Packaging Machine Sealing Jaw Pressures
Measure the pressure distribution between packaging machine sealing jaws and bars.
Pressure Measurement Improves Packaging Machine Sealing Jaws Performance
A poor quality seal produced by a packaging machine can result in large quantities of product waste for a manufacturer. This can be a result of uneven bars, low forces or worn parts in the clamp sealing assembly. The I-Scan® system has been utilized in packaging applications to help troubleshoot these mechanical problems. By adjusting the sealing forces before the start of a production run, large amounts of product waste can be avoided. The I-Scan pressure mapping system can be used to inspect worn parts, set up new machines, and improve overall quality control in the production area. It can also be used as a research and development tool to design improved sealing machines. Tekscan’s patented, thin-film sensors are available in different shapes, are reusable, and provide accurate pressure readings. With the help of our highly qualified sales and engineering support team, each system may be configured to meet your specific needs.
Before and after pressure output of sealing jaws. Before test taken showing weak pressures on the outside (left).
Adjustments are made, a second test is taken confirming a more even seal (right).
Pressure Measurement Sealing Applications
- Identify worn parts, low forces, and uneven sealing bars
- R&D for new machine design
- Before and after adjustment comparison
- Machine to machine comparison
- Reliability and validation testing
Benefits of using pressure measurement for machine setup
- Reduce machine set-up time
- Minimize product waste
- Identify low yield machines
- Increase yield in manufacturing
Typical Pressure Sensors used for Sealing Jaw Pressure Measurement
- Sensor Model 5501
Sensing Area Total Width Height Sensels Sensel Density 12.03 in. 3.24 in. 264 6.8 in.2 305.6 mm 82.3 mm 264 1.1 cm2 - Sensor Model 5510
Sensing Area Total Width Height Sensels Sensel Density 12.14 in. 3.40 in. 1,496 36.2 in.2 308.4 mm 86.4 mm 1,496 5.6 cm2 - Sensor Model 5511
Sensing Area Total Width Height Sensels Sensel Density 12.10 in. 3.40 in. 1,496 36.4 in.2 307.3 mm 86.4 mm 1,496 5.6 cm2 - Sensor Model 5570
Sensing Area Total Width Height Sensels Sensel Density 8.36 in. 3.24 in. 264 9.7 in.2 212.3 mm 82.3 mm 264 1.5 cm2
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