At Virginia Tech’s Center for Packaging and Unit Load Design (CPULD), we are excited to offer an exclusive photography package that can now be included with your pallet and packaging testing projects. This new service not only provides visual documentation of the rigorous testing processes your pallet or package undergoes, but it also highlights your partnership with a world-renowned research institution.

Imagine the value of having high-quality images of your pallet or package being rigorously tested to international standards by CPULD’s team of experts. These images are more than just snapshots of a process -they serve as visual proof of your dedication to excellence. Every photograph captures the precision and thoroughness of the testing conducted in CPULD labs, and highlights your commitment to meeting safety benchmarks.

This visual documentation offers a unique opportunity to share with clients, partners, and stakeholders the care and innovation that goes into ensuring your packaging solutions are safe and reliable. It reinforces the message that you’re not just meeting industry requirements - you’re actively investing in advanced testing methods.

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lab techs vibe table
Image 2. CPULD lab technicians working at the vibration table.

Moreover, by choosing to partner with CPULD, you are contributing to a broader mission. Your participation in our testing program directly supports hands-on education and real-world training for Virginia Tech students. These students are the future leaders of the packaging industry, and through their work in our labs, they gain invaluable experience with cutting-edge technology and industry best practices. By integrating your project into this educational framework, you help shape the next generation of professionals who will continue to push the boundaries of packaging innovation. Your company’s involvement ensures that the future of the packaging industry is being built on a solid foundation of knowledge, experience, and forward-thinking solutions.

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lab techs stretchwrapper
Image 3. CPULD lab technicians measuring stretch wrap strength.

CPULD's new Social Media Photo Package includes a dedicated one-hour session with a local, professional photographer who will follow your project as it undergoes various tests in CPULD’s state-of-the-art labs. Our experienced technicians will be captured in action as they perform critical assessments on your pallet or packaging using advanced testing equipment. This photo package will:

  • Provide comprehensive visual documentation: You’ll have high-resolution images of your product being tested under real-world conditions, ideal for marketing, client presentations, or internal records.
  • A way to showcase your partnership with Virginia Tech: Images will highlight your company’s role in fostering the next generation of packaging professionals through educational partnerships.
  • And, enhance your brand’s image: You will be able to use these professional photos to communicate your dedication to safety, quality, and sustainability in packaging.

In today’s competitive market, customers, partners, and stakeholders are looking for more than just functional products. They want to see the values that go into making those products. With the new photography package being offered at CPULD, your company can demonstrate its commitment to not only producing high-quality pallets or packaging but also to making a positive impact on the future of the industry. With the added benefit of professional visual content, you can proudly display your role in advancing standards and education.

Contact us today to learn more about adding this unique photography package to your testing project. Together, let’s showcase your commitment to quality, innovation, and education!

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lab techs pallet tester
Image 4. CPULD lab technicians setting up pallet load capacity testing.