Many different products can benefit from impact drop testing. Some of the product drop testing performed with this method include: Electronics (i.e. smartphones, personal computers, tablets) Lab equipment Medical devices Pharmaceuticals Bulk food packaging In general, drop tests are a good idea if you're shipping delicate or high-value goods that aren’t suitable for rough handling, or if your products are likely to be rejected by consumers if they're not in perfect shape. A network rack and pallet of windows have very different design characteristics, but drop testing on both systems would provide valuable information to the OEM. While drop testing is especially useful in these instances, it may also be employed for lightweight products.