Flexible films, lidding and foils

Reports on flexible plastic, paper, and/or foil materials used to package medical devices, pharmaceuticals, biologics, and nutraceuticals, including labels, shrink and stretch films, lidding, etc.

Self-adhesive film for clinical trials

• translucent, self-adhesive film neutralizes color differences between placebo and drug solutions used in clinical trials • preserves the view of the liquid fill level in a vial or syringe • adaptable to suit the color of the liquid; can...

Clinical Trials | July 28, 2010

Avoiding Fiber Tear: Tip #1: Appropriate lid size and placement

Several factors cause or greatly increase the probability of fiber tear when opening lids sealed to thermoformed trays. Avoid these factors and make great seals that peel open cleanly....

Flexible films, lidding and foils | June 29, 2010

Aluminum-based blister-forming web

• PerfecForm® C1200 has been evaluated on blister-forming lines in North and South America with outstanding formability using deep-draw tooling • for moisture-sensitive unit-dose products, and for high-temperature and high-humidity environments • manufactured in a dedicated healthcare facility Perfecseal, a...

Flexible films, lidding and foils | June 28, 2010

Preserve launches mail-back pack for recycled toothbrushes

Made from recycled PP, toothbrushes can be mailed back to Preserve Products for recycling into plastic lumber....

Pharmaceuticals and biologics | June 24, 2010

UV light absorber masterbatch

• high-efficiency, reduced-bloom UV absorber masterbatch protects contents within polyolefin film packs from light damage • help preserve brand image and improve sustainability by increasing product shelf life • contains UV absorber system that screens a range of UV light...

Flexible films, lidding and foils | June 17, 2010

High-speed laminate films

• Flexi-Free® HS may be used in high-speed form/fill/seal applications, with a 20% increase in pouch-making speeds on hf/f/s machines • heat-seal at temperatures 40° lower than standard laminate materials, allowing shortened dwell times • applicable to metalized PET, foil...

Flexible films, lidding and foils | June 1, 2010

Plastics market for healthcare packaging forecast to reach five billion lb by 2015

Study predicts steady growth U.S. plastics packaging market for pharmaceutical and medical products in the next five years....

Pharmaceuticals and biologics | May 5, 2010

New lidding structures provide child-resistance and adult-friendly properties

One in a series of articles looking at presentation topics for the May 27 Healthcare Packaging Conference & Workshops event in Princeton, NJ....

Flexible films, lidding and foils | April 16, 2010

Flexible innovations for healthcare packages earn industry recognition

Among FPA’s multi-industry award-winning packages are a multilayer structure for a dialyzer, a barrier pouch that eliminates the need for secondary packaging, and custom bags for transferring pharmaceuticals....

Flexible films, lidding and foils | April 15, 2010

New blown film line installed for medical films

Identical to the nine-layer line recently installed in Belgium is Amcor’s blown film line in Mundelein, IL....

Flexible films, lidding and foils | April 6, 2010

Dialyzer package forming web wins FPA award

The Flexible Packaging Assn. issued a Gold award to a structure viewed as an innovative packaging solution for dialyzers....

Flexible films, lidding and foils | March 12, 2010

Pharmaceutical blister packaging films

• Pentapharm® kpVantage™ high-performance polyester films incorporate a range of structures to meet pharmaceutical packaging needs; for solid oral-dose packaging, ethical drugs, OTC, generics, physician samples, veterinary medicine, and nutraceuticals • innovative films are designed to be processed on existing...

Flexible films, lidding and foils | March 1, 2010

Video: Transparent film option to foil for ultra-high barrier applications

Packaging materials provide strong oxygen and moisture barriers; may be laminated or extrusion-coated....

Flexible films, lidding and foils | February 22, 2010

IQF packaging film

• Individually Quick Frozen film is a high-density polyethylene film that seals at low temperatures and at maximum form/fill/seal speeds • for quick-frozen food or dry-mix packages, it seals effectively even with the presence of contaminants, such as blood •...

Flexible films, lidding and foils | January 4, 2010

Source-reduced, recyclable lidding

• StreamOne™ lidding for medical, pharmaceutical, and food applications meets recycling waste stream objectives • engineered to replace traditional mixed-polymer laminates without sacrificing performance when sealing to PET or PETG trays • made entirely of polyester, it can be recycled...

Flexible films, lidding and foils | December 15, 2009

Laser-writable coating

• CodeStream® aqueous coating is used for writing variable data for UPC bar codes, lot and batch numbers, expiration dates, data-matrix codes, 2D codes, e-pedigree, logo brands, etc. • the translucent, water-based laser-markable coating is applied during the printing process;...

Flexible films, lidding and foils | December 8, 2009

Automatic inspection of IV bags

• BIM automatic inspection method detects particles and cosmetic defects in flexible IV bags • combines a unique handling concept and high-resolution cameras to check for particles in solutions, correct welding of seams, and the functionality of ports and connections...

Inspection, verification and vision systems | December 7, 2009

Special Report: Japan Pack 2009

A total of 299 companies from 18 countries exhibited at The Japan International Packaging Machinery Show, Japan Pack 2009, held in Tokyo, on October 20th to October 23rd....

Sustainability/environmental | November 20, 2009

Video: Flexible pouches offer recloseable convenience

Easy opening packs permit quick product access and unique recloseability....

Flexible films, lidding and foils | November 11, 2009

Child-resistant overwrap films

• a new line of Flexi-Free® child-resistant overwrap films are available for the pharmaceutical and consumer products industries • developed mainly for OTC pharmaceuticals, film is comprised of four standard constructions with varying thickness, stiffness, and toughness for multiple degrees...

Flexible films, lidding and foils | November 10, 2009

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