Thermo Fisher Scientific recently selected WESTPAK, Inc.’s accredited testing laboratory in San Diego, California, to conduct simulated low-pressure (altitude) tests according to ASTM D6653-13 (2021) on microplates sealed with their Automated Plate Heat Sealer, identified as ALPS5000.
- The testing comprised 2,280 microplates shipped to WESTPAK in batches of 120 per day from different lots from 17 different injection molds prepared with the heat sealer.
- WESTPAK simulated high-altitude shipping conditions using “The Vault” altitude chamber.
- Thermo Fisher Scientific featured photos and comments of the testing performed at WESTPAK in the ALPS5000 product literature (ref. page 2).
WESTPAK’s Role
Performance Validation
- WESTPAK was crucial in testing the Thermo Fisher Scientific ALPS5000 Automated Plate Heat Sealer.
- Our expertise and facilities were instrumental in validating the performance and reliability of the sealer using various materials and operating conditions.
Collaboration and Expertise
- By closely collaborating with the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, WESTPAK provided valuable insights, ensuring that the ALPS5000 meets the highest standards for plate sealing.
- WESTPAK’s controlled laboratory environment provided repeatable and reliable testing.
In Summary
- WESTPAK’s rigorous testing and collaboration contributed to the ALPS5000’s reliability, performance, and validation.
Thank You
- We thank Thermo Fisher Scientific for including the testing performed at WESTPAK in their product literature and for allowing us to share our collaboration, partnership, and product literature mentioning us on our website.
