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Getting started with induction cap sealing

Induction cap sealing is a popular choice for packagers looking to prevent leaks, preserve freshness & provide tamper evidence. The technology is widely used in many industries, is simple to operate and quite economical. Packagers can select from hand held sealers to high speed production models that incorporate cap inspection, rejection & touch screen operation.

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Table of Contents 1. Why choose induction sealing?

2. Who uses induction sealing?

3. How does induction sealing work?

4. What are the key application variables?

5. Which cap sealer is best for you?

6. Get started with induction sealing

7. About Enercon | Contact Enercon

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Packagers choose induction sealing to ensure product freshness, prevent leaks & provide tamper evidence.

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Chapter 1

Why choose induction cap sealing?

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Using induction sealing for function and brand differentiation

Chapter 1 Why Packagers Choose Induction Cap Sealing

Initially packagers choose induction seals for their primary packaging function which can include: Leak prevention Preserve freshness Prevent tampering Prevent pilferage Reduce pack weight However many packagers use these benefits to differentiate their brand. We’ll cover many examples in this ebook.

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Induction liners preserve freshness & extend shelf life


Induction liners create a hermetic seal which prevents oxygen transmission into the product. Preventing oxygen from entering the container preserves product freshness and extends shelf life. For some unique applications that require the product to “breath” special vented liner materials are used.

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Seal your product and say goodbye to leaking containers


Induction seals prevent leaks and can stand up to some pretty heavy pressure. This ensures your products will not leak during shipping, while in inventory, or before your consumer is ready to use your product. Many large retailers and shipping operations require a form of leak protection such as an induction seal.

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Prevent leaks & keep your distribution channel happy


Tommy Lancaster Chief Operating Officer Bryson Industries

“All products shipped for the television shopping network or any other customers that use UPS or Fedex are induction sealed for leak prevention ... “

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Instill consumer confidence with tamper evidence


The FDA recognizes induction sealing as a form of tamper evidence. Tamper evident liners leave evidence that the container has been opened. Residue on the container lip provides tamper evidence.

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Tamper evidence


Dave Booher Pharmacy Manager Optum Rx

"We wanted tamper evidence to increase consumer confidence … You have to destroy the bottle or the liner to get into the contents."

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Pharmaceutical, Food, Beverage, Dairy, Chemical, Petroleum, Cosmetic, & Nutraceutical Packagers

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Chapter 2

Who uses induction cap sealing



Small companies use induction to protect their reputation

Chapter 2 Who uses induction cap sealing

Jennifer Hardaway Owner KLEAN Bath & Body

"Before investing in an induction sealer, I was afraid to send my product out, unsure of how they would arrive at my customer's door. Now I have the confidence to ship my products.”

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Packagers rely on induction cap sealing for premium products


Darryl King Director of Operations Floratine Products Group, Inc

"We rely only on premium packaging equipment for our premium product. You cannot put a price tag on dependability. Customer complaints are nearly eliminated, 99% of our problems were solved with the induction sealer. It was a godsend."

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Food packagers use cap sealing for freshness & safety


Emily Kahn Marketing Manager Minterbrook Oysters

"We wanted to ensure our packaging was environmentally friendly and we also wanted to address our customers' concerns regarding product freshness and safety."

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Innovative packagers incorporate induction as part of brand strategy


Memo Maquivar VP Marketing PepsiCo’s Tropicana Products Division

"We merge aesthetics and technology into packaging innovation, and that, in turn, leads to differentiated brands."

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Be inspired by these photo galleries of leading packages

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Pharmaceutical Healthcare & Cosmetic

Chemicals & Household Products

Food, Dairy and Beverages

Click on the images above to open a photo gallery of packages that use induction sealing in each industry


Induction cap sealing is a non-contact packaging process that is efficient, effective & economical.

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Chapter 3

How does induction sealing work?



Anatomy of a single and two piece induction liner

Chapter 3 How does induction cap sealing work

A foil liner is inserted into a cap by the cap manufacturer. The liner is made up of multiple layers including a foil liner and polymer heat seal layer. The cap is applied to the container with an even and adequate amount of torque to maintain pressure on the liner.

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Single piece Two piece with reseal


How an induction sealer creates a hermetic seal


Capped containers are conveyed through an electro magnetic field generated by an induction sealing head positioned over the conveyor. The field heats the foil liner and melts the polymer on the bottom of the liner which creates a hermetic seal. On a two piece liner, at the same time, the heat melts the top wax layer separating the liner from the cap.

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Video: How induction cap sealing creates a hermetic seal


In the animation on the left you’ll see that the induction sealing process is very clean and efficient . Adding induction cap sealers to existing production lines is very simple. They have a small footprint and do not require contact with your product. Operators enjoy working with induction cap sealers because they are easy to use and are virtually maintenance free.

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Click the image above to see an animation explaining the induction sealing process.


Choosing the right liner and induction sealer requires proper identification of your key application requirements

Chapter 4

How smart packagers define their application to optimize results



Moving forward with induction sealing by defining your application

Chapter 4 How smart packagers define their application to optimize results

Adopting cap sealing as part of your packaging strategy is a straightforward process. And, there are industry experts to help you along way. This section of the ebook will review the key application variables and equipment options that your suppliers will want to know about. By defining your application you can be assured that you will achieve the results you want.

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Considerations when selecting an induction liner


Application Variables Type of product being sealed Liner/Container compatibility Desired consumer experience Liner functionality

- Prevent Leaks - Preserve Freshness

Liner Removal Characteristics -Clean peal or tamper evident - Reseal integrity

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Consider these application variables when selecting a cap sealer


Application Variables - Diameter of cap - Style of cap - Liner type - Product to be sealed - Conveyor speed or manually sealing - Additional packages to be sealed - Future line speed increases

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Options to consider when selecting an induction cap sealer


Equipment Options Cap/Foil inspection

- Cap missing/high - Foil liner presence

Bottle Detection - Presence, stalled, back-up

Container rejection Network control integration Operator Lockout Recipe Control Multiple Languages

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With your application well defined we can specify the induction sealer that best fits your needs

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Which cap sealer is best for your application?



Specifying the best induction sealer for your operation

Chapter 5 Which cap sealer is best for your application?

From hand held models to high speed systems induction sealers are available to meet every need. In this section of the ebook we’ll review the industry’s most popular models and share insights as to which one might be best for your operation.

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Super Seal™ Jr Hand Held Induction Sealer | Portable & Powerful


The industry workhorse for manual production and laboratory applications. It seals everything from the smallest closures to 120 mm wide-mouth caps. Portable table top design plugs into a standard wall outlet and seals most containers in less than a second.

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See the Super Seal™ Jr in action & get the system specifications


Super Seal™ Jr


Joanne Klauber Founder Makes Scents

“The Super Seal™ Jr. has been a smashing success for Makes Scents. It seals in half the time of the older model and it takes up less space. We just set it up and it does what it's supposed to.”

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Super Seal™ Series induction cap sealers | Low, Medium & High Speed


Super Seal™ models are designed for low, medium and high speed lines. Enercon pioneered air cooled cap sealing and the Super Seal™ is the industry standard for reliability and productivity. Everyday Super Seal™ cap sealers seal millions of products around the world.

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Learn more about Super Seal™ induction cap sealers


Super Seal™


Charles Bates Plant Manager Life Force International

"Obviously, Enercon has tremendous confidence in its products. So we tried it and, sure enough, the Super Seal™ did a super job."

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Super Seal™ Touch Induction Cap Sealer | Speed & Performance


Packed with sealing power & advanced performance features for medium & high speed packaging lines. One -touch -away screen navigation guides you through operating controls, recipes, operator lockout and more. Integrated cap inspection & rejection makes set-up and operation simple.

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Find out how the Super Seal™ Touch is setting new standards All new all-in-one sealing head




Andrew Lerch, Production Manager PURE BioScience

Since installing the Super Seal Touch, we have increased production & decreased downtime. On a scale of one to ten, the next time PURE BioScience purchases an induction sealer, the likelihood of it being a Super Seal is a ten."

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Super Seal™ Max Induction Cap Sealer | Top speed/High Performance


The Super Seal™ Max is the top of the line cap sealer combining maximum sealing capacity with advanced control features available through a touch screen interface. Our application experts will match your requirements to the sealing head that best suited for your application. We’ll cover sealing heads a few pages later.

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Learn more about the powerful features of the Super Seal™ Max




Tony Bolletta Engineering Manager ACH Food Companies

"We use Enercon exclusively for induction sealing …We've had a good relationship with Enercon, and they've done a great job of supporting our units,"

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A word about sealing heads & optimizing sealing energy


Its important to note that every cap sealer creates potential sealing energy. How that energy is optimized into actual sealing capacity is determined by the sealing head. Enercon has engineered a number of interchangeable sealing head designs so we can optimize each of our cap sealer’s for your specific application.

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Time to review what we’ve covered so you can get started with induction cap sealing

Chapter 6

Getting started with induction sealing



Keys to getting started with induction cap sealing

Chapter 6 Getting started with induction cap sealing

Define your goals for: Function Consumer experience Product differentiation Define your application variables Identify the sealer options you may need Consult with cap, liner & sealer experts Enjoy the benefits of induction sealing!

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Innovative People. Ensuring your sealing success.


Induction cap sealing. Its our passion. And, we’d love to help you with your get started with your next project. Take advantage of our reliable technology , decades of application expertise and commitment to helping you achieve a perfect seal. Learn more about induction cap sealing by contacting us today.

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Since 1974 Enercon has brought innovative and cost-effective solutions to manufacturers.

Our team is committed to your success & will provide you the finest application expertise & product support.

We invite you to consult with us on your next project.

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