Adhesive Application for Mattress Manufacturing

This is why the EU directives 2011/62/EU and EN 16679 also known as the “Falsified Medicines Directive” ask for security features for certain medicines to verify "authenticity and identification of individual packaging", and "a device allowing verification of whether the outer packaging has been tampered with". This means by February 2019 each packaging needs individual serialized codes, so partners of the supply chain can verify the packaging and ensure that any illicit opening is immediately apparent.

Different code reading solutions are offered by W. H. Leary to make sure no mixed products leave the production e.g. color pharmacode, 1D and 2D code reading. With the pharma code the carton gets a unique color code while producing and printing the package. The code is scanned to assure the right package is on the production line exactly meant for the content to be filled. If the code does not match package and content a message appears on the display and measures can be taken immediately.

In addition, a unique inkjet number code is printed on every packaging. This code is linked to a certificate of analyses to identify and track each product individually with the iQ Serialization. This data can be sent in real-time from the production floor to a browser or a smart device. Further, partners of the supply chain can verify the packaging based on the code (1D or 2D) on the outside, which is linked to the database entry as well.

Tamper evidence solutions ensure that any illicit opening is immediately apparent. Different methods have become established in field use for reliably indicating the initial opening of folding boxes. Gluing the flaps of the box using glue dots is the most economical solution. Depending on your requirements and standards cold glue or a combination of cold glue and hot melt is recommended.
The flaps are sealed by applying glue dots, to gain access to the product and to exchange the contents, the flaps must be cut or torn. This visibly damages the packaging when it is opened for the first time.

Robatech offers adhesive application systems and sensors for hot melt and cold glue with highest safety and quality standards. The jetting heads ensure a consistent and precise adhesive application with a clean cut-off behavior even at high speeds. The hot melt application heads are insulated to protect operators and products against heat. The adhesive application equipment is easy to maintain, reduces operational costs and maximizes uptime.

Sensors detect the exact position and presence of the glue to guarantee every single packaging is securely sealed. The sensors for cold glue even monitor the quantity of glue, which is unique in the market.

Modular and flexible solutions to meet your requirements of today and tomorrow

Comply with the EU directives 2011/62/EU and EN 16679

No mixed products and full control through track & trace solution

Improves process efficiency and ensures maximum uptime

Guaranteed highest quality standards and energy efficiency for a sustainable production

Increased safety for your operators and consumers

iQ Smart Service & Serialization

Quality Assurance Solutions

DT 10 pressure tank for cold glue

AS 50 pattern control

Sempre 15 & 30 – cold glue application head

iTac sensor for cold glue detection

Concept Stream adhesive melter

SpeedStar Compact – hot melt application head

SX Diamond – hot melt application head

Process	Characteristics
Cold glue	Irreversible bonding once set Long setting time means extra press sections in the production line.
Hot melt adhesive	Immediate bonding Not temperature resistant. Adhesive softens when heated and hardens again by reducing the temperature. An illicit opening could occur.
Combi gluing (cold & hot)	Immediate sealing by hot melt and irreversible bonding by cold glue

TAMPER EVIDENCE FOR PHARMA INDUSTRY - MODULAR AND FLEXIBLE SOLUTION TO PROTECT YOUR PRODUCTS AGAINST MANIPULATION

Cost pressure demands for flexible and efficient solutions

Being prepared for the new EU directive

Serialization codes for track & trace preventing mixed products

Quality assurance guaranteed by automatic fail-safe solution for faultless products

Gluing packaging flaps for tamper evidence and protection

Gluing methods in comparison

Adhesive application systems for reduced operational costs and maximum uptime

Benefits at a glance

Where is this tamper evidence solution used?

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Components of the tamper evidence solution