Food industry

Food industry

Leak testing systems

When products are sealed with inert gas, it can happen that individual packages are not completely airtight, this can be easily, quickly and reliably avoided before they reach the customer. These leaks are usually in the micro range and cannot always be detected with conventional testing methods such as the water bath. With our leak testers, it is possible a non-destructively check of the package tightness immediately after sealing.
 
 

Leak testing systems

When products are sealed with inert gas, it can happen that individual packages are not completely airtight, this can be easily, quickly and reliably avoided before they reach the customer. These leaks are usually in the micro range and cannot always be detected with conventional testing methods such as the water bath. With our leak testers, it is possible a non-destructively check of the package tightness immediately after sealing.
 
 

Leak Tester IS5
V. 550

Leak Tester IS5
V. 652 Barrierefrei

Leak Tester Low Cost
V. 431 

Leak Tester IS5
V. 550

Leak Tester IS5
V. 652 Barrierefrei

Leak Tester Low Cost
V. 431 

How it works

The package is tested by simply placing it in the vacuum chamber. The automatic test cycle starts when the lid is closed. The unit generates a user-defined vacuum during this process. After the vacuum is reached, the sensor is set to the “virtual” zero point. If the CO2 concentration rises during the measuring time that now begins and was previously selected by the user, this indicates that the packaging is leaking. The measured increase of the CO2 content in ppm gives information about the size of the not tightly sealed area.
The sensor demonstrably detects even the smallest leaks up to approx. 10 µm. (µm is a micrometre and corresponds to 0.001 millimetres)
As our sensor is installed directly in the chamber, the accuracy and response time are unquestionable fast. A detected leak is immediately visually displayed to the user on the easy-to-read touch screen and stored in the database. (Data evaluation OPC, CSV)
A CO2 content of approx. 20% in the packaging is sufficient to obtain reliable results.
Depending on the size of the packaging and the test chamber size, several packaging units up to the size of an E2 box (60 x 40 x 20 cm) or larger can be tested for leakage. The methodology and the design of the vacuum chamber make it possible to test both flexible and rigid packaging.
In the case of small leaks, multiple testing is possible, which makes sorting out the leaking packages from large containers such as the contents of an E2 box or the final packaging (cardboard boxes) an uncomplicated check that can be carried out at any time.
Even tests with products after several days are possible if the gas added to the product has not yet escaped from the package. Due to the controlled vacuum created, freshly glued outer packaging such as cartons are not damaged during the test.
For example, foodstuffs such as spreads, cheese or sausage packed in inert gas can be tested in the same way, but also cans or cartons with products such as powdered milk.
Tests in a production environment with an increased O2 concentration of more than 5000 ppm are also possible with a modification directly on the packaging machine.

Advantages

  • Visual detection LED light OK/Leak
  • Fast response time
  • Calibration-free
  • Avoidance of customer returns
  • High-quality Busch vacuum pump
  • NDIR CO2 Sensor Technology
  • 10.1″ touch screen with software and industrial control
  • Measurement data logging with user ID, person number, batch, line,…
  • Unlimited product settings, with barcode, batch, line,…
  • Big Leak Detection
  • User data, time, date, product settings (name, no., batch no., line, barcode, testing time, leak level, vacuum, as well as the result.
  • OK/Leak/Leak-B/Cancel measurement
  • Durable system with spare parts that can also be easily changed by your technicians at the unit

Leak Tester IS5 Data sheet

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A distinction is made between table version and stand alone (barrier-free). (WxDxH)
Leak-Tester 312 Table version 305 mm x 340 mm x 110 mm
Leak-Tester 322 Table version 355 mm x 300 mm x 125 mm
Leak-Tester 332 Table version 355 mm x 300 mm x 140 mm
Leak-Tester 431 Table version 405 mm x 360 mm x 140 mm
Leak-Tester 432 Table version 410 mm x 420 mm x 210 mm
Leak-Tester 550 Table version 470 mm x 470 mm x 140 mm
Leak-Tester 551 Stand alone 470 mm x 470 mm x 140 mm
Leak-Tester 552 Stand alone 470 mm x 470 mm x 250 mm
Leak-Tester 651 Stand alone 605 mm x 540 mm x 250 mm
Leak-Tester 652 Stand alone 605 mm x 540 mm x 290 mm
Leak-Tester 852 Stand alone 805 mm x 540 mm x 250 mm
Leak-Tester 853 Stand alone 805 mm x 540 mm x 340 mm
Other chamber sizes and shapes are also possible on request.
All-in-one device with all technical features realised so far.
Functionality identical.
Features of the unit limited.
Evaluation, interfaces and display in simpler version.
Availability currently very limited.
Function Leak Tester In-Line IS 5
The Leak Tester In-Line has the same features as the Leak Tester.
The measuring procedure for detecting a leak is the same.
The difference is that the packages are automatically moved into the test chamber and this automatically carries out the test procedure.
Furthermore, the product is automatically guided out of the chamber onto an associated belt.
If there is no leakage, this is also indicated by a green signal lamp (on the SS housing of the panel PC).
If there is a leak, this is indicated by a red signal lamp.
The product is then tipped off the conveyor belt.
The leak tester has a touch screen for easy operation. The special programme ensures an automatic individually pre-programmed test sequence.
The cycles per minute are due to the process validation, eight measurements are realistic for the smallest packages.
Faster cycles are possible but lead to measurement errors. To reduce its failure rate to a minimum, time is simply needed for testing.
The system stores all results in a format that can be edited, saved and printed with common spreadsheet programs.
Industrial control with OPC UA server for data communication
Test results or product settings can only be made, deleted or changed by previously defined administrators.
The printed results can be attached to the packaging as batch documentation and serve as proof in accordance with ISO 9000.
Advantages for maintenance / service
All our leak testers are completely calibration-free due to the test procedure.
All pending maintenance, service or repair work can be carried out by our own technicans at any time, making it unnecessary to send the equipment out for servicing.
Long downtimes, high costs and long transport routes are completely avoided.
Low to no storage costs for spare parts, as replacement/defective parts for all chamber sizes are always in stock at Ridzewski GmbH and can be delivered on request on the same or next day by courier or express delivery.
Data sheet only on request
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