN/DOT Category A and B hazardous materials testing and certification
•	Thermal and transit qualification via live shipments from our facility to a destination of your choice
•	Any other custom testing … Just ask!