BlisterScan is a leak detection device for blister packs. it uses non-contact laser scanning technology to detect leaks and weak seals in individual pockets.

BlisterScan, a non-destructive leak detection device for blister packs that uses non-contact laser scanning technology to detect leaks and weak seals in individual pockets.

It pinpoints micro holes and weak seals in:

BlisterScan instantly pinpoints the location of a faulty pocket seal. Further graphical analysis is provided for each individual blister pocket. This improves your blister packing process by enabling engineers to trace and identify the source of a leak, according to current PAT (Process Analytical Technology) thinking. The BlisterScan screen shows a pass (green) or fail (red) result for each blister pocket and also indicates the absence of a blister pack (black).

Test Method A beam of light scans the individual pockets before and after applying a vacuum. After a set dwell time the blister pockets are scanned again. A Pass or Fail result is given based on a comparison of the ‘before’ and ‘after’ readings against a predetermined leakage acceptance level. From the results, a correlation with the hole size can be made.

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