Winter Healthcare Packaging 2023

Healthcare Packaging Winter Healthcare Packaging 2023

Quotables and By the Numbers: Reuse, Supply Chain, and More

Quotables and stats from around the community including insulin production, reusable packaging, and climate change imacts on packaged healthcare products.

December 14, 2023

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9 Takeaways on Real-Time Monitoring in Pharma Logistics

At the 2023 ISTA European meeting, pharma brands and suppliers discussed trends in data logger technology.

November 1, 2023

Real time monitoring in pharma logistics

Becton Dickinson, Casella Complete Pilot Recycling Used Medical Devices

In the circular economy pilot, 40,000 lb of medical waste were recycled and diverted from disposal.

October 24, 2023

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Haleon and Bayer Join New Blister Sustainability Initiative

The Blister Pack Collective aims to reduce single-use plastics in tablet packs in over-the-counter drugs, prescription drugs, nutraceuticals, and confectionary items.

October 20, 2023

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4 Tips for Connecting Remotely with Your Next Gen Workforce

Remote and hybrid work have unquestionable perks. If you’re managing early career professionals…“let me know if you have questions” won’t always suffice.

October 10, 2023

Panelists (from left): Kate Malachowski, PhD; Nina Rosso; Stephanie Lee, MBS; Robin Usselman; Tita Tavares; Kelly Waldron, PhD.

What Does a DSCSA Stabilization Period Mean?

From the HDA Traceability Seminar: FDA announced a DSCSA stabilization period through Nov. 2024 but is urging all trading partners not to take their feet off the gas. Consistent work will be needed from trading partners throughout the next 15 months.

September 1, 2023

A one-year stabilization period for DSCSA enforcement means extra time, but it's not intended to be a one-year delay in progress.

Data & Analytics

AI in Packaging to Reach $6 Billion by the End of 2033

AI’s role in packaging is set to soar, as it enhances quality control, aids in supply chain management, and advise on packaging design, but cost, security, and ethics concerns must be addressed.

August 22, 2023

AI in packaging market report

Integrator Project Sparks Switch from 'Hard' to Easy Automation

Leadership at PharmaMed Automation is steeped in robotics, but robot deployment was often deemed out of scope for its many custom, one-off, “hard automation” projects. Then a build came along that put robots more prominently on the menu of options.

August 16, 2023

Epson VT6L All-in-One 6-Axis Robot and Epson ColorWorks CW-C6000P Color Inkjet Label Printer automation solution prints and applies labels.

Pharmaceutical Industry Enlists Packaging Robotics

Two new robotic pick-and-place systems for pharmaceutical applications use a cobot and a 6-axis robot, respectively, to load blisters and to cap primary aseptic pharma packs.

August 4, 2023

Packaging Robotics: ESS Technologies’ TaskMate Robotic Systems Blister Loader

What Machine Standards Apply to My Project?

A single primary machine standard can involve several additional standards, so it is important to know what to follow for a given machine project.

July 17, 2023

Standards applications should involve management, a combination of mechanical and electrical engineers, technicians, and sales.

PMMI Readies Updated ANSI/PMMI B155.1 Standard

The new version broadens the scope to include co-packers and co-manufacturers and addresses cybersecurity, remote access, and more.

June 15, 2023

Machine Safety Updates on ANSI/PMMI B155.1

Live from GS1 Connect: Fresenius Kabi Infuses Safety with Unit-of-Use 2D Barcodes

The Germany-based company enhances efficiency and patient care through innovative labeling solutions.

June 12, 2023

The GS1 DataMatrix has the ability to encode a wealth of vital information in a small footprint ideal for vials, syringes, and other small packaging.

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