BOV 101 Bryan.Ching@Aptar.com
Bag On Valve Technology Technology common to all Aptar(Formerly EP Spray / Seaquist) Coster Lindal Power Container Summit
TOPICS FOR THIS DISCUSSION What is a Bag-on-Valve Why / When should you be using a BOV? The BOV Filling Process Formulation Considerations Markets for BOV
WHAT IS A BAG-ON- VALVE Components of a BOV system Similarities with an aerosol This is not an aerosol
BOV Components Actuator and overcap Standard 1 inch valve Product in the bag Compressed air / nitrogen Between bag and can Typical Aerosol Can
SIMILAR TO AN AEROSOL PACKAGE Aluminum or Tin Plate Can 2P-160 psi or 2Q-180 psi can ratings required Proper valve internal gasket be selected must Valve body, spring seat, spring stem and foil materials must be checked for product compatibility Spray Ability Proper Actuator must be selected / developed
UNLIKE AN AEROSOL PACKAGE Lower or non-voc emissions No special internal coating of the can is necessary No product / propellant interaction Lesser filling room requirements
WHEN SHOULD I USE A BOV? Advantages BOV for every application?
SHOULD YOU USE A BAG ON VALVE? CONSUMER EXPERIENCE Works at any angle Convenient and total evacuation Continuous spray No pumping Viscous products BETTER FOR OUR ENVIRONMENT Non VOC system Safer filling Environmentally friendly PRODUCT PRESERVATION Total separation of product from propellant No contamination Airless pressurized system
ADVANTAGES Convenient to use the key to customer satisfaction and repeat business >99% evacuation Eliminates the interaction between and propellant Will dramatically reduce the product May help you with VOC in your product Airless pressurized system propellant product degradation of levels without Safer to produce
THE BOV IS BEST FOR EVERYTHING! The BOV is not suitable for every application!!! What is your true motivation? Do you really need the features offered by a BOV? Is my formula suitable?
HOW DO I FILL A BOV Basic filling process Can size Equipment Required
EASY AND SAFE FILLING Aerosol can aluminum/tin plate Bag on valve insertion Crimping and under cup gassing Pressure check Product filing in the bag pressure filled Weight check Actuator / cap placement Use
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT NEEDED LPAV Low Pressure Around the Valve OR UTC Under the Cup High Pressure Product Filler
WHAT SIZE CAN DO I USE Dispensing volume determines the pouch which determines the can size Need additional can volume to maintain final dispensing pressure
FORMULATION CONSIDERATIONS No interaction of propellant and formula Will the formula spray without a propellant? Can I spray my formula with a finger pump? Does my formula spit? Does my formula require shaking before use? Product must be homogeneous. Will my formula clog the actuator?
POTENTIAL MARKETS Sun care created the U.S. explosion Sunscreen Self Tanning After Beach OTC / Pharma Nasal sprays ENT sprays Wound Gels / Sprays / Irrigation Foot Sprays Eye care Pain Relief
OTHER MARKETS Foods Pancake syrup Salad Sprays Premixed Beverages Personal Care Sprays Anti-aging Creams / Lotions / Gels Post Foaming Products
MORE MARKETS Household / Industrial Insect Repellent All Natural Insect Sprays All Natural Cleaners Air Fresheners Non Flammable Sprays
BOV Products N.A.
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