--- title: "Breakard - IGB" description: "Discover BREAKard, the sustainable, plastic-free cardboard ampoule opener integrated directly into secondary pharmaceutical packaging." url: "https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/cardboard-ampoule-opener-pharma-packaging" date: "2026-06-19T13:16:22+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- Select your language - [ ![Italiano (Italia)](https://www.igboxes.com/media/mod_languages/images/it_it.gif "Italiano (Italia)") ](https://www.igboxes.com/it/pharmaceutical-packaging/cardboard-ampoule-opener-pharma-packaging) - [ ![English (United Kingdom)](https://www.igboxes.com/media/mod_languages/images/en_gb.gif "English (United Kingdom)") ](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/cardboard-ampoule-opener-pharma-packaging) - [ ![Español (España)](https://www.igboxes.com/media/mod_languages/images/es_es.gif "Español (España)") ](https://www.igboxes.com/es/pharmaceutical-packaging/cardboard-ampoule-opener-pharma-packaging) - [ ![Français (France)](https://www.igboxes.com/media/mod_languages/images/fr_fr.gif "Français (France)") ](https://www.igboxes.com/fr/pharmaceutical-packaging/cardboard-ampoule-opener-pharma-packaging) - [ ![Deutsch (Deutschland)](https://www.igboxes.com/media/mod_languages/images/de_de.gif "Deutsch (Deutschland)") ](https://www.igboxes.com/de/pharmaceutical-packaging/cardboard-ampoule-opener-pharma-packaging) - [+39 0332 487372](tel:+390332487372) - From Monday to Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM [ ![Logo IGB](https://www.igboxes.com/images/igb-2024.svg) ![Logo IGB](https://www.igboxes.com/images/igb-2024.svg)](https://www.igboxes.com/) [ ](# "Menu") ![BREAKard sustainable cardboard ampoule opener for pharmaceutical packaging](https://www.igboxes.com/media/com_sppagebuilder/placeholder/logobreakard.png "BREAKard sustainable cardboard ampoule opener for pharmaceutical packaging") ![Image](https://www.igboxes.com/media/com_sppagebuilder/placeholder/foto-retro2.webp) # The Cardboard Ampoule Opener Changing Pharmaceutical Secondary Packaging ## Not Another Accessory. A Different Packaging Philosophy. BREAKard is not simply a replacement for a plastic component. It is a **packaging-integrated opening system** designed for pharmaceutical brands looking to reduce unnecessary materials, optimize pack architecture and align with the future direction of **sustainable packaging regulations.** Unlike traditional ampoule breakers, BREAKard is made from **engineered paperboard** and can become part of the carton itself. No bulky add-ons. No separate plastic parts. No disruption for the end user. ![Structural engineering of the BREAKard paperboard ampoule opener](https://www.igboxes.com/media/com_sppagebuilder/placeholder/foto-fiale.webp "Structural engineering of the BREAKard paperboard ampoule opener") ## Why Global Pharma Companies Are Looking at Alternatives - Reduction of plastic components. - Simplification of secondary packaging. - Sustainability targets. - Packaging waste regulations. - User safety expectations. - Logistics optimization. At the same time, glass ampoules still require a reliable opening method. This creates a contradiction: companies want **less plastic**, but conventional ampoule openers are almost always plastic-based. BREAKard addresses this exact gap. ## Designed Around Structural Engineering Principles What makes BREAKard interesting is not only the material — but the mechanics behind it. The device uses a **tension-based structural behavior** that increases rigidity when folded into its operating configuration. This principle allows paperboard to behave with a level of stiffness that would normally be associated with much thicker or harder materials. Once configured, the operator inserts the ampoule neck into the dedicated opening area and applies leverage in a controlled motion. The objective is simple: - Controlled ampoule opening. - Reduced risk of accidental cuts. - No glass fragmentation. - No complicated handling. ![Structural engineering of the BREAKard paperboard ampoule opener](https://www.igboxes.com/media/com_sppagebuilder/placeholder/foto-spaccafiala.webp "Structural engineering of the BREAKard paperboard ampoule opener") ## Built for Pharmaceutical Packaging Integration BREAKard was developed specifically for pharmaceutical secondary packaging business. It can be: - Supplied as a standalone insert. - Integrated into folding cartons. - Combined with ampoule holders. - Customized with pharmaceutical branding. - Adapted to multiple ampoule sizes. Most importantly, the system was designed to work with existing packaging processes. This is one of the reasons why the concept attracts attention from packaging engineers, procurement teams and sustainability departments. ## A Packaging Component Aligned with the Future Across Europe and internationally, packaging strategies are moving toward: - Material reduction. - Mono-material packaging approaches. - Elimination of unnecessary plastic. - Easier recyclability. - Lower environmental footprint. BREAKard fits directly into this transition because it transforms a traditionally plastic function into a paper-based structural solution. For pharmaceutical companies exploring [**Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)**](https://environment.ec.europa.eu/topics/waste-and-recycling/packaging-waste_en "Packaging waste")-oriented packaging strategies and global environmental compliance, this becomes particularly relevant. ![Structural engineering of the BREAKard paperboard ampoule opener](https://www.igboxes.com/media/com_sppagebuilder/placeholder/img-retro.webp "Structural engineering of the BREAKard paperboard ampoule opener") ## Why BREAKard Generates Attention Many packaging innovations are incremental. BREAKard is meaningful because it challenges a deeply rooted assumption: that cardboard cannot perform a **precision mechanical function** typically reserved for plastic. The first reaction is often skepticism. The second is usually: "How is this possible with paperboard?". That reaction is exactly what makes the system memorable. ### More Than Sustainability The project is not only about replacing plastic. It is also about: - Improving packaging efficiency. - Reducing component complexity. - Creating smarter carton architecture. - Enhancing user perception. - Enabling new pharmaceutical packaging concepts. For some companies, BREAKard becomes a sustainability initiative. For others, it becomes a packaging optimization project. For others, it is simply a better user experience. ## Pharmaceutical Packaging is Evolving Secondary packaging is no longer just protection and branding. Today it also carries expectations related to sustainability, usability, material intelligence, regulatory evolution, and patient interaction. Solutions that once seemed impossible with paperboard are becoming technically achievable. BREAKard is part of this broader transformation. ### Discover the Complete BREAKard Solution Technical specifications, integration possibilities, packaging configurations and application examples are available on the official product page. Explore the full BREAKard system ### Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - **What is the BREAKard ampoule opener made of?** BREAKard is made entirely of paperboard, offering a structural and sustainable alternative to traditional plastic ampoule breakers. - **Is BREAKard compliant with PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation)?** Yes, BREAKard is designed to align with the future direction of sustainable packaging regulations like the PPWR by eliminating unnecessary plastic and using mono-material, easily recyclable paperboard. - **Can BREAKard be integrated into existing pharmaceutical packaging lines?** Absolutely. It was specifically developed to work with existing packaging processes and can be integrated into folding cartons, supplied as a standalone insert, or combined with ampoule holders. - **How does a cardboard ampoule opener ensure user safety?** BREAKard utilizes a tension-based structural behavior that increases rigidity upon folding, providing a safe, controlled leverage point that reduces the risk of accidental cuts and glass fragmentation. ### Who we are - [Dino Bressan](https://www.igboxes.com/en/dino-bressan) - [History](https://www.igboxes.com/en/history) - [Sites](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/sites) - [Vision Mission Values](https://www.igboxes.com/en/vision-mission-values) - [Security policy](https://www.igboxes.com/en/security-policy) - [Sustainability Policy](https://www.igboxes.com/en/sustainability-policy) - [Code of Ethics](https://www.igboxes.com/en/code-of-ethics) - [D.LGS. 231/2001](https://www.igboxes.com/en/d-lgs-231-2001) - [CSR](https://www.igboxes.com/en/csr) - [Plastic Free Box](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/plastic-free-packaging) - [100% Quality](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/quality-solutions) - [IGB supports sport](https://www.igboxes.com/en/igb-supports-sport) ### Departments - [Research & development](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/research-development) - [Pre-press](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/pre-press-folding) - [Press](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/press) - [Finishing Department](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/finishing-stages) ### Products - [Pharma packaging](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging) - [TECOBOX](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/tamper-evident-box-tecobox) - [Clinical Trials](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/clinical-trials-cartons) - [Child resistant](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/child-resistant-packaging) - [Tamper & Child resistant](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/tamper-child-resistant) - [Drop-Lock](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/drop-lock-packaging) - [Dispenser](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/dispenser-folding-box "Dispenser | Cardboard Folding Box") - [Breakard](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/cardboard-ampoule-opener-pharma-packaging) - [Ampoule tray](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/cardboard-tray-ampoule) - [Leaflets](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/leaflets-production) - [IP](https://www.igboxes.com/en/intellectualproperty) ### About us - [Awards](https://www.igboxes.com/en/awards) - [Press release](https://www.igboxes.com/en/press-release) ### Privacy Policy [Privacy Policy](https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/98127413 "Privacy Policy ") [Cookie Policy](https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/98127413/cookie-policy "Cookie Policy ") ### Services - [Anti-Counterfeiting](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/anti-counterfeiting-drugs) - [Research & develpment](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/research-development) - [Prototypes](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/prototype-development) - [Serialization](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/serialization-pharma "Serialization Pharma | Pharmaceuticals Packaging") - [Quality Control Certificates](https://www.igboxes.com/en/pharmaceutical-packaging/quality-control-certificates) ### Certificates and Awards - [ISO 9001](https://www.igboxes.com/images/certificati/ISO-9001-14001-45001.pdf "Certificato ISO 9001 - 2015") - [ISO 14001](https://www.igboxes.com/images/certificati/ISO-9001-14001-45001.pdf "Certificato ISO 14001 - 2015") - [ISO 45001](https://www.igboxes.com/images/certificati/ISO-9001-14001-45001.pdf "Certificato ISO 45001 - 2018") - [ISO 22301 - BUSINESS CONTINUITY](https://www.igboxes.com/images/certificati/ISO_22301.pdf "Certificato ISO 22301") - [UNI PDR 125 - GENDER EQUALITY](https://www.igboxes.com/images/certificati/UNI_PDR_125.pdf) - [FSC](https://www.igboxes.com/images/certificati/FSC.pdf "Certificato FSC") ![FSC C112855](https://www.igboxes.com/images/certificati/FSC_C112855_Promotional_with_text_Portrait_WhiteOnBlack_r_Mdg1uf.png) ![IGB SRL EV Recognition](https://www.igboxes.com/images/IGB_SRL_EV_Recognition.png) ### Follow us... 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