At Silgan’s Commercial Development Center, our staff stays aware of the latest material developments and continually evaluates new resins, colorants and additives. We assess the impact that new materials can have on the manufacturing process and performance of your package.
By conducting independent material performance analysis, Silgan can provide guidance on product interaction and shelf life, recycling guidelines, potential light weighting options and the impact of PCR usage.
Your customers' safety matters
Our technical group stays current on industry regulatory requirements and takes a leading role with Silgan’s regulatory affairs from FDA compliance to maintenance of four US Drug Master Files and one Canadian Pharmaceutical Master File.
Silgan’s Metrology Lab also routinely completes dimensional and functional analysis. The lab is fully equipped to test all key attributes and dimensional characteristics of your package. Our services include:
- Layer analysis for projected shelf life
- Measurement of all bottle dimensions including neck ID
- Top load testing
- Drop impact testing
- Leak testing and pressure vacuum
- Environmental stress crack resistance (ESCR) testing
- Application and removal torque
Package appearance and integrity are critical to consumer acceptance. At Silgan we provide color analysis, review opacity levels and can test the percentage of light transmission in the UV range for proper protection. When it comes to decorating, Silgan routinely tests Dyne levels for ink and label adhesion. Our lab also reviews label coefficient of friction and adhesive coat weight.
Silgan’s Commercial Development personnel continually evaluate current in-market and cutting edge technologies. Take advantage of our highly trained professionals who are available to support your packaging projects with their technical expertise.
Our resources are focused on delivering rapid-to-market innovative packaging solutions that are cost effective.
Interested in how Silgan can help partner with you to meet your company’s package development goals? Contact your Account Manager, CSR, Regional Sales Office or call 800-274-5426.
Commercial Development Center and Packaging Design & Innovation Services
1858 Meca Way
Norcross, GA 30093
770-243-5270