PTI Inspection Systems will showcase the new VeriPac 455 Micro Leak Tester at the Interphex Show, April 20-22, 2010 at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York, NY in Booth 236.

"The VeriPac Model 455 demonstrates the latest evolution in VeriPac technology," stated Heinz Wolf, general manager. "New features incorporate significant advances in internet connectivity and networking capabilities which enable remote operation, system monitoring and troubleshooting. Setup and operation have never been easier. We have also built in various levels of security and accessibility for operators, supervisors and technical personnel, all of which can be customized according to each company's preference and needs."

VeriPac 455 technology is based on the ASTM vacuum decay leak test method F2338-09 which was developed using VeriPac instruments. Case studies in the field of container closure integrity using VeriPac vacuum decay technology have proven it is an effective, beneficial non-destructive leak test method to inspect pharmaceutical packaging. This technology has been widely recognized in published literature by the PDA, ASTM as well as the U.S. FDA regulatory guidance and consensus standards.

Wolf adds, "Destructive test methods without a data stream are being replaced more and more by systems that conform to a uniform standard, such as ASTM. The focus and goal of PTI's inspection technologies is to exclude subjectivity from package testing, as well as maintain the integrity of the package so it can enter the market or be used for further testing. Case studies have proven that vacuum decay technology is superior and more reliable than dye ingress tests for example. Subjective testing using destructive test methods can be costly by providing misleading results and results that vary from operator to operator, which further complicates the inspection and validation processes. The pharmaceutical industry as a whole has recognized the demand for better, faster inspection methods that over time cost less because less waste is produced."

The VeriPac 455 is capable of detecting leak size down to 0.005 cc/min. and can be incorporated into protocols at any point in the handling process since it is non-destructive, non-invasive and requires no sample preparation. Applications for this technology include stability studies, clinical studies, quality assurance testing and production statistical process control (SPC).

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About PTI Inspection Systems
PTI Inspection Systems is the leading manufacturer of non-destructive package inspection technologies for the pharmaceutical, medical device, food and container industries. We offer inspection systems for package integrity testing, seal integrity and leak testing. Our technologies exclude subjectivity from package testing, and use test methods that conform to ASTM standards. PTI Inspection systems provide repeatable, reliable results and can be incorporated into protocols at any point in the manufacturing process as they are non-destructive, non-invasive and require no sample preparation.