News | May 2, 2011

Non-Destructive Solutions For Package Integrity, Micro Leak Testing And Container Closure Integrity Testing At Interpack

Source: PTI - Packaging Technologies & Inspection

PTI will Showcase the VeriPac Leak Detection Systems at Interpack, May 12 – 18, 2011 in Düsseldorf, Germany. PTI Inspection Systems booth is located in the PMMI US Pavillion in Hall 12, Booth C13-3.

"The new generation VeriPac 400 Series made its debut in 2010 and has been very well received," commented Jesse Sklar, sales manager. "The pharmaceutical, food and medical device industries have recognized the need for better, faster inspection methods that over time cost less because less waste is produced. Companies also recognize the importance of implementing an inspection method for quality/process control which can eliminate catastrophic, costly product recalls due to package/seal integrity defects. Destructive test methods without a data stream are being replaced by systems that conform to a uniform standard, such as the ASTM. The focus and goal of PTI's inspection technologies is to exclude subjectivity from package testing, as well as maintain the integrity of the package so it can enter the market or be used for further testing."

Applications for VeriPac technology include stability studies, clinical trials, quality assurance testing and production statistical process control (SPC) for the following products:

  • Liquid filled & lyophilized vials(glass or plastic)
  • Empty & per-filled syringes
  • Ampoules
  • Blisters
  • Filled & sealed bottles, FFS bottles
  • BPC (Bulk Pharmaceutical Chemical) and API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient) Containers
  • Ophthalmic dropper tip bottles containing liquids
  • Lidded trays or cups
  • Pouches, stick packs and sachets
  • Transdermal patches

VeriPac Benefits:

  • Non-destructive, non-invasive, no sample preparation
  • ASTM test method and FDA standard
  • Defect detection down to 0.05 ccm (approximately 1.5 microns)
  • Highest level of repeatability and accuracy
  • Results proven superior to dye ingress
  • Cost effective with rapid return on investment
  • Simplifies the inspection and validation process
  • Zero waste

VeriPac systems are available in several configurations to accommodates various package specifications and test sensitivity requirements.

  • VeriPac 225 and 225/D – Dry fill package leak testing down to 50 microns
  • VeriPac 325 and 325/D - Dry fill package leak testing down to 15 microns
  • VeriPac 415 - GMP grade test system with leak testing down to 15 microns
  • VeriPac 425 - GMP grade test system with leak testing down to 5 microns
  • VeriPac 455 - GMP grade leak detection and container closure integrity testing down to 1.5 microns

About PTI Inspection Systems
PTI Inspection Systems is the leading manufacturer of non-destructive package inspection technologies for the pharmaceutical, medical device, food and container industries. We offer inspection systems for package integrity testing, seal integrity, leak testing and container closure integrity testing (CCIT). Our technologies exclude subjectivity from package testing, and use test methods that conform to ASTM standards. PTI Inspection systems provide repeatable, reliable results and can be used at any point in the manufacturing process as they are non-destructive, non-invasive and require no sample preparation.

SOURCE: PTI - Packaging Technologies & Inspection