PTI Packaging Technologies and Inspection
OptiPacA deterministic non-destructive technology designed specifically for multi-cavity blister packs
The OptiPac Leak Detection System is a deterministic non-destructive technology designed specifically for multi-cavity blister packs. OptiPac utilizes volumetric imaging under vacuum with topographic imaging to detect the presence and location of leaks.The OptiPac is engineered and designed with One-Touch Technology to achieve a rapid test cycle requiring no changeover or sample preparation. Operators simply place the blister package on the test plate and press the START button. Within seconds, the operator sees a definitive pass/fail result, and a visual identification of blister cavity defects. OptiPac technology is unique in that it can provide rapid detection of sub-5-micron defects depending on blister cavity volume. OptiPac requires no tools for different blister formats.
The OptiPac Blister Package Inspection System is specially designed for practical operation, sensitivity and reliability. OptiPac utilizes volumetric imaging technology: a deep algorithm with multi-imaging under vacuum. The operator selects a recipe for the blister package using the HMI touch screen and places the blister pack on the test plate in any orientation. After pressing the start button, vacuum is pulled to a defined vacuum. The blisters expand under vacuum, driving air out of the blister through any leaks present. If there is a leak in the blister, the air escapes into the chamber leaving a collapsed blister cavity. During the dynamic vacuum test sequence, a volumetric image and measurement reading is taken that determines which blister cavities are defective. A definitive pass/fail result is displayed as well as the quantitative measurement for each package tested.
• Non-destructive technology - Pass/Fail results backed by quantitative test data
• Completely tool-less
• No changeover to test different blister formats
• Identifies defective cavity
• Pre-loaded recipe library with easy recipe setup and validation of new blister formats
| Application | Non-destructive leak detection of blister packs (ranging from 1 cavity up to multi-cavity blister packs) |
| Package Type/Materials | • Blister packs/foil, paper, aluminum • Cold form and thermo formed blister packs |
| Technology | Volumetric imaging under vacuum |
| Operator Interface | Integrated Windows 10 Computer - 15.6” Wide Touch Screen HMI • Option to connect external keyboard and mouse |
| Test Result Data | Pass/Fail result on touch screen and measurement reading |
| Data Collection | • View on HMI screen • PTI-ETHOS CFR 21 Part 11 Software - Windows 10 Active Directory Management or local using SQL Server • USB stick for easy data transfer |
| Test Sensitivity* | • <5 Microns |
| Test Chamber | Integrated test chamber |
| Test Instrument Enclosure | Stainless steel compact frame houses PLC controller, operator touch screen display and internal vacuum generator |
| Dimensions/Weight | 17.3”W X 19” D X 53.2” H | 80 lbs. |
| Power | 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.0A |
| Air Supply | 90 psi |
| Options | Validation Qualification Package (IQ/OQ) |
| PTI OptiPac - Data sheet 1.1 MB |
