Page 6 - Sterafill brochure - Overview

DRAWBACKS,
CONCERNS & CHALLENGES
OF PACKAGING PROCESSES
Chemical sterilisers or electron beam systems are used to sterilise both the packaging and the packaging equipment in that area.
Traditionally-used chemicals need to be stored, handled and disposed of properly.
Large areas for sterility to be maintained after the packaging material has passed through the sterilising medium.
Ineffective use of space and needless expense.
Expensive. Given soaring costs of fuel, that is not going to change any time soon.
The heat involved in the process can be energy intensive.
It is necessary to store, handle and dispose of toxic chemicals off site.
Expensive.
Capital costs of heat treatment and sterilisation are high. The equipment is large and independent of the packaging equipment.
Expensive.