Impulse Heat Sealing for the Healthcare and Life Sciences Market
TOSS PIREG® validatable heat seal controls meet and exceed the high quality standards of the medical industry and establish a secure and hermetic seal every time! TOSS Technology is frequently used in the following applications:
- Vacuum/Purging
- Single use bio-reactor bags
- Custom port sealing
- Sealing pleated filter packs
- Many more...
Understanding Impulse Heat Sealing
Impulse heat sealing is a widely utilized method for creating hermetic seals in a variety of applications, ranging from food packaging to medical devices.
Unlike traditional continuous heat-sealing methods, only TOSS uses Variable Resistance Controlled (VRC) heat sealing technology to monitor and adjust temperature precisely over the full length and width of the heat sealing element.
In the context of medical devices and medical packaging, many manufacturers utilize the TOSS Technology System, capable of bringing the heat seal band from ambient temperature to sealing temperature in less than .5 seconds.
Advantages of Impulse Heat Sealing for Medical and Life Science Applications
Seal Integrity: Impulse heat sealing ensures a consistent and hermatic seal, a requirement for sterile sealing.
Customization: The parameters of impulse heat sealing, including temperature, pressure, and sealing time, can be precisely controlled to accommodate various designs and sealing materials, providing flexibility and adaptability in manufacturing.
Efficiency: Impulse heat sealing offers fast cycle times and high throughput, allowing for efficient production without compromising on seal quality or reliability.
Cost-Effectiveness: Compared to alternative sealing methods such as ultrasonic welding or adhesive bonding, impulse heat sealing often requires less equipment and consumables, resulting in lower overall manufacturing costs.
Environmental Considerations: Impulse heat sealing typically generates minimal waste and consumes less energy compared to traditional sealing methods, helping manufacturers to meet their sustainability goals.