HomeAlan ShuhaibarPresident, B.Eng., MBAHomeEXPO PACK México Canceled Amid COVID-19 ConcernsHomeOEM COVID-19 #6: Overcoming Hesitations Around Remote AccessUnPACKED with PMMI podcast shines a light on the safe use of remote monitoringHomeQuick Hits: New Device Disinfects N95 MasksA new device that rapidly disinfects medical masks aims to alleviate current mask shortages.COVID-19COVID-19 Provides Use Cases for Mobile RoboticsRobots can tackle the three Ds they are known for to help combat the spread of the novel coronavirus. Mobile robots are suited to disinfecting facilities, providing surveillance, and delivering goods.HomeQuick Hits: 50-in-1 Blood Test Detects Cancer EarlyResearchers at Harvard Medical School have developed a new blood test that detects cancerous tumor DNA.HomeQuick Hits: Hate Running? New Exoskeleton Aims to HelpEngineers have created a motor-powered system that straps to legs to make running easier.HomeCannabis and the CoronavirusMedical and recreational cannabis growers and retailers deemed essential services to help Americans cope with “stay-at-home” orders.HomeCall for Applications: 2020 Excellence in Reusable Packaging AwardThe Reusable Packaging Association (RPA) announced the opening of the application period for the 9th annual Excellence in Reusable Packaging Award.HomeQuick Hits: New Device Sterilizes Inhaled AirProtectivAir uses UVc light to clean air and protect users against airborne pathogens including COVID-19.HomeCOVID-19 Survey: Early Results Reflect CPGs' Current Resolve, Future UncertaintyResponses indicate that companies producing packaged goods tend to be “So far, so good, all things considered” as one phrased it, and supply chains remain intact. But when asked to forecast into the future, there's far less consensus.HomeCBD: Cooperation to Outdo CompetitionAt the CPA 2020 Annual Meeting, Bruce Bernstein, President of UBIX Processing, talks about the opportunities for CPGs and contract packagers in the growing CBD market.HomeAn Appeal to Support Our Essential Services and Critical Infrastructure WorkersThe COVID-19 pandemic is proving to be a tremendous global challenge that we must work together to defeat. Now, our essential and critical workers are being relied upon to provide the services we expect every day and we must do everything to support them.HomeQuick Hits: Lung Removed, Cleaned, & Returned to BodyA new surgical procedure in Israel could revolutionize the way cancers are treated.Package designUltrasound Gel Pouch Gets Ergonomic Design, Reduces WasteDesigned to be easy to hold and evacuate more product, this multilayer spouted pouch replaces the traditional bottle while requiring less energy to manufacture and transport.COVID-19Telehealth, Home Devices Help Increase Bed Capacity in HospitalsAs the COVID-19 virus continues to spread, there is a growing need for remote monitoring of other types of patients. See how senior living centers are implementing this Virtual Exam Room.HomeOEM COVID-19 #5: BellatRx & Mpac LangenUnPACKED with PMMI podcast with Canadian OEMs highlights communication early and often.HomeQuick Hits: India Weans Itself off Chinese APIsIndia is investing $1.3B to decrease its dependence on Chinese APIs amid supply concerns related to the coronavirus outbreak.HomeSecond Life: Sterile Wrap Fashioned into MasksAn anesthesiology professor has developed masks from surgical tray wrap that cannot be penetrated by water or bacteria and block 99.9% of particles. Prototypes are underway.HomeWhy Women are Under-Represented in the C-SuiteIf companies with more women in leadership roles have greater innovation, increased productivity, higher employee satisfaction, and higher employee retention, why are there so few in the C suite?HomeQuick Hits: Tesla Starts Making Medical DevicesTesla CEO Elon Musk said the company will manufacture ventilators in case of a shortage.
