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Paper Tube Differentiates a Unique Brand of Cannabis
Live-rosin cannabis maker äkta, one of only two in the space that is single-source, selects a paper tube package for its vape cartridges and concentrates for its sustainability and approachable design.
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Safety in Aseptic Filling
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Report: Innovative New Robotics at PACK EXPO Las Vegas
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Solving Packaging Format Challenges: Communication is Key
Regulatory
FDA Releases Medical Devices Draft Guidance for Review
COVID-19
Korea-Based Biotech Co. Outfits Nine COVID-19 Test Kit Lines with New Labelers
Bioneer is meeting test kit needs with applicators that apply 300mm-long top labels for product identification and tamper evidence.
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Top 10 Healthcare Packaging Stories of 2021
Traceability content led the countdown taking four spots on our list, while sustainability and automation stories also garnered attention. Check out our top 10 and honorable mentions.
Regulatory
Pitfalls to Avoid in FDA Aseptic Manufacturing Inspections
From personnel to facility design to process, FDA policy advisor provides an outline of what facilities can improve on.
Traceability/Serialization
Counting Down the Top 10 Articles of 2021 - #1: Serialization 101
Join us as we look back at the most-read Healthcare Packaging stories of 2021. At #1, we’re going back to basics with an introductory look at serialization, required by pharma and medical device regulations to defend against counterfeiting.
Machinery & Materials
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Formulated Solutions Installs High-speed Metered-dose Nasal Production Suite
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Omron Healthcare Remote Patient Monitoring Services Win ‘Best of’ Honors
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Wipotec-OCS Comprehensive Inspection Unit Saves Cost and Space
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Innotech, Osara Building Demonstration AI Picking Robot System
Markets
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TrakCel, Körber Providing Orchestration Within Manufacture of Therapies
Medical device/Packaging
Kilmer Innovations in Packaging Tackles 'Wicked Problems' in Med Device Sterility
Supplier News
United Imaging Building World-leading Intelligent R&D and Manufacturing Complex
Regulatory
FDA Releases Medical Devices Draft Guidance for Review
Logistics & Cold Chain
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2022 Distribution Management Conference (DMC) and Expo in Austin
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Flexible Zinc-Based Battery Packs More Power Into Less Physical Space
Take Five
Top 10 Healthcare Packaging Stories of 2021
Traceability/Serialization
Counting Down the Top 10 Articles of 2021 - #1: Serialization 101
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Each Generation’s Very Different Approach to Sustainability
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TrakCel, Körber Providing Orchestration Within Manufacture of Therapies
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Paper Tube Differentiates a Unique Brand of Cannabis
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Exhibitor Sales Pushing PACK EXPO East 2022 to Near Record Size
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This Helmet Images Your Brain
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Mark Cuban Launched his Generic Online Pharmacy
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CBD May Prevent COVID-19 From Replicating
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UConn Scientists are Regrowing Cartilage to Combat Arthritis
Products
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Wipotec-OCS Comprehensive Inspection Unit Saves Cost and Space
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Robot for Heavy Products
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Mettler-Toledo Extends Track & Trace Capabilities
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Sony System for Use in Production of Advanced Cell Therapy Products
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Sanner Group Appoints Adrian Possumato as President of Sanner of America
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TrakCel, Körber Providing Orchestration Within Manufacture of Therapies
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Formulated Solutions Installs High-speed Metered-dose Nasal Production Suite
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Omron Healthcare Remote Patient Monitoring Services Win ‘Best of’ Honors
Aseptic/Isolators/RABS
Counting Down the Top 10 Articles of 2021 - #2: Blow-Fill-Seal Applications Expand
Join us as we look back at the most-read Healthcare Packaging stories of 2021. At #2: Recent tech developments have bolstered the use of BFS in aseptic processing, including temperature control and needle addition for pre-filled syringes.
Traceability/Serialization
Counting Down the Top 10 Articles of 2021 - #3: Benefits of RFID on Vial Labels
Join us as we look back at the most-read Healthcare Packaging stories of 2021. At #3, we cover ways that RFID benefits health systems, from the perspective of the manager of pharmacy operations at Allegheny Health Network.
Automation/Robotics
Counting Down the Top 10 Articles of 2021 - #4: Data and AI Accelerate Digital Transformation
Join us as we look back at the most-read Healthcare Packaging stories of 2021. At #4, we cover the growing need for pharma manufacturing facilities to become digitalized to improve productivity and make the most of the ‘digitally native’ workforce.
Traceability/Serialization
Counting Down the Top 10 Articles of 2021 - #5: Fresenius Kabi Implements RFID
Join us as we look back at the most-read Healthcare Packaging stories of 2021. At #5, we cover Fresenius Kabi’s journey to go above and beyond DSCSA requirements, with the support and standards of GS1 US.
Sustainability
Counting Down the Top 10 Articles of 2021 - #6: GSK on Advil Bottles’ 20% Reduction
Join us as we look back at the most-read Healthcare Packaging stories of 2021. At #6, we cover a new material that GSK’s Sarah McDonald says “was about seven years of work behind the scenes together with our partners…”
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How Do Recycled Materials Fit with Healthcare Packaging?
Despite more stringent packaging waste regulations coming out of Europe, life sciences brand owners maintain some leeway. Experts offer examples of where recycled content has potential.
Automation/Robotics
Counting Down the Top 10 Articles of 2021 - #7: Automation Shifting Med Device Market
Join us as we look back at the most-read Healthcare Packaging stories of 2021. At #7, we cover how new technologies are boosting efficiency in manufacturing.
Automation/Robotics
Counting Down the Top 10 Articles of 2021 - #8: Trends Influencing Investments
Join us as we look back at the most-read Healthcare Packaging stories of 2021. At #8, we cover six trends influencing new pharma and med device investments.
Traceability/Serialization
Counting Down the Top 10 Articles of 2021 - #9: Exchanging Pharma Master Data in 2021
Join us as we look back at the most-read Healthcare Packaging stories of 2021. At #9, we cover the exchange master data to meet DSCSA requirements with EPCIS (Electronic Product Code Information Services) files.
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Automation and Education Two Keys to Solving Workforce Issues
Automation can eliminate monotonous tasks for employees, while better education and training is needed to engage current workers.
Cold chain/temperature control
Counting Down the Top 10 Articles of 2021 - #10: The Growing Biopharma Cold Chain Market
Join us as we look back at the most-read Healthcare Packaging stories of 2021. At #10 is this article on logistics partners using lessons learned from the pandemic to meet demand.
Pharmaceutical
Hyland’s Rebrands Children’s Medicine Ahead of Cold Season
The new illustration style portrays kid-friendliness and the natural strength of the homeopathic medicines.
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Key Challenges to Using Automation in Packaging and Processing Operations
There are four main automation-related issues mentioned in a discussion between CPGs and OEMs, in relation to manufacturing operations.
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PACK EXPO East Brings Latest Packaging & Processing Solutions to the East Coast
After PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2021 led the way in bringing the industry together, PACK EXPO East returns to Philadelphia (Mar. 21 to 23) looking to build off of its largest show ever in 2020.
Medical device/Packaging
The[PACK]out Event Tackles Medical Device Packaging Innovation
The inaugural conference will gather healthcare packaging professions from May 10 to 12, 2022, in Austin, TX.
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Applying Modern Technology to Pharmaceutical Production Facilities
Robotics, biometrics, and isolator technology are proving cleaner, faster, and safer than traditional manual methods.
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Top Three Operational Priorities of Execs in Packaging and Processing
Issues that were prominent prior to 2020 became even more elevated during the pandemic.
Business Intelligence
Workforce News Roundup: 2021
While science, technology, and regulations are often the focus, people are critical to a successful packaging operation. Check out articles, podcasts, and videos from Healthcare Packaging and sister publications Packaging World and OEM.
Packaging/Filling
Bone Cement Set Features Automated Assembly and Packaging Line
Heraeus Medical’s new bone cement system supplied by Optima Automation offers higher process reliability with automated component feeding that minimizes operator intervention.
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PACK EXPO Las Vegas: Cannabis Expert Chris Walsh Shares Insights
The cannabis industry is large and growing. Who are the players? What’s the potential for federal legalization? And, what’s the global outlook? Learn more from MJBiz’s Chris Walsh in this exclusive interview on Take Five with Packaging World.
Traceability/Serialization
FDA Discusses Nov. 2023 DSCSA Future State
At the HDA Traceability Online Seminar (Nov. 1-3, 2021), FDA’s Connie Jung, RPh, talked about how DSCSA continues to transform the pharmaceutical supply chain to preserve drug safety and security.
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Retailers, Brands Ride the Wave of Ocean-Bound Plastic
Ocean-bound plastic is gaining small but significant traction within the packaging sector, particularly from those in the rPET market.
