TekniPlex features high-performance flexible structures for medical applications at MD&M West
January 22, 2020
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January 22, 2020
Wayne, Pa. (January 22, 2020) —TekniPlex will be showing its line of high-performance coated Tyvek® and coated paper rollstock and lidding material, as well as adhesive and extrusion laminations at MD&M West, February 11-13, Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, California, Booth 3019.
“With more stringent packaging regulations impacting performance being enacted globally, selecting the right material has become even more critical. To address those requirements, we offer a wide variety of structures that can handle the rigors of sterilization and distribution, as well as provide a wide operating window to ensure sealability and clean peels for demanding applications,” explains Jennifer Eiker, product manager, TekniPlex Flexibles.
TekniPlex’s coating expertise delivers materials with optimal breathability for fast EtO sterilization cycles, versatility (seals to a wide variety of flexible and rigid films), clean peel and robust barrier.
Additionally, coated Tyvek® options offer exceptional tear strength and puncture resistance. Up to eight times stronger than medical-grade papers, the material is ideal for demanding Class II and Class III medical device applications.
High-performance coated paper structures offer a cost-effective option, making them ideal for high-volume applications.
The company also manufactures custom extrusion or adhesive laminations to suit a specific packaging application. Material options include PET, nylon, paper, foil, PE and ionomer. Sealing options include (high, low, weld-seal, etc.). Tekni-Plex also manufactures a wide variety of pouch stock laminations, that can be converted. Materials can seal to paper, Tyvek® or to another laminate structure, depending on the application’s requirements.
About the TekniPlex healthcare packaging businesses
The TekniPlex healthcare packaging businesses (TekniPlex Flexibles, Tekni-Films, Lameplast, LF of America and Beyers Plastics) produce flexible packaging for the medical device and pharmaceutical markets via nine manufacturing plants in North America and Europe. For medical devices, TekniPlex offers a broad portfolio of sterilizable packaging substrates including thermoformable medical tray films, coated and uncoated Tyvek®, heat- and cold-seal coated paper and films, medical grade laminates, die-cut lids, labels and cleanroom bags. For pharmaceutical applications, TekniPlex offers blister films and foil, film and paper laminates, unit- and multi-dose containers.
About TekniPlex, Inc.
TekniPlex is a globally-integrated company focused on developing and manufacturing products for a wide variety of end markets, including medical, pharmaceutical, food, beverage, personal care, household and industrial. TekniPlex is headquartered in Wayne, PA, and operates manufacturing sites across ten countries worldwide to meet the needs of its global customers. For more information visit www.tekni-plex.com.