Lansmont Corporation

What Lansmont Corporation does

Lansmont Corporation, founded in 1971 through collaboration between Michigan State University researchers and Monterey Research Labs engineers, designs and manufactures shock and vibration measurement and laboratory testing systems used to validate product and packaging durability. The company's core technology portfolio centers on triaxial accelerometer-based environmental data recorders (the SAVER family including AM, 3D15, 3X90, 9X30, and 9XGPS with GPS), servo-hydraulic and electrodynamic shock test systems (Models 15 through 152, plus extreme high-speed HSX variants reaching 25,000 g peak acceleration), vertical and horizontal vibration test systems (Models 1000 through 65000), precision drop testers (PDT 80M through PDT 700 and QR 3000), compression testers (SqueezerPro and Models 122-15, 152-30, 152-50), inclined impact testers, mechanical shakers, and the TruMotion load stability dynamics platform. Supporting instruments include TouchTest control systems, Test Partner 3/4 data acquisition hardware, and SaverXware analytics software, all unified by the proprietary Field-to-Lab Six-Step methodology for cushioned package development.

Lansmont serves a diversified enterprise, government, and academic customer base across aerospace and defense (NASA, Raytheon, AFRL, U.S. Army, ATK), packaging and logistics (Amazon AMXL, Midea), medical devices and biotechnology (Smith & Nephew, Amgen), consumer electronics, automotive and industrial equipment, energy/batteries (UN/DOT 38.3 compliance), and research institutions (Virginia Tech, MSU School of Packaging). Revenue is generated through quote-based hardware sales of standard and custom-engineered systems, ANAB-accredited calibration and maintenance contracts (ISO/IEC 17025:2017), tiered Field-to-Lab consulting services, and operator training programs. Distribution combines direct enterprise field sales from the Monterey, California headquarters, three regional headquarters (Shanghai, Freiburg, Slinfold), and an authorized representative network spanning 15+ countries. Since 2022, Lansmont has operated as a subsidiary of the Physical Properties Testers (PPT) Group alongside Alluris, James Heal, and Mecmesin.

Name

Lansmont Corporation

Legal name

Lansmont Corporation

Website

https://lansmont.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Lansmont Corporation, founded in 1971 and now a subsidiary of PPT Group, designs shock and vibration testing systems and environmental data recorders that help aerospace, defense, packaging, medical, and electronics enterprises validate product durability and optimize packaging.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Test and Measurement Equipment (Shock and Vibration Testing)

NAICS

Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519), Testing Laboratories and Services (541380), Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

Shock, Vibration & Tilt Monitoring Devices (Impact Indicators, Data Loggers) (IMALAFAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Calibration Services & Standards (Calibration labs, reference standards, traceability services) (IMAGAFAH), Avionics Test, Simulation & Calibration Equipment (IMABAFAN)

Keywords

• Shock testing equipment
• Vibration testing systems
• Environmental data recorders
• Package testing instruments
• Compression testing machines

Headquarters

HQ city

Monterey Park

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Testing Equipment Sales: Sale of shock testers, vibration testers, drop testers, compression testers, mechanical shakers, and environmental data recorders. Products range from benchtop units to large custom-engineered systems with payload capacities up to 8,000 lbs.
2. Professional Services: Field-to-Lab consulting services including field measurement studies, data analysis, and test specification development. Tiered service packages from virtual data analysis to complete onsite coaching.
3. Calibration and Maintenance: ANAB Accredited calibration services (ISO/IEC 17025:2017) and comprehensive maintenance packages for all Lansmont test and measurement instruments.
4. Training Services: One-to-one training programs including equipment operator certification, SaverXware training, and applications training for unfamiliar or infrequently conducted tests.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Lansmont designs, manufactures, and sells shock and vibration testing equipment for product and packaging engineers, including environmental data recorders (SAVER family), compression testers, drop testers, inclined impact testers, mechanical shakers, shock testers, and vibration testers, complemented by proprietary control systems and software. The company also offers Field-to-Lab consulting services, ANAB-accredited calibration, training programs, and custom engineered solutions for specialized testing requirements. Customers include aerospace and defense agencies, packaging companies, consumer electronics firms, medical device manufacturers, government/military entities, and academic research institutions.

Product overview

Lansmont Corporation provides a comprehensive portfolio of shock and vibration testing solutions, consisting of multiple product lines that work together as an integrated testing ecosystem. The core offerings include: SAVER environmental data recorders (AM, 3D15, 3X90, 9X30, 9XGPS) that measure real-world transport dynamics; compression testing machines (SqueezerPro, 122-15, 152-30, 152-50) with TouchTest control systems; precision drop testers (PDT 80M, PDT 80, PDT 300, PDT 700, QR 3000); inclined impact testers (IT 152-4K, IT 213-6K); mechanical shakers (MS2000, MS400); and extensive shock test systems ranging from standard models (15/23, 65/81, 95/115, 122, 152) to high-speed (HS15/30, HS45) and extreme high-speed variants (HSX15/30, HSX20, HSX30/60), plus performance models (P122, P23, P30, P40, P55, P65/81, P95/115). Vibration testing equipment spans models 1000 through 65000 plus Model 6000H for horizontal testing, all controllable via TouchTest Vibration Controller. Data acquisition is handled by Test Partner (TP3 ETC, Test Partner 3, TP3 LITE, Test Partner 4) and SaverXware software. The TruMotion Load Stability Tester addresses pallet/unit load dynamics. Professional services include Field-to-Lab Consulting, calibration (ANAB Accredited), and training programs. Custom engineered solutions are available for specialized requirements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• SAVER Environmental Data Recorders Portable shock and vibration environmental data recorders (field data loggers) using internal triaxial accelerometers to autonomously measure and record acceleration time-history events during transport and handling. The SAVER family includes multiple models for asset monitoring, low-frequency DC recording, high-resolution 16-bit recording, multi-channel recording with external accelerometer inputs, and GPS-enabled positioning.
• Compression Testing Machines Range of compression testing machines including SqueezerPro, 122-15, 152-30, and 152-50 models for testing compressive strength of packaging, pallets, shipping containers, and bulk containers, controllable via TouchTest Compression (TTC3) system.
• Drop Testers Precision drop testers including PDT 80M (low-cost precision), PDT 80 (177 lb capacity), PDT 300 (661 lb capacity), PDT 700 (1,540 lb capacity for heavyweight testing), and QR 3000 (Quick Release for bulky items up to 3,000 lbs), conforming to ASTM, ISTA, and ISO test standards.
• Inclined Impact Testers Inclined impact testers (IT 152-4K and IT 213-6K) that perform inclined impact tests simulating distribution handling hazards with innovative design features for reliable and safe testing.
• Mechanical Shakers Mechanical shakers (MS2000 and MS400) operating on eccentric cam principles for repetitive shock, loose load, or bounce tests, easily adjusted for circular-synchronous or vertical linear motion. The MS400 handles packages or containers up to 400 lbs (181 kg).
• Shock Test Systems Comprehensive shock test system portfolio including standard models (Model 15/23, 65/81, 95/115, 122, 152, 23C cushioning tester), high-cycle (HC18, HC23), high-speed (HS15/30, HS45), extreme high-speed (HSX15/30, HSX20, HSX30/60 with up to 25,000 g), and performance (P122, P23, P30, P40, P55, P65/81, P95/115) variants, all controllable via TouchTest Shock (TTS) system.
• Vibration Test Systems Vibration test systems including vertical (Model 1000, 1800, 6200, 7000, 10000, 15000, 28000, 56000 tandem system, 65000) and horizontal (Model 6000H) models, all controllable via TouchTest Vibration Controller. Suitable for testing small products through palletized loads and large crated products with sine, random, and Field-to-Lab test protocols.
• Test Partner Data Acquisition Systems Shock data acquisition systems (Test Partner 3, TP3 ETC shock analyzer, TP3 LITE companion software, and Test Partner 4 latest generation) for analyzing dynamic events as well as analog event detection during drop, shock, and impact testing.
• TruMotion Load Stability Dynamics TruMotion Load Stability Tester (acceleration sled system) used for determining unit load stability and understanding dynamic forces affecting pallet and unit load stability. Includes TruMotion Acceleration Test Sleds introduced in 2024.
• SaverXware Software Data recorder setup and analysis software that allows communication with SAVER devices before testing and analyzes drop height, impact, vehicle motion, vibration, and other data after testing.
• TouchTest Compression (TTC3) Control System TouchTest Compression control system (TTC3) providing precision compression testing control for Lansmont compression testers with advanced features for testing efficiency.
• TouchTest Shock (TTS) Controller TouchTest Shock (TTS) touch controller designed for ease of use and testing efficiency, maximizing output from Lansmont shock testing systems.
• TouchTest Vibration Controller Fully integrated control system for servo-hydraulic vibration systems, designed for use with Lansmont's full vibration testing product line.
• Custom Engineered Solutions Customized impact testing systems designed and manufactured to meet specific customer requirements, including horizontal impact test systems (HITS), vertical impact test systems (VITS), and specialized shock/vibration systems. Used by Air Force Research Laboratory for fuze testing on penetrating ordinance.
• Field-to-Lab Consulting Professional consultancy service providing experienced expert consultation in field measurement studies, data analysis, and test specification development using the proprietary Field-to-Lab Six-Step Method, with tiered service packages from virtual data analysis to complete onsite coaching.
• Calibration Services ANAB Accredited calibration services (ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and ANSI/NCSL Z540-1-1994) and comprehensive maintenance packages for all Lansmont test and measurement instruments.
• Training Services One-to-one training programs including equipment operator certification, applications training for shock and vibration testing, and SaverXware software training for unfamiliar or infrequently conducted tests.
• PDT 700 Precision Drop Tester Precision drop tester for heavyweight drop testing with payloads up to 1,540 lbs (700 kg), developed for common ASTM, ISTA, and ISO test standards. Launched in 2024.

Quantifiable outcome

• Midea saves over $1.2 million per year using Lansmont testing solutions
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

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Feature6 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, major, notable and regional.

• Physical Properties Testers (PPT) GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Lansmont was acquired by PPT Group in 2022. The acquisition brought Lansmont into a group of brands including Alluris, James Heal, and Mecmesin, all expert in design and production of testing instrumentation and quality control technologies. The combined operation offers end-to-end testing solutions.
• Amazon AMXLmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on packaging validation podcast discussing transport packaging performance. Eric Joneson (former VP of Technology) joined Paul Larson from Amazon AMXL on the AMXL Packaging Strategy Podcast to discuss shock and vibration testing importance and ISTA standard development.
• Michigan State University (MSU) School of PackagingmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLansmont Corporation donated product and package testing technologies to MSU School of Packaging as part of investment in packaging durability testing and research. MSU was instrumental in founding Lansmont in 1971.
• Virginia TechnotableStrategic or Co-development PartnerVirginia Tech uses Lansmont TruMotion Load Stability Tester in cutting-edge research for trucking safety standards. Also conducting last-mile grocery delivery studies using Lansmont SAVERs and drop testers.
• International Safe Transit Association (ISTA)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLansmont actively supports ISTA through participation in standards development, educational programs, and industry events. Eric Joneson serves on ISTA boards. Company sponsors ISTA China Packaging Symposium as Platinum sponsor.
• Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDeveloped extreme high-speed shock test system (HSXX20) for AFRL capable of 25,000 g acceleration and 180 ft/sec velocity change for testing fuzes on penetrating ordinance.
• Optimus Instruments (Rycobel)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized representative serving Belgium, Luxembourg, and Netherlands markets for sales, service and support of Lansmont products.
• Adams Technologies Pvt. LtdregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized representative in India providing sales and support for Lansmont products. Hosts educational seminars on Lansmont technologies.
• eXcearch CorporationregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized representative in Japan for sales and support of Lansmont products.
• General Utility LtdregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized representative in South Korea for sales and support of Lansmont products.
• Al-Rhon EnterpriseregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized representative in Singapore for sales and support of Lansmont products.
• DAIKE-VSR CO., LTDregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized representative in Taiwan for sales and support of Lansmont products.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• HBK (Hottinger Brüel & Kjær): HBK (formerly Brüel & Kjær) is one of the largest global suppliers of sound, vibration, and acceleration measurement systems. Their accelerometers, data acquisition platforms, and laboratory shakers compete with Lansmont's SAVER recorders and TouchTest-controlled systems in research, aerospace, and automotive labs.
• Instron: Instron is a long-standing leader in materials and structural testing instrumentation. While primarily focused on tension/compression and fatigue, Instron competes in the broader package and component testing category where Lansmont sells compression and drop testers, especially to packaging engineering customers.
• MTS Systems: MTS Systems is a large, established manufacturer of mechanical testing and simulation systems, including servohydraulic and vibration test platforms. Overlaps with Lansmont in shock and vibration testing for product qualification, but MTS operates at much broader scope and scale across materials, structural, and biomechanical testing.
• Kistler Group: Kistler is a global measurement technology company producing piezoelectric sensors, force plates, and dynamic testing systems. Its accelerometer and shock testing instrumentation competes with Lansmont in aerospace, automotive, and defense qualification applications.

Direct peers

• Data Physics Corporation: Data Physics specializes in signal-based vibration testing controllers, shakers, and dynamic test systems — directly competing with Lansmont's TouchTest Vibration Controller and electrodynamic shaker product lines for laboratory vibration testing.
• Dytran Instruments: Dytran Instruments designs and manufactures piezoelectric accelerometers and shock/vibration sensors for demanding aerospace, defense, and transportation applications — a direct competitor to Lansmont's sensor and data recorder offerings, particularly for high-g shock measurement.
• PCB Piezotronics (MTS Sensors): PCB Piezotronics is a major manufacturer of piezoelectric accelerometers, vibration sensors, and associated data acquisition — directly comparable to the SAVER and Test Partner product lines. Customers use PCB sensors in shock/vibration field measurement applications overlapping with Lansmont's environmental data recorder use cases.

Regional players

• Drop Testers / Lab Testing Equipment (e.g., TM Electronics, Lanso): Smaller regional drop and impact testing instrument makers compete primarily on price and local service in specific geographies. They serve the same packaging and consumer electronics QA customers as Lansmont but typically lack the integrated Field-to-Lab methodology and global service network.

Emerging players

• Mecmesin: Mecmesin is another PPT Group brand producing force and materials testing instruments for packaging and quality control. Its compression and tensile testers overlap with Lansmont's SqueezerPro and TTC compression product lines in packaging and consumer goods QA labs.
• James Heal: James Heal is a sister PPT Group brand specializing in textile testing instruments. While not a direct product competitor, it is a portfolio peer within PPT Group with shared end-customers in quality-controlled manufacturing and an analogous sales channel structure.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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