The corona pandemic has shown us how important medical supplies are all over the world. But not only that, the logistics behind it are also crucial to ensure that sensitive medical equipment can be shipped safely worldwide. A special concept is required here to find a well-considered solution for the right packaging. In this blog post, we would like to explain the essential aspects of packaging for medical devices and show why NOVAPOR is the ideal partner for your packaging solutions. At NOVAPOR, we develop customised packaging to ensure the integrity and functionality of sensitive medical equipment. We understand the specific requirements and challenges that need to be considered when designing packaging for medical devices.
Protection and safety
Medical devices must be protected from physical damage, contamination and moisture during transport and storage. It is essential that the medical device arrives safely at its destination in order to ensure stable medical care. Damage during transport can therefore, in the worst case, endanger human lives. Suitable packaging developed by NOVAPOR offers this protection and ensures that the devices reach the users in perfect condition. At NOVAPOR, we use high-quality and sustainable materials and the latest technologies to ensure that our packaging for medical devices meets the highest safety standards. If you are interested in more information about NOVAPOR export packaging, click here.
Transport packaging, returnable packaging or sales packaging
The requirements for packaging are as varied as the products themselves. At NOVAPOR, we offer solutions for all types of packaging where medical products or devices need to be transported - be it transport packaging, shuttle packaging or sales packaging. Transport packaging is designed to get products safely from one place to another and offers protection against physical damage, moisture and temperature fluctuations. Returnable packaging, which is specifically designed for repeated use between suppliers and customers, must be particularly robust and durable to withstand repeated stress and provide a cost-effective solution.
Retail packaging, on the other hand, must not only provide protection, but also be attractive and informative to attract customers' attention while providing all relevant product information. At NOVAPOR, we use our extensive expertise and modern manufacturing techniques to develop the optimal solution for each of these types of packaging that meets the individual requirements and expectations of our customers.
Which material for which product?
We develop packaging for everything from small handheld devices, where corrugated cardboard packaging is the right choice, to large wooden export packaging. The appropriate interior is selected according to the sensitivity of the device or product. For shock-sensitive devices, our recycled foam is often the best solution. This offers excellent shock absorption properties and effectively protects the devices from damage during transport. Our packaging experts analyze the specific requirements of each product to find the ideal combination of outer packaging and inner padding that ensures maximum protection and efficiency. Our passion is packaging development, so our goal is to develop the perfect medical device packaging for every product.
Customized solutions
Medical devices come in a variety of shapes and sizes, which requires customised packaging solutions. At NOVAPOR, there is no standardised packaging into which your product is put; instead, we develop from the inside out. This is not only often a price advantage, but above all an advantage in terms of packaging safety. At NOVAPOR, our principle is: less is sometimes more, only as much as necessary. At NOVAPOR, we offer customised packaging that is precisely designed to meet the specific needs and requirements of your medical devices. Our experienced engineers and designers work closely with you to develop packaging for medical devices that offers optimum protection and functionality.
Sustainability and environmental friendliness
In the current times, sustainability is becoming increasingly important in all industries, including the medical sector. At NOVAPOR, we use environmentally friendly materials and production processes to ensure that our packaging solutions are not only effective, but also sustainable. Our medical device packaging is recyclable and we are continuously working to minimise our carbon footprint. When selecting materials, we focus on ensuring that they are recyclable but also contain a high proportion of recycled material. For example, our most popular recycled foams contain up to 80% recyclate while maintaining the same high performance. If you are interested in our recycled foams click here.
Standards and certifications
Packaging for medical devices must fulfil strict legal and normative requirements. At NOVAPOR, we are very familiar with the relevant standards and certifications and ensure that our packaging fulfils all the necessary requirements. However, testing the packaging is also important. For example, we offer transport simulation according to ISTA, where the packaging is thoroughly tested and certified for the subsequent transport route. This not only gives you a positive assessment, but also written proof that your packaging is safe. This information is very useful for customers, transport service providers and insurance companies. You can find out more about transport simulation here.
Transport and storage conditions
Medical devices are often transported over long distances and stored under various storage conditions. Our packaging solutions are designed to meet the challenges of transport and storage. They offer protection against temperature fluctuations, moisture and mechanical stress so that your devices arrive at their destination safely and undamaged. It can be helpful not only to have the right wooden box with foam inlays, but also the right bag and the right desiccant. NOVAPOR offers various solutions depending on the application.
CASE STUDY
More efficiency and lower costs with NOVAPOR packaging for medical devices
A long-term customer from the medical industry wanted to optimise transport packaging of 5 different displays, which were dispatched in a total quantity of 5000 units per year, from the supplier to their own facility for assembly. The packaging solution consisted of an ESD bag in combination with a membrane packaging and cardboard. With over 5000 shipments per year, the cost of packaging was not only high, but also resulted in a lot of cardboard packaging waste.
In collaboration with our customer, we developed a clever returnable packaging solution consisting of an ESD Euro container combined with ESD PE foam padding. The base padding was made so that all 5 displays would fit. In addition, two different top pads were designed, which could be rotated and were clearly labelled for each display. This enabled two displays to be simultaneously positioned and secured per container. The ESD bag was no longer required since the foam pads, like the ESD container, provided ESD protection.
By using the NOVAPOR returnable containers, our customer was able to reduce packaging waste to zero. Since the project has been running for several years now, the purchase costs for the returnable packaging systems have also quickly paid for themselves. All in all, a successful project!
Reliable packaging with NOVAPOR
Our successful project shows that packaging for medical devices requires special care and expertise in order to comply with the high standards of safety, sustainability and functionality. At NOVAPOR, we pride ourselves on providing innovative and customised packaging solutions that meet the specific needs of the medical industry. Contact us to learn more about our products and services and how we can help you package your medical devices safely and reliably.