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The journey to the

ultimate package
Discover the easiest ways to achieve true
package integrity.
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Your package
integrity partner
Food safety ✔
Shelf life ✔
Green packaging ✔
Product recalls ✔
Your package integrity partner
There are so many reasons that package
integrity is a top priority for laboratories,
manufacturers, and production lines dealing
with flexible packaging across the globe.
Whether you’re looking to explore R&D
initiatives to produce the perfect package or
need to ensure exceptional quality control on
your production line, having the right test and
inspection equipment in place is key to
success. From seal testing to leak testing, we
have the tools you need.
That’s why Industrial Physics exists. As your
test and inspection partner, we’re here to
guide you on your path towards creating the
ultimate package. Consistently adapting to the
latest innovations, we offer a wealth of
solutions that allow you to test across the
entire flexible food packaging supply chain.
We’ve been at the forefront of
package integrity for 100 years.
Across our family of brands, including Testing
Machines Inc, Systech Illinois, United Testing
Systems, RayRan, TQC Sheen, TME, and many
more, we’ve been at the forefront of package
integrity for 100 years.
We’re with you every step of the way. And we’d
like to take you on that journey. The journey
towards producing and perfecting the
ultimate package. As you know, every stage of
quality control is critical - from initial tests on
the very first raw materials, to final
inspections on the finished package ready for
market, and everything that goes in between.
 We’re here to guide
you on your path
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towards creating the
ultimate package.
Discover the wide variety of tests we offer, gain advice into best practice for testing
applications, learn about how our machines can save you money, and hear from our happy
customers who’ve been using our solutions across their labs and production lines to
ensure quality every single time.

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The ultimate
package – why is it so
important?
The ultimate package – why is it so important?
Perfection in packaging is
paramount for so many reasons.
Obviously, it’s well known that eye-
catching designs, innovative shape
manipulations, and bold artwork
can grab consumer attention. But
for packaging manufacturers it’s
about so much more than
cosmetics and marketing.
Issues surrounding food safety,
shelf life, standards, and green
packaging have to be front of mind
when it comes to producing
flexible packaging that will wrap up
the world’s favorite foods. This is
something that impacts decisions
around testing and inspecting both
on a quality line and during R&D
laboratory investigations.
Gearing up for a greener future
Sustainability is one of the hottest
topics on the planet right now –
and packaging is a key component
of this conversation. Pressure is
mounting on the world’s biggest
food brands to package their
product up in a way that’s
sustainably responsible. And
there are many different
motivators for businesses in this
area. The global flex pack market
is predicted to grow from 160.8bn
to 200.5bn from 2020 to 2025. As
green packaging increases in
popularity, the ever-expanding
flexible packaging market is at the
forefront of this important
conversation around planet
friendly packaging.
59% of manufacturers believe
that sourcing sustainable raw
materials is going to be a
challenge for the foreseeable
future.
Our recent report, ‘2022 Global Sustainable innovations
Outlook of Sustainable Packaging’ impacting production lines
surveyed 255 packaging decision
makers across the world. Of those Whatever the motivation may be,
questioned, we learned that 65% the impact on quality control is
are investing in sustainable clear. Almost three quarters (71%)
packaging to reduce their said that quality control processes
environmental footprint, whereas are made more difficult when it
50% wanted to reduce waste and comes to sustainable packaging
49% were doing this in order to materials.
satisfy consumer demand.
 It was interesting to see exactly
Key stats where these challenges sat when
from packaging it came to testing. Leak testing
decision-makers (56%), crush and compression
testing (55%), and burst, puncture,
65% and tear testing (53%) were all
identified as the most common
testing procedures associated with
are investing in sustainable sustainable packaging – all critical
packaging to reduce their tests associated with flexible
environmental footprint packaging.
50% Interestingly, quality tests sitting
within the middle of the
production process seemed to
wanted to reduce waste prove the most difficult when it
came to meeting associated
49% standards. Coatings, printing, and
labeling (44%), heat sealing (43%),
and sealing in general; (41%) were
were doing this in order to all cited as the areas that brought
satisfy consumer demand about bigger challenges.
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out more about our
package integrity offerings:
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How is innovation affecting R&D?
The impact on research and Across our portfolio of products,
development came through we offer solutions for testing in an
strongly in our report. In fact, R&D R&D lab as well as a quality
was cited as the biggest area that
will impact the landscape of
control production line – whatever
your needs may be, we’re here to
sustainable packaging innovations offer our support.
moving forward. What’s more, 59%
of manufacturers believe that
sourcing sustainable raw materials
is going to be a challenge for the
foreseeable future.
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Raw materials in
flexible packaging
Raw materials in flexible packaging
A key area within flexible packaging that is causing market
disruption focuses on raw materials. From cost, to performance, to
sourcing issues, right now this area of the flexible packaging supply
chain is being met with numerous obstacles.
According to our previously mentioned report, the top challenge
associated with sustainable packaging was optimizing material
performance to protect goods (53%).
And exactly half of our respondents cited the need to pass increased
material costs onto consumers as a concern.
When we asked our experts about this, they told us that the increasing
cost of raw materials can be problematic towards ensuring quality.
That’s because within many quality control environments, as the cost of
raw materials rises, the funds to afford these essential components need
to be found elsewhere. And often this budget is re-allocated from the
quality control area.

But is this really an investment worth sacrificing?

The top challenge associated
with sustainable packaging was In a word, no. Because if your package isn’t perfect, you could be left with
a whole host of issues. From product recalls, to consumer complaints, to
optimizing material health and safety issues that can cause serious brand damage. It’s not

performance to protect goods worth the risk.

(53%).
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Ensuring food safety

Ensuring food safety
One of the biggest risks surrounds food safety.
This is a critical concern for any flexible packaging manufacturer.

Whether you’re developing solutions in the lab to maximize shelf life, or whether
you need to gain trust that your packaging production line can ensure quality,
food safety is something that needs to be taken seriously.

It’s possibly the biggest reason that test and inspection solutions within flexible
packaging are so important.

In our report, 49% of people cited an ability to meet safety and testing standards
as one of the top challenges associated with sustainable packaging. And with
flexible food packaging in particular, there are numerous considerations to take
into account.

That’s why we’re here. To ensure that every step you take towards perfecting your
packaging will protect your reputation.
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The road towards the

ultimate package
The road towards the
ultimate package
Across all areas of the supply chain – from the initial raw material to the finessed,
finished, and fine-tuned product – test and inspection is key.

In this document, we’ll take you on a journey towards the ultimate package –
showcasing some of the solutions we offer for both research & development
environments and quality control production lines. Solutions that will allow you to
achieve true perfection in packaging.

Our solutions: (Click to navigate to section)

#1 #2 #3 #4 #5
Density testing >> Permeation testing >> Inks and coatings Tack & seal testing >> Leak testing >>
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Density testing
Density testing
Across our portfolio of products, we have numerous solutions on
offer that measure the density of the raw materials you need within
flexible packaging. But we wanted to shine the spotlight on two
products in particular.

The TMI 21-10 AutoDensimeter (DSG-1) offers a highly reliable

solution to conduct raw material density testing within a quality
control environment. Whereas the Ray-Ran Auto Density Gradient
Apparatus (DGA) is the perfect tool when performing density tests TMI 21-10 Ray-Ran Auto
within an R&D laboratory environment. AutoDensimeter Density Gradient
(DSG-1) Apparatus (DGA)
Let's take a look at both in a little more detail…
RayRan DGA
The Advanced Auto Density Gradient Apparatus from Ray-Ran has Key features:
become the world’s benchmark for accurate density measurement of
small solid specimens using the column method. Automatic calibration
system
Using this solution, you can calculate the density of a specimen to six 110v 60hz and 240v 50Hz
decimal places!Built with operator simplicity in mind, its ease of LCD display with simple
operation and high accuracy makes it ideal for product development on-screen instructions
and quality control within production. Automatic density
calculation
Offered as a three or six column version, the built-in on-board Includes a mini-USB and
Microprocessor System accurately calculates the specimen’s density to a backlight
a resolution of 0.001g/ml more quickly and more accurately by
measuring the samples position in the column relative to the calibrated
marker floats.

Once the correct position of the sample is recorded, the density is

displayed on the LCD screen. What’s more, column linearity can also be
checked and shown in Techni-test software!

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TMI 21-10 Automated Key features:
Densimeter DSG-1 Electronic controls and
digital outputs
The TMI 21-10 Automated Densimeter DSG-1 is a high precision It only takes around 20
digital instrument that offers accurate results while also being easy seconds to measure one
to operate. sample!
Measures the specific
An electronic balance determines specific gravity of rubber, plastics gravity of a wide range of
(especially like polyethylene), ceramic, and various other materials substances
with the single push of a button. Specific gravity of your chosen sample Many attachments
can be directly read on the indicator screen in a way that’s both simple available – offering true
and easy! versatility for your testing
needs
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Permeation testing
Permeation testing
When it comes to permeation testing, having the right equipment in
place for both R&D and quality control is of the utmost importance.

Finding equipment that offers accurate and reliable results for your
flexible packaging is critical. But what’s also important is discovering a
solution that is highly cost-effective. Thankfully, we have a wealth of
instruments available.

You can find out more about our suite of permeation solutions here!

Let’s shine the light on one of our solutions in particular – the OxySense® 8101e
OxySense® 8101e.
8101e OxySense® Key features

Oxygen Transmission Testing couldn’t be easier

– just load the film and

Rate Analyzer press a button to start!

Brand new design
Simple Windows based
A solution that’s ASTM D3985 compliant, this permeation unit is software control
perfect for use on films AND packages. High sensitivity, wide
range eMetric™
Setting the new benchmark in oxygen transmission rate measurement coulometric sensor
instruments, the new OxySense® instrument incorporates the latest in
coulometric sensor technology with high sensitivity and the widest test
range. The instrument is simple to operate, designed to lower testing
costs, and increase productivity.

The satellites can be configured to meet your precise testing needs,

allowing you to cost effectively add lab capability as needed while
continuing to lower your cost per test!

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Inks and coating

testing
Inks and coatings testing
When it comes to testing inks and coatings to ensure the quality of your
flexible packaging, we understand how important it is to maintain
consistency within the process that you operate. And we also understand
the effect of variables in relation to your coatings.

But with the right surface energy or surface tension analysis TQC Sheen PGX+
instrument, these can be easily identified…
TQC Sheen PGX+ Key features
Enjoy an easy to handle,
Perfect for your surface analysis needs within the world of flexible small sized solution
package, this instrument ensures that your chosen material is Connect the instrument
consistent – allowing you to avoid any performance or supply to PC software to easily
related issues. access results
No sample preparation is
Optimizing process consistency can minimize potential irregularities. needed!
So, if you’re looking to test surface performance variables and minimize You can have full control
the cost of failure, this is the solution for you. The TQC Sheen PGX+ of the test
Pocket Goniometer conforms to all major international standards,
including ASTM D724 and ASTM D5946.

It’s easy to use, offers a range of options, and gives you a great degree of
flexibility.

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Tack and seal testing

Tack and Seal Testing
Ensuring your flexible packaging can be properly sealed is a serious
matter – otherwise you can run into numerous issues surrounding
compliance, shelf life, and food safety. And so measuring seal strength
is of the utmost importance.

Our tack and seal testers can be used in an R&D laboratory

environment as well as on a quality control line – and our combined TMI 75-50 SL-10 Hot Tack Tester
tack and seal tester provides a solution that all film manufacturers and Seal Tester
can effectively utilize.
 Key features:

TMI 75-50 SL-10 Hot Tack Direct touch color screen

Computer controlled

Tester and Seal Tester pressure, temperature,

and dwell time
Independent upper and
Unlike many other test and inspection providers, our solution allows lower sealing
you to perform both hot tack and heat seal strength testing with a temperatures
single piece of equipment. Dual load cells for
consistent sealing surface
Conforming to ASTM F1921, the 75-10 SL-10 is THE most precise and pressure
consistent heat seal tester that a film packaging manufacturer could
hope to find – allowing you to easily seal your products while confirming
the correct seal pressure and temperature.

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Leak testing
Leak Testing
You’ve created a package with a perfectly cured coating, it’s been
effectively sealed, you’ve ensured it can withstand pressure, and
you’re confident it will meet food safety standards. Excellent.

But all that is worthless if you don’t test appropriately for leaks.

Don’t worry though, we have a huge variety of leak testing solutions on

offer. We’d like to tell you about one in particular. A highly effective
solution that was designed specially to test flexible packaging on your BT Integra Pack
quality control line.
 Key features

BT Integra Pack Enjoy easy navigation

with our touchscreen
color display
The TME BT Integra Pack is the ultimate package tester – not only A bench-top high
does it allow you to test for leaks, but you can conduct burst testing, resolution test instrument
creep testing, and creep to failure testing too! Small footprint and user-
friendly ease of operation
The intelligent BT Integra-Pack© will test any package in automatic Automatic and high flow
mode, with no need to input test parameters. However, its output allows testing of
sophisticated nature is combined with a manual mode that lets the large packages!
user input parameters such as ramp rate control and back pressure
drop sensitivity.

This allows testing of special configurations or types of packages or

perform specific research and data-gathering activities.

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About Industrial
Physics
About Industrial Physics
At Industrial Physics, we provide packaging,
product, and material test and inspection
solutions to manufacturers, production
lines, and laboratories across the world. It’s
our purpose to protect the integrity of our
customer’s brands and products.
For us, this is about more than just supplying
you with testing equipment, it’s about being
there for you as a full-solutions partner.
Whatever your needs are, we’ll work with you
to find the right solution for your business.
We have a full team of experts to support you.
And when it comes to quality control and R&D
within flexible packaging, we know our stuff.
It’s our purpose to protect the
integrity of our customer’s brands
and products.
We offer a full suite of solutions to cover an
extensive range of testing requirements for
your requirements.
It's our innate desire to continuously learn,
innovate, and better ourselves that allows us
to provide businesses across a diverse range
of industries with the highest quality of test
and inspection solutions possible.
Our experts are positioned across the world.
And through our collective expertise, we're
able to support the unique needs of our
customers.
Partner with Industrial Physics and protect
your business today.
Get in touch with your local Industrial
Physics representative today and see
how we can help you:
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Our services
At Industrial Physics, we believe that
supplying you with high quality testing
instruments is only part of our job.
We’re committed to offering you a service that
ensures your needs are fully supported
throughout every step of your journey with us
– from purchasing, to installation, and
throughout ongoing maintenance.
We understand that being fast, efficient, and
truly reliable is critical when it comes to
servicing the instruments that keep your
business running. And that’s why we’ve
established a global network of dedicated
service specialists – to ensure you have an
expert ready and waiting at a nearby location
who can offer you support.
Wherever you are in the world, our experts
are on hand to support your needs –
whatever they may be. We know that having
the right people ready to help is critical. It’s
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also offer comprehensive training and
dedicated support so that you can make the
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most of your machines. If you want to find
out more about how we can help you, just get
in touch.
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