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PACK EXPO 2012: Fail safe system insures physical aggregation before data is created. 360 degree inspection station must pass three steps: Is code readable? Does it belong in our database? Have I successfully created an accurate correlation between temporary bottom or top code and serialized label

Nov 29th, 2012
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How-To Guide on Mastering PACK EXPO Connects
Every preparation tool attendees need to ensure a successful event
Oct 23rd, 2020
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Saleable Returns Verification Delayed to 2023
Additional three-year delay: FDA guidance says distributors will not be required to verify the product identifier of returned drugs before resale until Nov. 27, 2023.
Oct 23rd, 2020
eBottles420 created a basket that fits into the underside of the jar’s cap, which hangs down slightly into the jar’s headspace.
Packaging Technology Keeps Vireo Health’s Cannabis Flower Flavorful and Potent Longer
The packaging system preserves naturally occurring compounds within the flower, creating a robust, consistent product for consumers.
Oct 21st, 2020
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Major Trends in Modern Health Today
Healthier eating lifestyles and habits were already on the rise before the pandemic, but now there is an updated perspective on modern health.
Oct 19th, 2020
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Agitator Pouch Shakes Up Precision Nutrition
Powdered supplement product tailored to individual consumers’ needs comes in a lightweight, portable pouch with a plastic agitator that ‘blends’ the beverage once water is added.
Oct 19th, 2020
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Johnson & Johnson Pauses COVID-19 Vaccine Trial
The temporary pause is due to an “unexplained illness” in one participant.
Oct 19th, 2020
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The Countdown to 2020’s Most Comprehensive Virtual Packaging Event is On
See more technology in less time at PACK EXPO Connects
Oct 16th, 2020
VTM tubes filled with liquid medium are used to store and transport nasal swabs for viruses including SARS-CoV-2.
COVID-19 Test Medium Production Ramped Up By 20,000% in Six Months
Viral Transport Media tubes filled with liquid media are used to store and transport nasal swabs for viruses including COVID-19. Sixteen integrated lines were designed, built and installed in 20 weeks to meet demand.
Oct 15th, 2020
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Associations Lining Up to Support PACK EXPO Connects
Industry Champions PACK EXPO Connects through Partner Program and Showcase of Packaging Innovations
Oct 14th, 2020
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Trends in Life Science Packaging: Tuesday, Oct. 13
Join Healthcare Packaging's Keren Sookne on Tuesday morning as she discusses the speed of development from R&D to commercialization, sustainability, patient connections strategy, and more at ESKO’s Packaging Content Show.
Oct 12th, 2020
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Perspective: Pharma Supply Chain—Not Ready for a Vaccine Just Yet
While the desire to move at warp speed may be strong, manufacturers and regulators stay the course for safety.
Oct 8th, 2020
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Q&A: Non-Profit Launches Sustainable Procurement Guide in Healthcare
11 Questions on how a non-profit organization is guiding healthcare purchasing decisions and what manufacturers need to know.
Oct 6th, 2020
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Innovating the Plant-Based Food Category with Functional Superfoods
Lavva is growing its brand with Paleo and Keto-certified plant-based yogurts and milk products.
Oct 6th, 2020
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How To Broaden Use of Remote Access
If CPGs are ever going to capitalize fully on the potential benefits offered by remote access technology, they need to start small and grow success rather than looking to quickly implement an entire complex plan all at once.
Oct 5th, 2020
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Cannabis Policy Vote May Happen by End of 2020
The MORE Act would be historic in that it would remove cannabis from the Controlled Substances Act, opening a path for regulations to follow.
Oct 1st, 2020
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Packaging & Processing Hall of Fame Welcomes Four Members
PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies announces the Class of 2020 Inductees.
Oct 1st, 2020
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Trends in Adoption of Remote Access
In a just-released report from PMMI Business Intelligence, 29% of CPG respondents said they do not allow any remote access in their facilities.
Sep 25th, 2020
4-part shipper keeps fragile microtissues in plates upright.
Cells Remain Upright in Floating Spherical Shipper
Fragile 3D microtissues for drug development and testing must remain upright in transit. This sphere-on-water system takes cues from boats while keeping products in temperature range.
Sep 24th, 2020
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Manufacturing and New Automation Technologies - What is Around the Bend?
Predictive analytics, digital twinning, and augmented and virtual reality technologies are all finding uses in manufacturing operations – from line installation and maintenance to process training.
Sep 24th, 2020
Horizon’s Tillson says the versatile Criterion CL-240 cartoner was enhanced with safety features, which allow its blind employees to successfully operate the machinery.
Custom Cartoner Helps Employ the Blind
As a non-profit with a mission to create jobs, automation can be a tricky proposition. But with a custom machine optimized to be easily used by legally blind operators, Horizon Industries struck a positive balance between labor and automation.
Sep 21st, 2020
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When Will AI be Common in Manufacturing?
Companies want to rely less on skilled labor and more on AI and machine intelligence, but currently only 1% of all manufacturers are utilizing this technology in their operations.
Sep 18th, 2020
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Industry Snapshot: Organic and Natural Products
The natural and organic industry is expected to grow 9.5% in 2020, to $252 billion. Supplements and plant-based proteins are two fast-growing categories.
Sep 18th, 2020
The combination of Flexi-Cap and Booklet-Label blinds the vial and offers ample space for product information in several languages.
CSL Behring Uses Specialty Label System to Blind Vials for Clinical Trials
There are visible differences between the candidate and the placebo in this international Phase III trial. The blinding system combines a cap system that completely covers the vial with a booklet label for multilingual product information.
Sep 17th, 2020
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Robotics Solutions Future Looks Bright
The demand for cobots will continue to grow, and robotics will expand outside of end-of-line applications, according to a new report by PMMI Business Intelligence.
Sep 16th, 2020
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Live from PDA/FDA: FDA Considers Incentivizing Quality Management Maturity (QMM)
The Agency is soliciting feedback from manufacturers on assessing and rewarding QMM through Oct. 2020. Reduced audit frequency may one day be an incentive for high performers.
Sep 15th, 2020
New web-based PMMI Media Group event will bring the packaging and processing industry together, virtually.
Register Now for First of Its Kind PACK EXPO Connects
The new web-based PMMI Media Group event will bring the packaging and processing industry together, virtually Nov. 9-13.
Sep 15th, 2020
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Pharma Packaging Innovations
New webinar covers several unique packaging innovations to overcome challenges such as child resistance/senior friendly, on-the-go convenience, anti-counterfeiting and improved packaging functionality.
Sep 15th, 2020
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IIoT Blind Spots: Where are They and Do You Have Them?
A crucial component of automation advancement, yet one that is lacking at most manufacturers, is the deployment of IIoT connectivity across an entire enterprise, including key areas such as receiving, warehousing, and shipping.
Sep 11th, 2020
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Poseidon: Call to Participate in Pre-Commercial Ocean Freight Trials
COVID-19 immunization will need a staggering collaborative effort in intercontinental transportation. Pharmaceutical manufacturers are invited to register their interest in participating in the final Poseidon trials.
Sep 11th, 2020
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Moving Automation Up the Line
According to a new report by PMMI Business Intelligence, OEMs and suppliers should assist manufacturers to identify new automation projects that lie outside the traditional end-of-line packaging and palletizing.
Sep 9th, 2020
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Variable Barcodes to Boost COVID-19 Test Kit Experience
Scannable point of care tests were designed to increase test accuracy, collect data, and take the guesswork out of reading results.
Sep 3rd, 2020
Contemporary new graphics that focus on the unique taste of milk-based nutrition brand Nurishment along with a new bottle format are designed to appeal to larger consumer base.
U.K. Corner-Shop Favorite Rejuvenated
Contemporary new graphics that focus on the unique taste of milk-based nutrition brand Nurishment along with a new bottle format are designed to appeal to larger consumer base.
Sep 2nd, 2020