Sample Testing

TapTone offers application evaluation as a service to our customers. By testing with actual production samples, we can recommend the appropriate system and the performance capabilities that can be expected.  Our policy is to provide up to four hours of sample testing at no charge. If a more involved study is requested or recommended, a proposal for the additional effort will be generated.  The cost of shipping samples to Teledyne Benthos is the responsibility of the party submitting the samples for evaluation, for both domestic and overseas shipments of samples sent directly to Teledyne Benthos, Inc. Samples Originating in the United States Samples Originating Outside the United States Product Processors: This service is performed free of charge Package Design Companies and Packaging Manufacturers: The service is also available to package design companies and package manufacturers on a consulting basis to ensure that the packages they develop for their customers can be tested.  Call (508) 563-1000 for more details.  Samples Originating in the United States: When requesting our sample test services, the Sample Pre-test Form must be completed and any pertinent information included. TapTone will typically complete sample testing within 10 days of receipt of the samples and the completed Sample Pretest Form.  We strongly recommend participation in this service as it permits a clear understanding of the performance capabilities of the TapTone equipment prior to purchase commitment. Samples should be shipped to the address below. To submit samples for evaluation: Print a Sample Pre-test Form Complete the information on the sample form. Submit the form along with an appropriate number of product samples. For individual container inspection, send 24 samples of each product and size to be evaluated. For case inspection, send 5-6 cases of product. Note:  if product is perishable, it must be packed appropriately to prevent spoilage during transit. Samples submitted should represent actual production samples. Samples should be shipped to: Teledyne TapTone Att: Jose Nunes 49 Edgerton Drive North Falmouth, MA 02556 Once your samples are received a TapTone representative will contact you to discuss your application and advise you on our process and turnaround time. A comprehensive report will be sent to you regarding the testability of your product. Samples Originating Outside the United States: All samples sent to Teledyne Benthos for sample test/evaluation purposes from outside the United States must have a Prior Notification form filed with the FDA before they will be allowed into the country.  Please note that there is a specific form to be used depending on the shipment method selected.  Forms for all shipping methods are available from www.fdaregistrar.com.  Use the form that is appropriate for your shipping method.  Once you fax the Prior Notification form to the FDA Registration Office you will receive an approval form within 24 hours.  This form will have a bar code along the top area and it must be enclosed with all shipping documents.  A copy of the form should be sent to Mike Mierjeski at our office so he can assist with the customs process if necessary. The forms associated with shipment by sea or air require an FDA Registration number by the shipping company and the recipient.  Shipping by Express Carrier requires the Recipients number only.  The Teledyne Benthos, Inc., (recipient) FDA Registration Number is listed below.  For overseas shipments, documents should reflect that the contents are “SAMPLES FOR EVALUATION ONLY – NO COMMERCIAL VALUE”.  Additionally, the shipping documents should be marked “FREE DOMICILE” to indicate that the all freight charges, and any customs or brokerage charges, are to be paid by the consignor. Please note: To ensure that samples are not detained by Customs, we recommend that the company shipping the samples also be registered with the FDA. Additional information can be found at www.fdaregistrar.com. Please use the following information for the Recipient: Teledyne Benthos, Inc. 49 Edgerton Drive North Falmouth, MA 02556 Contact Name: Jose Nunes Phone: 508-563-1563 Fax: 508-563-6444 E-mail: jnunes@teledyne.com Teledyne Benthos, Inc, FDA Registration Number: 18084646054 Note:  Samples can not be returned after testing.