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What methods are used for testing leakage?

Various methods are available for testing for leaks, each with different detection capabilities with regard to leaks and defects. The high voltage method and headspace analysis are both commonly used for leak testing. These methods can easily be automated and integrated into filling lines. Vacuum methods, however, are more suitable for offline testing.

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