Bath packaging is one of the most popular forms of packaging in the pharmaceutical, nutritional, and consumer industries. From the protection of life-saving medicines to the display of hardware products, such as product visibility and protection, there are undeniable benefits.
However, as a manufacturer or brand owner, you know that no packaging is perfect. If you are considering investing in explosive packaging machines, it is critical to understand the potential drawbacks.
In this guide, we will explore the common disadvantages of blister packaging and, most importantly, provide professional solutions. By choosing the right equipment and materials, you can turn these challenges into competitive advantages.
At present, the most serious problem with blister packaging is environmental impact. Traditional blister packaging is generally made of composite PVC and aluminum foil materials.
Because these materials are bonded together, they are difficult to separate and recycle, resulting in plastic waste. These are issues of concern to environmentally conscious consumers and regulatory agencies.
As a supplier of blister packaging machines, we recommend two methods
For small businesses or companies with a wide range of products, start-up costs can be a significant barrier to growth
Every time you change the size or shape of your product, from small round tablets to large oval capsules, you need a new mold. Customization of forming and heat sealing dies requires expensive cost and production time
Modular design of the machine: Find a blister packaging machine that can change the mold quickly. Our machine can change the mold without tools within 30 minutes, and reduce downtime
Universal charging system: Customizing a universal feeder to handle different tablet shapes eliminates the need to change the feeding system for each new product
Standardization: Try to make the plate size of your different products uniform, so that you don’t have to change the punching die
Although blister packaging can be tracked in a single dose, it is a nightmare for certain people
Elderly patients or people with arthritis have difficulty pushing the drug out of the hard aluminum base, and there is no way to tear off the child protective layer. This condition is known as packing rage
1. Indentation and peeling push design: Use your bubble machine to make the peel push type bubble cap, which features that one corner needs to be peeled off before the pill is pushed out, which is easy for the elderly to use, and maintains the child protection function
2. Optimize aluminum foil thickness: Use the optimum aluminum foil thickness for your machine, which is strong enough to protect the product and easy to break under controlled pressure.
3. Groove design: The bubble should be designed with enough space for the user to grasp firmly
Factors that pose a risk to certain product-specific heating processes (thermoforming of plastics)
However, if you are packaging heat-sensitive drugs or probiotics, the blister packaging machine may reduce the effectiveness of the product during the heating process of softening the plastic film
The space available for brand identification and instructions for use is very limited compared to the blister plate in a large bottle or box
Manufacturers often encounter the difficulty of printing a clear dose description, expiration date, and brand name on the blister plate. If the print is too small, there is no way to read it clearly
In terms of shelf life, not all blister packs have the same effect
The standard PVC is a breathable plastic, and over time, moisture and oxygen can penetrate, causing the tablets to discolor, break, or lose efficacy, especially in humid climates
The downside of most blister packs is the challenges of the machine and materials. If you use outdated or low-quality machines, you will face high waste, frequent shutdowns, and low-quality seals.
As a professional manufacturer of blister packaging machines in China, we are focused on solving these problems for our customers all over the world. Our equipment has the following design points:
Versatility: able to handle PVC/aluminum, aluminum/aluminum, paper, and other materials.
Efficiency: High production speed, minimum waste
Compliance: Full GMP and CE compliance
Despite some drawbacks, blister packaging remains the preferred solution for ensuring safety and consumer trust. The key is to mitigate these adverse effects with smart design and advanced equipment.
By purchasing a high-quality blister packaging machine, you can not only reduce the impact on the environment, but also reduce long-term costs and ensure that your products reach consumers in the best condition
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