Transport Packaging: Page 16

This sustainable shipper from PTG is a thermal system that allows medications and therapies with different temperature requirements to travel together in the same container.

April 24, 2020

Temp Control/Cold Chain

Chromatic Technologies’ Scientists Join Fight Against COVID-19 Virus

Chromatic Technologies Inc.

American Thermal Instruments lends their expertise.

April 14, 2020

BlindSpotz™ Freeze Alert Sensor: Freeze Alert can be printed on label, syringe or aluminum cap. The technology prints clear and then turns blue if the drug freezes at any time in supply chain.

Logistics

Lifoam Industries Expands to Offer Sustainable Options with Addition of EnviroCooler EVG

Lifoam

Designed for reduction of plastic waste and should not leave behind microplastics.

April 1, 2020

The EnviroCooler EVG is an expanded polystyrene (EPS) cooler infused with a bio-based additive, designed to allow it to break down in a bioreactive landfill in four years.

Packaging/Filling

TCP Reliable Announces Corporate Name Change to Integreon Global

Corporate name change demonstrates ongoing commitment to integrating technologies, expertise and capabilities offered by Integreon Global and its family of companies.

February 22, 2020

Pharmaceuticals

Pelican BioThermal Opens Toronto Network Station

Formerly a drop point for rental customers, the Crēdo on Demand network station will service cold chain shipping rentals for the growing Canadian pharmaceutical industry.

February 19, 2020

The Toronto network station joins Pelican BioThermal’s growing system of more than 100 network stations and drop points around the world.

Pharmaceuticals

Healthcare Distribution Alliance Names Chip Davis President and Chief Executive Officer

Davis’ Career in the Healthcare Industry Includes Corporate and Trade Association Leadership

February 15, 2020

Chester “Chip” Davis, Jr. appointed to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer of HDA.

Temp Control/Cold Chain

ACG Inspection: Blockchain-based Brand Protection Platform

ACG

Three-pronged systems set combines Blockchain, geo-location identification, and biometrics tracking through IIOT powered by AI for traceability and transparency.

February 8, 2020

Combines GS1 2D Data Matrix, smart contracts, geolocation identification, and product biometrics tracking.

Temp Control/Cold Chain

Pelican BioThermal Announces Acquisition of NanoCool

Acquisition brings together two innovators to offer improved global cold chain packaging systems.

February 7, 2020

The addition of NanoCool customers, market segments, and product technologies will enable Pelican BioThermal to expand its access to patients, laboratories, and others.

Pharmaceuticals

Unified Systems Improve Customer Experience, Speed of Innovation, and Patient Outcomes

Integration of partners offers enhanced global capabilities for product journeys end-to-end, such as a cryogenic supply chain.

January 29, 2020

To expand on the companies’ abilities in the clinical trial and commercial 3PL space, World Courier and ICS will create a single partner for manufacturers

Temp Control/Cold Chain

Q&A: The New OQ Standard for Reusable Pharma Shippers

Increased demand for reusable passive thermal packaging systems has led to a need for industry standardization. Learn how pharma companies and suppliers are coming together to streamline adoption—and how you can benefit.

January 21, 2020

ISTA Pharma Committee set to release its OQ best practice guideline.

Traceability/Serialization

Pelican BioThermal: Updated Asset Management Software

Version designed to advance smart management of temperature-controlled shipments and set the foundation for future IoT integration.

January 16, 2020

This software release is a direct response to customer feedback on ways to improve Crēdo ProEnvision.

Supply Chain

Facing Global Climate Crisis, 5 Logistics Questions to Ask

Companies shipping products, whether temperature-controlled or not, must start evaluating alternative energy sources sooner rather than later. Could this offer a competitive advantage?

January 13, 2020

Willingness to diversify fuel use can become a competitive advantage for a business.

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Through the Line: Packaging and Processing

Through the Line: Patient Centric Autoinjector Pen

Why is there an increased prominence of the auto injector pen? Serkan Oray from UCB provides insight to the prevalence of the medical device and discusses the patient centric design of UCB's BIMZELX 160MG 2.

Are Take-back Programs The Future of Pharma Packaging or a Miss?

To address the new and evolving regulations within the industry, and streamline packaging development, RegASK recently partnered with Esko, a global leader in integrated software and hardware solutions for packaging and labeling.

How AI Will Help Brands Transform Packaging Compliance and Speed to Market

Through the Line: Advanced Recycling in Medical Packaging

Alkhawam, who now runs his own consulting service, has dedicated recent years to focusing on the DSCSA regulation, which is set to take full effect soon.

The Requirements of Pharmaceutical Packaging Compliance: System Integration, Investment, and Collaboration

Break out of the ordinary: see what’s new in life sciences packaging

<strong>At PACK EXPO Las Vegas, you’ll see machinery in action and new tech from 2,300 suppliers, collaborate with experts and explore transformative solutions. Join us in September to experience a breakthrough for life sciences products.</strong>

Medical Device Innovations Report

Cutting-edge packaging technologies are transforming the medical device sector in PMMI’s “Innovation in Medical Device” report, featuring advanced materials, smart solutions, and evolving regulations. Editors share insights from nearly 300 PACK EXPO booth visits—each product deemed new and truly innovative—alongside video demonstrations of the equipment and materials on display.

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