Impact Solutions

Impact Solutions Impact Solutions is an independent material testing laboratory and innovation centre.

Impact Solutions is a leading UKAS and ISO 17025 accredited test laboratory (No. 0402) & innovation centre based in central Scotland. We have a dynamic team of experts with diverse industry experience and deep subject matter knowledge allowing us to support companies globally to develop and test their materials and products. We are an agile and customer focused laboratory we will go the extra mile

to understand our client’s technical challenges, delivering rigorous testing and development support whilst providing comprehensive scientific analysis in order for them to make informed decisions. As an independent laboratory, our state-of-the-art facilities are constantly expanding as the market changes and as our clients’ needs and challenges evolve. We have a unique approach to problem solving by working with our clients and innovation partners to deliver bespoke testing as well as collaborative research and development through our dedicated innovation team.

Small formulation change. Potentially big difference.Changing an additive, filler, coating or polymer ratio can affect m...
10/09/2026

Small formulation change. Potentially big difference.

Changing an additive, filler, coating or polymer ratio can affect more than just how a material looks or performs.

It can also influence its biodegradation behaviour.

That is why it can be useful to compare formulations earlier in the development process, before investing time in longer-term testing.

Impact-Bio® Rapid Screening is designed to help identify differences between candidate materials and support better-informed development decisions.

It is not a replacement for formal biodegradability testing, but it can help you decide which formulations are worth taking forward.

Making changes to a biodegradable material? Find out more about Rapid Screening: https://www.impact-solutions.co.uk/rapid-biodegradability-screening-testing/

A UN mark is more than just a label.For packaging used to transport dangerous goods, it shows that the pack has been tes...
04/09/2026

A UN mark is more than just a label.

For packaging used to transport dangerous goods, it shows that the pack has been tested to demonstrate how it performs under specific conditions.

Depending on the packaging, this can include drop, stack, leakproofness and hydraulic pressure testing.

And it is not just the outer pack that matters. Materials, closures, design and intended contents can all influence performance.

If you are developing or changing dangerous goods packaging, testing early can help identify issues before they become expensive problems later on.

Impact Solutions supports businesses with UN packaging testing and technical guidance throughout the process.

Need to know what your packaging should be tested against? Get in touch with our team: https://www.impact-solutions.co.uk/contact-us/

Would your packaging perform when it really matters?Packaging used to transport dangerous goods needs to meet strict per...
01/09/2026

Would your packaging perform when it really matters?

Packaging used to transport dangerous goods needs to meet strict performance requirements, and that is where testing comes in.

At Impact Solutions, we provide UN Dangerous Goods packaging testing for a wide range of packaging, from fibreboard boxes and bags to plastic jerricans, drums and more.

We can support businesses developing new packaging, making changes to existing designs or investigating why packaging has failed during testing.

With packaging, materials testing and failure analysis expertise all under one roof, we can help you understand not just whether your packaging passes, but how and why it performs the way it does.

Need support with your packaging testing requirements? Get in touch: https://www.impact-solutions.co.uk/contact-us/

28/08/2026

Ever wondered what biodegradability testing actually looks like?

Here’s a look inside the lab at Impact Solutions as our team carries out ISO 14855 testing, used to assess the aerobic biodegradability of materials under controlled composting conditions.

Good sustainability decisions need good data. Our testing helps manufacturers and material developers understand how their products and materials perform, supporting R&D and substantiated environmental claims.

Got a material you need to test? Get in touch with our team to find out how we can help.

A biodegradable substrate does not always mean a biodegradable finished product.Coatings, adhesives, inks and laminates ...
26/08/2026

A biodegradable substrate does not always mean a biodegradable finished product.

Coatings, adhesives, inks and laminates can all affect how a product behaves at end of life.

Our latest blog explores why these components matter, why finished-product testing can provide more meaningful evidence, and how Impact-Bio® can support biodegradability assessment.

Read more: https://www.impact-solutions.co.uk/why-adhesives-coatings-and-inks-can-affect-biodegradability/

Could your product or substance interfere with biological wastewater treatment?Impact-Bio®, Impact Solutions’ biodegrada...
20/08/2026

Could your product or substance interfere with biological wastewater treatment?

Impact-Bio®, Impact Solutions’ biodegradability and environmental testing service, offers OECD 209 Activated Sludge Respiration Inhibition Testing.

The test assesses how a substance affects microorganisms found in activated sludge by measuring their oxygen consumption. This helps identify whether different concentrations of a substance inhibit the microbial activity that plays an important role in biological wastewater treatment.

The results can support environmental assessment, product development and regulatory testing, and can also help inform further biodegradability studies.

Need reliable OECD 209 testing? Get in touch with our team to discuss how Impact-Bio® can support your project: https://www.impact-solutions.co.uk/contact-us/

No bias. No predetermined outcome. Just clear, independent results.At Impact Solutions, our independence means we can gi...
18/08/2026

No bias. No predetermined outcome. Just clear, independent results.

At Impact Solutions, our independence means we can give you a neutral view of how your materials and products really perform.

It also gives us the flexibility to think beyond standard test methods. If an off-the-shelf test doesn’t give you the answer you need, we can develop a bespoke testing approach around your product, material or technical challenge.

From performance testing to problem solving, our focus is simple: finding the right way to get you the answers you need.

Need impartial testing? Contact our team today: https://www.impact-solutions.co.uk/contact-us/

What is actually in recycled plastic?Recycled materials can contain more than the base polymer. Legacy additives, contam...
13/08/2026

What is actually in recycled plastic?

Recycled materials can contain more than the base polymer. Legacy additives, contaminants, mixed plastics and changes caused by previous processing can all affect how a material performs.

In our latest blog, we look at the potential contaminants manufacturers should consider when using recycled plastics, and how analytical testing can help investigate them.

Read more: https://www.impact-solutions.co.uk/contaminants-in-recycled-plastics-what-manufacturers-need-to-look-for/

How readily will your product or substance biodegrade?OECD 301F testing can help provide the data you need.Impact-Bio® o...
11/08/2026

How readily will your product or substance biodegrade?

OECD 301F testing can help provide the data you need.

Impact-Bio® offers OECD 301F Manometric Respirometry testing to assess the ready biodegradability of substances under aerobic conditions.

The test monitors oxygen consumption as microorganisms break down the test substance, providing an indication of how readily it biodegrades.

This data can support product development, environmental assessments and regulatory requirements, giving you greater confidence as your project moves forward.

Need OECD 301F testing? Get in touch with the Impact-Bio® team to find out how they can support your project: https://www.impact-solutions.co.uk/contact-us/

Every product and technical challenge requires the right testing approach.Impact Solutions is an independent third-party...
05/08/2026

Every product and technical challenge requires the right testing approach.

Impact Solutions is an independent third-party laboratory providing bespoke testing tailored to each client’s products, objectives and requirements.

Our clients rely on us as a trusted technical partner for impartial expertise, reliable results and practical insight that supports confident decision-making.

Independent. Bespoke. Trusted.

Visit our website to learn more: https://www.impact-solutions.co.uk/

Address

Impact Technology Centre, 1 Fraser Road, Kirkton Campus
Livingston
EH547BU

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+44 (0) 1324 489182

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