Pressure Analysis System
The system is a valuable aid in R & D and QC, for applications such as validation and calibration of sealing die pressure during food and drug packaging. In aseptic packaging systems such as CAP/MAP, it aids in fulfilling GMP compliance by revealing weak spots, channels and wrinkles at the sealing surface. Additionally, the system is used to verify and record pressure distribution during equipment set-up, preventive maintenance and product changeover for various Form/Fill/Seal, Deposit/Fill/Seal, and CAP/MAP systems. Finally, it is also useful in package drop test measurement, measuring roller pressure in the embossing and gravure processes, measuring interface pressure during ultrasonic welding, and taking nip impression between rollers.
Some of Topaq's features include histograms of pressure levels, enlargement and reduction capabilities, pseudo-color and 3-D view modes, extensive smoothing, filtering and thresholding. Surface contact area down to 3 mils can be analyzed. Each image and its accompanying statistics can be saved, printed and exported for analysis in other software packages.
Sensor Products Inc., 188 Route 10 Suite 307, East Hanover, NJ 07936. Tel: 973-884-1755; Fax: 973-884-1699.