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Several major medical device manufacturers are choosing Ovantex®. Why wait? Join the Ovantex® revolution today and start lowering your costs without fear of compromising performance.

Discover the advantages of Ovantex®—another inventive product only from Oliver-Tolas.

FAQ: How does Ovantex® compare to other industry-standard materials?

&A: Ovantex®, only from Oliver-Tolas, fills the gap between paper and Tyvek® by providing exceptional sterile barrier properties and strength in a synthetic fiber-based substrate.

FAQ: What is Ovantex® made of?

&A: Ovantex®/F is an adhesive-coated medical grade packaging material comprised of a blend of synthetic fibers and cellulose-based components. Oliver-Tolas' Xhale® adhesive is a non-toxic hot melt heat-sealable adhesive coating applied in a uniform dot pattern to maintain breathability.

FAQ: How do Ovantex® barrier properties compare to those of industry-standard materials?

&A: Medical packaging substrates must provide an adequate microbial barrier in order to ensure integrity of the sterile barrier system from point of sterilization to point of use.

Evaluation of the microbial barrier properties of porous materials is typically conducted by challenging samples with an aerosol of bacterial spores under a set of test conditions. Using test method ASTM F1608, Ovantex® demonstrates a microbial barrier superior to medical-grade papers and comparable to 1.76 oz/yd² spun-bonded olefin.

Ovantex® also meets EN868-6 requirements for use in sterile packaging; the EN868-6 test measures the pressure required to force air bubbles through the interstices of the wetted material and uses the pressure, together with the liquid's surface tension, to estimate material pore size.

 

* Data from Dupont Technical Reference Guide.
** Previous literature stated value of 3.2, increased value of 3.6 is based on additional testing of multiple lots.

FAQ: Why is thickness consistency an important consideration when choosing a material?

&A: Thickness consistency impacts bacterial barrier, porosity, strength, and durability. Thickness inconsistency can lead to uncontrollable variation in the sealing process. Ovantex® provides greater consistency than other substrates commonly used for medical packaging.

* Data from Dupont Technical Reference Guide.

FAQ: How does the tear strength of Ovantex® compare to other industry-standard materials?

&A: A measurement of tear strength is one way to determine a packaging material's ability to protect the product and maintain a sterile barrier when exposed to distribution hazards. Based on the Elmendorf Tear Strength Test (ASTM D1424), Ovantex® provides tear strength that fills the gap between spun-bonded olefin and paper.

FAQ: What are the recommended applications of Ovantex®?

&A: IV tubing sets, sterile sponges, catheters, urological products, sutures, syringes, prefilled syringes, stopcocks, irrigation sets, wound dressings, suction tubing, surgical prep kits, drug delivery devices, dental implants, surgical pens, ophthalmics, Bovie knives, facial fixation places and screws, surgical rulers, tourniquets, orthopedics, cannulas, device accessories, cardiovascular devices, and more....

Ovantex® is ideal for thermo form/fill/seal lidstock and peel pouches; it seals to films commonly used for medical packaging, such as EVA/Surlyn, PA, nylon, and others. Ovantex® is compatible with EtO and gamma irradiation sterilization processes.

FAQ: What is the peel strength of Ovantex® pouches?

&A: Coated Ovantex® pouches typically have peel strengths > 1lb while uncoated Ovantex® pouches have peel strengths typically < 1lb.

FAQ: Will Ovantex® lower my costs?

&A: Ovantex® can reduce your material spend by up to 40% without compromising performance.

FAQ: How long has Ovantex® been available?

&A: Ovantex® was initially introduced in January 2005. Shortly thereafter, the material was reformulated to offer a brighter white appearance; reformulation took approximately one year. Ovantex® has been available for sale in its improved and final form since April 2006.

FAQ: Is Ovantex® exclusive to Oliver-Tolas?

&A: Yes, Ovantex® is a proprietary product of Oliver-Tolas via joint partnership with a company specializing in innovative nonwoven product development.

FAQ: How can I find out if Ovantex® is right for me?

&A: Ovantex® is an ideal solution for a wide variety of medical device packaging applications. To discover the advantages of Ovantex® for yourself, order a sample or contact Oliver-Tolas for more information today.

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