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In today's fast-paced world, businesses across various industries are constantly seeking ways to streamline their operations, enhance productivity, and deliver innovative solutions to their customers. To meet these demands, many companies turn to Comprehensive Integrator and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) solutions. These versatile services offer a range of benefits, from reducing development time to ensuring product quality and scalability.

PTI's Integrator and OEM Solutions are designed to help manufacturers automate their package integrity testing processes. PTI offers a variety of sensory technologies, including Airborne Ultrasound, Vacuum Decay, Microcurrent HVLD, and Force Decay, that can be integrated into existing packaging lines or used to create new PIT systems. PTI also works closely with OEMs to integrate its technologies into their equipment.

PTI's Integrator and OEM Solutions offer a number of benefits, including:

• Increased productivity: By automating package integrity testing, manufacturers can free up operators to focus on other tasks, such as production or quality control.
• Improved product quality: Automated package integrity testing can help to identify and remove defective products from the production line, preventing them from reaching customers.
• Reduced costs: It can help to reduce the cost of labor and materials, as well as the risk of recalls.
• Compliance with regulations: PTI's solutions can help to ensure that products meet regulatory requirements for package integrity.

If you are a manufacturer who is looking to automate your package integrity testing process, PTI's Integrator and OEM Solutions can help. PTI has a team of experienced engineers who can help you to select the right sensory technology and integrate them into your production line. PTI also offers a variety of services, such as training and support, to help you get the most out of your PIT system.

Here are some of the specific solutions that PTI offers:

• Airborne ultrasound technology is used to inspect and analyze seals non-destructively. PTI's Seal-Scan® and Seal-Sensor products use airborne ultrasound to provide real-time seal quality inspection on the production line.
• Vacuum decay technology is used to leak test packages and containers. PTI's VeriPac platform uses vacuum decay to provide a deterministic method for leak testing that is repeatable and reliable.
• MicroCurrent HVLD technology is a CCIT test used to inspect packages for defects such as pinholes and cracks. PTI's MicroCurrent HVLD technology is non-destructive and can be used to inspect a variety of package materials.
• Force decay technology is used to measure the force required to open a package. PTI's Force Decay technology can be used to detect counterfeit products or to verify the integrity of packages.

If you are interested in learning more about PTI's Integrator and OEM Solutions, please visit our website or contact us for a consultation.

The integrity and safety of sterile products are critical in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries. Sterile materials are essential in patient care, surgical procedures, and medical treatments because they are free of live germs. To ensure that these items stay contaminant-free throughout their shelf life and delivery to patients, thorough packaging integrity testing is required.

The sterile product package serves as the first line of defense against potential contaminants, safeguarding the product from environmental hazards, physical damage, and microbial ingress. Any compromise in the packaging can lead to compromised product quality, reduced efficacy, and increased risks to patient health. Therefore, comprehensive package testing is indispensable to validate the barrier properties, durability, and overall performance of the packaging materials.

This blog delves into the significance of sterile product package testing, shedding light on the various testing methods employed and the role they play in maintaining the integrity of sterile products.

Vacuum Decay technology is a non-destructive container closure integrity test (CCIT) capable of detecting leaks in nonporous, rigid or flexible packages. Vacuum Decay leak testing is conducted by placing a sample package in a well-fitting evacuation chamber, which is provided with an external vacuum source. The vacuum levels as well as the change in vacuum over a fixed test time are closely observed using single or dual vacuum transducer technology. Changes in vacuum level beyond a predetermined pass/fail limit indicate defects within the package. PTI’s VeriPac Vacuum Decay series can non-destructively test packaging down to sub-micron leak rates - making it an excellent alternative to destructive testing methods.

Microcurrent HVLD is a unique High Voltage Leak Detection technology, highly effective across all liquid filled parenteral products. Its applications include liquid-based products ranging from extremely low conductivity sterile water for injection (WFI) to large molecule-based proteinaceous products with suspensions. Its ability to detect small pinholes, micro cracks and seal defects makes it an ideal choice for testing high risk pharmaceutical and parenteral products.

In conclusion, sterile product package testing is a cornerstone of product quality assurance, safety, and regulatory compliance. By meticulously examining packaging materials, seals, and integrity, manufacturers can safeguard product sterility, extend shelf life, meet regulatory expectations, and instil confidence in their consumers. As industries continue to advance and consumer expectations rise, investing in robust sterile product container closure integrity testing methodologies remains a fundamental necessity for any organization producing and distributing sterile products.