Microwave Packaging

PTIS has developed a specific set of resources and qualifications to meet the unique needs and requirements for Microwave Packaging Development as part of our Virtual Packaging Department™ (VPD).

With the new push on convenience and time savings, the importance of microwave packaging and technology services is more critical than ever before. We are seeing continued growth and new developments in this important consumer need. Microwave packaging knowledge and expertise is needed across the value chain and PTIS is here to help.

Microwave Packaging Development Services

• Shelf Life and Accelerated Aging
• Product and Package Interaction
• Benchmarking & Best Practices
• Consumer interaction testing
• Component and System Designs
• Contract Packaging Support
• Cost Reduction & Productivity Strategies
• Development of Specifications
• Domestic and International Regulatory Guidance
• Education and Training for Packaging and Product Principles
• Equipment Requirements Definition/Specification/Procurement/Acceptance
• Materials Science Expertise e.g. latex sensitivity, sterilization, extractables
• Microwave Oven Design Variability Knowledge and Capability
• Package and Product Development Lab Needs
• Establishment of Heating/Cooking Instructions
• Microwave packaging material expertise [Trays, Lidding, Cartons, Flexible Films]
• Passive and Active Microwave Package/Product Design and Development [Susceptors, shielding, field modifiers]
• Dielectric Measurements
• Microwave Field Modeling
• Patent and Intellectual property protection
• Package and Product Rapid Prototyping
• Problem Solving/Fire-Fighting
• Process Optimizations � Six Sigma
• Project and Program Management
• Quality Systems
• Simulated Distribution Testing (ASTM, ISTA)
• Six Sigma Tools
• Strategic Planning
• Strength and Integrity Testing
• Study Design/Execution/Analysis
• Supplier Audits, Selection and Qualification