by clare | Oct 25, 2021 | Blog, CeraTek, Risk Mitiagtion
What processes are effective for identifying and closing gaps in the medical device packaging process? One of the most effective methodologies for identifying gaps is the Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA). Engineers use this method to identify were there may be...
by clare | Oct 17, 2021 | Blog, CeraTek, Risk Mitiagtion
What Is Risk Mitigation for Medical Device Packaging? Medical device packaging risk mitigation involves evaluating the medical device packaging process, determining where there are gaps or potential opportunities for critical issues to be missed or overlooked, and...
by clare | Sep 13, 2021 | Blog, CeraTek, Medical Tray Sealer
When choosing a packaging equipment vendor, it is critical to look for a company that will listen to your needs and wants and understand, based on their past experience, the challenges you face. The vendor should work with you to overcome those challenges, functioning...
by clare | Sep 6, 2021 | Blog, CeraTek, Medical Tray Sealer
Statistical terms used in tray sealing: CPK and standard deviation Process capability (CPK) is a statistical measurement that describes the accuracy and repeatability of a tray sealing process. Using an archery target as a metaphor, an ideal tray sealing process is...
by clare | Aug 30, 2021 | Blog, CeraTek, Medical Tray Sealer
Creating and testing a hermetic seal The most important elements needed to create a hermetic seal between a tray and lid are temperature, time, and pressure—and for tray sealing of medical devices, those three elements must be applied consistently, with little to no...
by clare | Aug 23, 2021 | Blog, CeraTek, Medical Tray Sealer
The benefits of sealed trays compared to pouches and clamshells Sealed trays offer benefits that pouches and clamshell packaging cannot. The major advantage is product protection. A sealed tray protects a medical device for the entirety of its shelf life—through the...