Oxipack, a leader in non-destructive leak detection for rigid and flexible packaging applications, has won three awards in the 2025 Packaging Gateway Excellence Awards, for its leadership in deterministic leak detection and its broad portfolio of solutions for the packaging industry.
The Packaging Gateway Excellence Awards, powered by GlobalData’s business intelligence, celebrate the most impactful innovations and contributions in packaging. This year, Oxipack stood out for its achievements in three categories: Innovation, Environmental, and Product Launches.
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Oxipack’s Innovation award in Deterministic Testing recognizes its commitment to objective, non-destructive leak detection, an approach that delivers consistent, repeatable results and supports higher standards for packaging integrity. The Environmental award in Waste Prevention highlights its role in helping manufacturers cut product and packaging waste through sustainable, resource-efficient testing. The Product Launches award in Leak Detection Machinery acknowledges the company’s robust, user-friendly solutions that are making a difference in quality control across a range of packaging operations.
Deterministic leak detection: Advancing packaging innovation
Anyone who has worked in packaging quality control is familiar with the frustrations due to limitations of traditional leak testing. Methods like bubble or dye testing have been standard for years, but they’re time consuming and can miss the smallest leaks that lead to spoilage or costly recalls. Oxipack recognized these pain points and developed a deterministic approach built around vacuum decay technology.
The method creates a vacuum around each package and uses sensitive pressure sensors to detect even the slightest changes in pressure. A single missed leak in food, pharma, or medical packaging can quickly turn into a bigger issue, from product recalls to safety risks, which is why the level of precision Oxipack’s technology offers is so important for these industries.
Oxipack’s technical team played an active role in shaping the revised ASTM standard. By advocating for the inclusion of flexible packaging and participating in interlaboratory studies to validate detection thresholds, the company helped move the industry toward more reliable, science-based testing.
Another area where Oxipack’s systems stand out is in data capture and analytics. Each test logs detailed information, pressure readings, duration, pass/fail outcomes, and more, giving manufacturers the ability to monitor trends and optimize processes over time. For R&D teams, this means being able to quickly test and refine new packaging prototypes, which helps speed up the adoption of innovative materials.
Ease of use is also a priority. Oxipack’s systems are designed so operators can get up to speed quickly, and testing remains consistent from one shift to the next. This practical approach has made advanced leak detection accessible to a wider range of manufacturers.
After switching to Oxipack’s vacuum decay method, a multinational food and drink company reported a 60% decrease in incubation test failures which highlights the value of moving to a deterministic, data-driven process.
Environmental performance: Reducing waste and resource consumption
Waste from destructive leak testing is a challenge that many manufacturers know all too well. Traditional methods often mean destroying both product and packaging, which drives up costs and adds to landfill waste. Oxipack’s non-destructive approach allows products that pass the leak test to be returned to the production line, helping companies reduce waste at the source.
A major Belgian retailer saw a notable drop in food waste and operational costs after implementing Oxipack’s technology in its cheese and coffee packaging lines. By reintegrating tested products, the retailer was able to improve both sustainability and efficiency.
Oxipack’s systems also make a difference in resource efficiency. Unlike bubble or tracer gas methods that consume significant resources and generate additional waste, Oxipack’s solutions operate without water, gas, or chemicals. Non-destructive methods like these are becoming increasingly important as an increasing number of manufacturers adopt materials that often can’t withstand destructive testing, such as recyclable, compostable, and paper-based packaging.
Internal analyses have shown that destructive testing on a single production line can generate over €20,000 in packaging waste annually. In the case of the multinational food and drink company mentioned earlier, the switch to vacuum decay technology not only reduced product loss but also improved production uptime.
Furthermore, Oxipack’s systems are built from durable, recyclable materials and are engineered for long-term use in hygiene-sensitive environments. The company also emphasizes energy efficiency and minimal maintenance, and its operational practices such as remote installations and responsible waste management reflect a broader commitment to sustainability.
Enhancing leak detection in packaging operations
Flexible in working with machine builders as well as integrators, Oxipack supplies both standalone systems and OEM versions of its leak test solutions. For example, in collaboration with a machine integrator, Oxipack provided an OEM can leak test setup that required minimal adaptation for integration into a sophisticated canning line.
Speed and adaptability are central to Oxipack’s systems. They can complete tests in seconds and handle multiple packages at once, supporting high throughput without sacrificing quality control. The equipment is adaptable to different packaging types and sizes, including both rigid and flexible formats.
Oxipack’s solutions are regulatory-compliant, meeting the requirements of ASTM F2338-24 and support compliance with FDA, EU GMP Annex 1, and 21 CFR Part 11 guidelines. The CCIT, for instance, is engineered for container closure integrity testing in pharmaceutical applications, providing validated, quantitative results and full data traceability for audit readiness.
Manufacturers who have integrated Oxipack’s leak detection solutions into their processes have reported measurable gains. A leading flexible packaging provider, which adopted Oxipack’s technology as its primary leak detection method, cited accuracy, reliability, and ease of use. The ability to detect microleaks and generate audit-ready data has enabled companies to meet the high standards required by clients and regulators. Multinational food and beverage companies have also reported significant reductions in defect rates and improved operational efficiency after implementing Oxipack’s systems.
“We’re proud to be recognized for our contribution to waste reduction and sustainability in packaging. Every non-destructive test we do means less wasted material, lower energy consumption, and a step closer to a healthier planet.”
– Serge Smit, CEO at Oxipack
Company Profile
Founded in the Netherlands and trusted globally, Oxipack specializes in non-destructive leak detection systems for rigid and flexible packaging. It helps manufacturers across the globe ensure product integrity, reduce waste, and optimize quality control, all without damaging a single product.
Oxipack’s leak detection technology is designed to detect even the smallest invisible leaks, making it ideal for high-precision industries like food, pet food, pharma, cosmetics, and more. Its team of engineers, technicians, and industry experts is dedicated to building reliable, user-friendly solutions that fit seamlessly into your production process. Whether it’s a standalone device or a custom in-line system, the company designs every machine to deliver fast, accurate, and sustainable results. both batch testing and 100% product inspection.
Driven by innovation and a deep belief in circularity, Oxipack partners with some of the world’s most respected manufacturers to help them meet their quality, efficiency, and meet sustainability targets.
It is proud to be recognized for its contribution to waste reduction and sustainability in packaging, because every leak it prevents means fewer wasted materials, less energy consumption, and a healthier planet.
Contact Details
Wilgenkade 17, 3992 LL Houten,
Netherlands
Email: info@oxipack.com
Phone +31 (0)88 – 695 7200
Links:
Website: https://oxipack.com/
