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Vacuum in food industry
18.09.14
Helium leak testing of composite cans in the food industry
The durability and integrity of food primarily depends on its packaging. Thanks to their manufacturing technology and their basic raw material, composite cans provide the best conditions for proper and sustainable storage.
The most important quality aspect is the tightness of the cans: If oxygen diffuses into the package, the food spoils quickly. Therefore, the manufacturer performs leakage tests to examine the composite cans for leakage.
The complete application report can be read here.
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