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Modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) refers to packaging solutions in which the natural atmosphere is modified to protect products that are sensitive to oxidation. The modified atmosphere consists generally of nitrogen, which significantly reduces the residual oxygen content in the package.

• Protection of medical products that are sensitive to oxidation
• Setting a defined residual oxygen content
• In-line modified atmosphere
• Possible with all MULTIVAC packaging technologies

When vacuum packs are created, the natural atmosphere is evacuated from the pack. The packaging then contracts together, settles on the product and fixes it in place. 

• Protection of the product against slipping
• Protection for the functionality of the product
• Reduction of the residual oxygen quantity
• Space optimization for transport and storage
• Possible with all MULTIVAC packaging technologies

When skin packages are produced under vacuum, the special skin film wraps over the product like a "second skin," fixing the film firmly to the underside of the pack. The carrier of the product is a rigid lower web or a pre-made tray.  
 

• Protection of the product against slipping
• Protection for the functionality of the product
• Reduction of the residual oxygen quantity
• Uniform pack dimensions (width and length) for different product types and sizes

MULTIVAC labeling systems enable labels to be applied to primary, secondary, and diverse end-of-line packs in various positions. MULTIVAC offers both inline systems that are directly integrated into the packaging line, and offline systems, which label the packs after they have left the packaging system.

Inline labeling systems on the packaging machine are used primarily for product identification. If required, the labeling systems can be equipped with printing and inspection capabilities.

The benefit of this version is the reduction in product and packaging waste, since the packs, together with the faulty labels, would have to be ejected and disposed of. 

High-quality consumable materials such as labels and printing materials, which are ideally suited to the solution, are also offered by MULTIVAC.

MULTIVAC offers a comprehensive portfolio of inspection technologies to ensure the quality of packaging and products. The solutions include:

Checkweighers
Visual inspection systems for label, print, and product inspection. Inspection options range from simple luminescence sensors (for label presence detection) to color sensors and advanced line/area cameras, code readers, and camera systems positioned at the inlet or outlet of the packaging line.

The systems can either be:

• Fully integrated into the packaging machine and controlled via a unified HMI, or
• Operated as standalone units with independent conveyors.

Label inspection features include:

• OCR (text recognition)
• Logo/pictogram recognition (pattern recognition)
• Barcode and 2D code verification (content + readability)
• Color inspection of printed information

Product inspection features include:

• Presence and completeness
• Position and orientation
• Color inspection of components

Package inspection features include:

• Seal flange contamination check for specific applications

For complete end-to-end packaging line solutions, MULTIVAC leverages a network of established technology partners to deliver optimized, fully integrated systems, utilizing best-in-class equipment at every stage of the process.

The modular architecture enables straightforward integration between MULTIVAC systems and third-party equipment, ensuring full compliance and process robustness:

Packaging line architecture overview

Primary container infeed & preparation

• Automated feeding and orientation of products: vials, syringes, ampoules, injector pens, etc.
• Integrated labeling systems with print & check functionality
• If required, assembly modules (e.g., piston rod insertion, backstop mounting, autoinjector completion)

Product packaging & inspection

• High-output thermoforming or tray-sealing systems from MULTIVAC
• Integrated product vision inspection

Cartoning

• High-speed top-load or side-load cartoners with format flexibility
• Integration with leaflet inserters, tamper-evident labeling, and barcode printing

Carton printing & serialization

• Serialization-ready printers and vision systems for compliance with global track & trace requirements (e.g., EU FMD, US DSCSA)
• Tamper-evident sealing and data matrix coding

Case packing & aggregation

• Case erectors, loaders, and closers with vision-based aggregation
• Print & apply systems with real-time code verification and database integration

Palletizing

• Robotic palletizers, configurable for various stacking patterns
• Optional, label application, and final aggregation

System integration and control

MULTIVAC acts as the leading integration provider, ensuring:

• End-to-end integration and communication between machines
• Harmonized safety architecture
• Qualification and validation support (FAT, SAT, IQ/OQ)