Package leak detection

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1992-03-20

1993-07-13

Williams, Hezron E.

Measuring and testing

With fluid pressure

Leakage

73 492, G01M 302

Patent

active

052263169

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and a method are provided for detecting leaks in sealed packages. The apparatus and method are particularly well-suited for an on-line system wherein each package filled and sealed on a commercial packaging line is inspected for possible leaks or seal defects. A force transducer arrangement is used, and the package is maintained at substantially constant volume while positive wall pressure over time is monitored. Diagnostic properties can be included whereby it is possible to precisely detect exactly which compartment of a multiple-compartment package and exactly which package station, has an excessive incidence of defects.

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