Failure Modes

Each time you package a medical device for sale and delivery, your design – and its execution – get put to the test. Your products and procedures will be under the microscope, and failing these tests can seriously impact your business. Here are common test failure modes.

Seal Creep

Have you rightsized your package as well as selected the proper materials and sealant layer technology?
See an example of seal creep

Channels

Does your design allow ample room between the device and the end of the pouch to permit the chance of producing channels and wrinkling in the seal?
See an example of channels

Punctures

Is your device too tightly packed? Are there any sharp edges that repeatedly push against the material during simulated or actual transportation?

Flex Cracking

Have you chosen a material with the malleability to stand up to the vibration cycle of simulated and actual distribution?
See an example of flex cracking

Abrasion

Often a result of undersized packaging, abrasion can lead to the formation of a pinhole. Does your package minimize material tenting to reduce abrasion?
See an example of abrasion

Device Damage

Device damage is one of the biggest risks that result from improperly-sized barrier systems and/or protective packaging. Is your package properly sized to ensure the product gets to market safely?
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Struggling to meet your compliance requirements?

Whether in our lab or in your facility, our healthcare packaging engineers tailor solutions that reduce costs, improve material performance, increase productivity, and can help troubleshoot packaging failures.
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Need help understanding testing methods?

Our industry standard test method videos demonstrate testing methods you can use to detect and avoid packaging failures.
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What should your seal strength be?

Seal strength in medical device packaging is critical, and must stand up to the real world stress of sterilization, distribution and product load. For more than 40 years, industry professionals have been asking: What should my minimum value be, and how do I meet the 1.0 lb. seal strength standard?
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