MOCON

AMETEK MOCON

AMETEK MOCON provides advanced gas measurement instruments and testing services for packaging, specializing in permeation and transmission rate analysis. They offer solutions for OTR, WVTR, and MAP testing.

AMETEK MOCON is a leading provider of precision gas permeation instruments and package testing services, serving industries for over 55 years. They offer a broad range of solutions, including analyzers for oxygen transmission rate (OTR) and water vapor transmission rate (WVTR) on films and packages, such as the OX-TRAN 2/22 and AQUATRAN 3/34. Their services extend to a world-class permeation laboratory, offering reliable permeation and package testing, including ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited testing for high-barrier samples. AMETEK MOCON also provides comprehensive support through their AMECare Performance Services, ensuring peak performance and minimal downtime for their instruments, which include MOCON, Dansensor, and Baseline product lines. They are committed to delivering accurate and repeatable results to help companies protect and enhance product quality and integrity.

About

**Who they are**
MOCON, an AMETEK company, specializes in advanced gas measurement instruments and testing services for packaging. They focus on permeation and transmission rate analysis.

**Expertise & scope**
* Solutions for Oxygen Transmission Rate (OTR) testing.
* Solutions for Water Vapor Transmission Rate (WVTR) testing.
* Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) testing services.
* Advanced gas measurement instrumentation.

**Reputation / proof points**
* AMETEK MOCON provides solutions for OTR, WVTR, and MAP testing.

Additional information

AMETEK MOCON's expertise in permeation and transmission rate analysis is crucial for ensuring product integrity and shelf-life in various packaging applications. Their services support the evaluation of packaging materials and systems under different environmental conditions. Buyers can expect detailed reports on gas ingress and egress, which are vital for regulatory compliance and product quality assurance. The company's focus on advanced instrumentation ensures precise and reliable data for critical decision-making in packaging development.

Key Highlights

  • Specializes in permeation and transmission rate analysis for packaging. Source
    “AMETEK MOCON provides advanced gas measurement instruments and testing services for packaging, specializing in permeation and transmission rate analysis.”
  • Offers solutions for OTR, WVTR, and MAP testing. Source
    “They offer solutions for OTR, WVTR, and MAP testing.”

Certifications & Trust Signals

  • ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited laboratory. Source
    “We work diligently to maintain our ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation”

Buyer Snapshot

Best for
  • Companies requiring precise OTR and WVTR data for packaging.
  • Manufacturers needing to validate Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) performance.
  • Businesses focused on extending product shelf-life through advanced material testing.
How engagement typically works
  • Project-based testing services.
  • Provision of advanced measurement instrumentation.
Typical deliverables
  • Permeation rate test reports (OTR, WVTR).
  • MAP testing analysis.
  • Instrument calibration and support.
Good to know
  • Best when specific gas transmission data is required for packaging validation.
HQ: USA
Languages: English
Claim status: Listed

Services & Capabilities

Packaging + Shelf-life + Distribution Testing

Countries: United States, Germany, China, Japan
Industries: Medical Devices
Pricing model: Custom pricing
Packaging Tests Offered: Package integrity
Shelf Life Methods Offered: Accelerated aging
Standards Supported: Other
Is Accredited: Yes
Accreditation Body: ISO
Has Climate Chambers: Yes
Has Distribution Simulation: Yes
Rush Available: No
Nda Support: No
Lead Time Band: Start in 4-8 weeks
Distribution Tests Offered: Vibration, Drop, Climate, Other

Additional packaging_shelf_life_testing Details

Packaging Tests Offered
Permeation rate analysis, OTR, WVTR, MAP testing
Standards Supported
ASTM D3985
Shelf Life Methods Offered
Real-time aging, Accelerated aging
Distribution Tests Offered
Insufficient detail to determine
Lead Time Band
Start in 4-8 weeks
Quote SLA
Insufficient detail to determine
Sample Return Policy
Insufficient detail to determine
Minimum Project Size
Insufficient detail to determine
Pricing Model
Per project, Fixed package, Tiered, Custom
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