MOCON

AMETEK MOCON

Last updated: February 4, 2026

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, part of 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.

**Expertise & scope**
* Operates the world’s largest permeation laboratory.
* Offers reliable permeation and package testing services.
* Expertise in understanding permeation, package integrity, and modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) challenges.
* Provides solutions for OTR (Oxygen Transmission Rate) and WVTR (Water Vapor Transmission Rate) analysis.
* Supports testing of high-barrier samples that require extended equilibrium times.
* Maintains ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation.
* Conducts transmission rate testing according to ASTM D3985 for dry film and sheeting using a coulometric detector.
* Tests materials for food, pharmaceutical, medical device, and electronics packaging.
* Researches materials including compostable & recyclable blends and new biomedical materials.

**Reputation / proof points**
* Operates the world’s largest permeation laboratory.
* Maintains ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation.

Additional information

AMETEK MOCON's AMECare Performance Services are designed to ensure peak performance, value, and minimal downtime for your equipment throughout its lifecycle. They stock and deliver spare parts for MOCON, Dansensor, and Baseline products, facilitating replacement, repair, system maintenance, and upgrades. Their global service network provides comprehensive after-sales support to maximize the performance and value derived from their products. For Dansensor products, AMECare offers various service solutions tailored to maintain equipment and ensure performance. This includes specialized support for package testing products in the U.S. and Europe, emphasizing the importance of regular servicing and calibration by trained technicians for credible results.

Key Highlights

Operates the world's largest permeation laboratory. Source
“We provide reliable permeation and package testing services through the world’s largest permeation laboratory.”
Maintains ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation for laboratory services. Source
“We work diligently to maintain our ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation”
Specializes in OTR and WVTR testing, including ASTM D3985. Source
“Transmission Rate Testing Overview ASTM D3985 - OTR of dry film and sheeting using a coulometric detector”
Provides AMECare Performance Services for instrument upkeep. Source
“AMETEK MOCON’s AMECare Performance Services ensure peak performance, value, and minimal downtime over the life of your equipment.”

Certifications & Trust Signals

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

Buyer Snapshot

Best for

Companies requiring specialized packaging permeation and transmission rate testing.
Organizations needing support for Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) solutions.
Clients seeking accredited laboratory services for material and package integrity.

How engagement typically works

Direct service engagement for laboratory testing.
After-sales support and maintenance services for instruments.
Provision of spare parts for equipment upkeep.

Typical deliverables

Permeation rate testing reports (OTR, WVTR).
Package integrity testing data.
Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) analysis.
Instrument maintenance and repair services.

Good to know

Best when requiring accredited testing services (ISO/IEC 17025:2017).
Suitable for projects needing high-volume testing capacity.
AMECare services for Dansensor Package Test are U.S. Only.

Pricing

Model: Custom pricing

Public range: Publicly listed: $30 (Note: This appears to be a placeholder or a very specific, limited service fee, not indicative of full project costs)

Notes: The publicly listed price of $30 is likely for a specific, minor service or as a placeholder. Actual project pricing will vary significantly based on scope and complexity.

Source

“SERVICES Pricing: $30”

HQ: USA

Languages: English

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: No

Rush Available: No

Nda Support: No

Additional packaging_shelf_life_testing Details

Packaging Tests Offered

Permeation testing, Transmission rate testing (OTR, WVTR), Package integrity testing, Modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) testing

Standards Supported

ASTM D3985

Shelf Life Methods Offered