by clare | Nov 8, 2021 | Blog, CeraTek, Risk Mitiagtion
What role does automation play in risk mitigation for medical device packaging? Automation provides unique opportunities for the medical device industry. First and foremost, automating a packaging process removes the operator from the process, eliminating the risk of...
by clare | Nov 1, 2021 | Blog, CeraTek, Risk Mitiagtion
What Features Are Important to Review When Evaluating Heat Sealers? One of the main features to review when evaluating heat sealers is process control capability for temperature, seal dwell time/speed and pressure as well as the ability to interface with the heat...
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...
