Induction sealing can be used in a wide variety of industries, including pharmaceuticals, chemicals, cosmetics, health and beauty, automotive, and many more. However, one of the most common industries using induction sealing is the food and beverage industry. The food and beverage industry uses induction sealing for products such as syrups, spices and seasonings, grated cheeses, condiments and sauces, nut butters, juices, and so much more. Induction sealing helps to tackle and resolve some of the most common frustrations experienced by food and beverage manufacturers.
Freshness (Extended Shelf-Life)
Food and beverage containers that have been induction sealed prevent the intrusion of moisture, air, and other contaminants that can reduce shelf life. Intrusion of mold and other potentially toxic substances can threaten the health of customers, negatively impact your brand's image, and even lead to costly product recalls due to poor product quality. But with induction sealing, the inner seal acts as a barrier that keeps out damaging humidity and pollutants that can create foul odors or unpleasant tastes, and locks in freshness to preserve aroma and flavor - helping to keep your products as fresh as the day you sealed them.
Pilferage Protection
Food and beverage manufacturers trust induction sealing to defend against pilferage. Containers that have been induction sealed protect against people trying to break into and tamper with products. An induction seal cannot be opened without destroying it or removing it, and cannot be replaced without specialized equipment. In addition to this, induction sealed containers also prevent customers from sampling products without purchasing - saving you time and money from product losses and reduced product quality.
Tamper Evidence
Induction sealing is also relied upon to provide tamper evidence to customers. Tamper evidence is a way to make unauthorized access to a product or container easily detectable. For example, pharmaceutical companies use foil liners that will purposefully leave noticeable liner residue on bottles to signal to customers that the product has been opened and/or tampered with. For food and beverage manufacturers, they do not want the liner residue as it can potentially interfere with the product itself upon dispensing. They, in turn, put a notice on the product that it has been induction sealed for their protection to let the customer know that there was a liner on the container prior to purchase. An intact induction seal indicates to your customers that they have a genuine product that has not been tampered with - ultimately building trust and reliability with your customers.
Leak Prevention
Lastly, induction sealing helps food and beverage manufacturers to prevent leaks. Induction sealing creates and airtight seal designed to keep food and beverages secure in their containers, while keeping everything else out. The only way for a leak to occur with an induction sealed container is if the product wasn't sealed at the correct output setting, or if the seal was placed incorrectly inside of the cap - both causing an improper weld that could lead to an increase in leaks. If leaks occur, food and beverage companies can see issues with secondary packaging, shipping, and product quality, and can also lead to dissatisfied customers and product losses.
To learn more about how Pillar Technologies' Induction Sealers can help improve your company's food and beverage operations, email us at sealers@pillartech.com or contact us today.