Compact Blister Pack Tester Detects 7-Micron Holes

The compact SEPHA VisionScan leak detecting system from Tasi Test takes five seconds to test blister packs thoroughly for leaks without affecting the package in any way.

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New Technical Report No. 85 (TR 85): Enhanced Test Methods for Visible Particle Detection

The Parenteral Drug Association (PDA) has released its new technical report covering enhanced test methods for visible particle detection and enumeration on elastomeric closures and glass containers.

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PTI Announces Acquisition of Leak Detection Associates (LDA)

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Artificial Intelligence Platform Enhances Detection Performance of Visual Inspection Machines

Pharma companies can achieve up to 99.9% defect detection accuracy by integrating deep learning models and secure, cloud-based technology.

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CEIA: Three Metal Detection Systems for the Pharmaceutical Industry

Heat and Control strategic partner, CEIA, has released new pharmaceutical metal detection systems to further enhance inspection and quality control.

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Report: Innovative New Pharma & Medical Devices at PACK EXPO Connects

PMMI Media Group editors—covering a virtual event instead of an in-person exposition—divided and conquered to collectively take in as much of PACK EXPO Connects as possible. Here’s what they saw in the pharma category.

The VisionScan 3D and 3D technology have been developed for use within pharmaceutical packaging operations and in R&D environments.

Sepha: 3D Leak Detection Technology for Blister Packs

Provides volumetric measurement, is non-destructive and tests different text patterns with one setting.

Fewer Ampoule Rejects with Automated Inspection

Pharmaceutical manufacturer CDM Lavoisier decided to fully automate its inspection process for injectable glass ampoules, using the new AIM 3000 from Syntegon Technology.

The Vision Robot Unit, or VRU, is designed for accurate and flexible inspection of vials, syringes, cartridges, and more.

Human-Like Robotic Visual Inspection for Vials, Syringes and More

With deep learning, the Vision Robot Unit is designed to meet emerging “smart factory” needs for a fully automated, flexible inspection system that enhances control process reliability.

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AMETEK MOCON: Package Integrity Testing System

The new system is designed for healthcare and food packaging markets.

Visit Stevanato Group at PACK EXPO Connects

Presentation topics include flexible and scalable assembly platforms for drug delivery device programs and achieving high DR and low FRR with automatic vision inspection machines.

The partnership will include the provision and accelerated delivery of advanced visual inspection systems to help with potential solutions to the pandemic.

Partnership to Expedite Installation of Automated Inspection Equipment

Stevanato Group high-speed visual inspection machines will support biologic and vaccine programs at Catalent manufacturing sites in the US and Italy.

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Bunting Catalogs Available in Spanish

Bunting announces it will offer all of its new 2020 catalogs in both English and Spanish as PDF downloads from its website.

Systech Illinois: Enhanced Water Vapor Permeability Analyzer

Latest generation of the Lyssy L80 series of analyzers measures barriers and high permeability materials, for applications including surgical and hygienic membranes, wound dressing, diaper materials, and construction membranes.

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Line Scan Cameras

Omron Automation launches the compact GigE Vision line scan cameras featuring PoE and PTP technology.

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Antares Vision Acquires 100% of Convel, Further Diversifying its Inspection Machine Portfolio

Convel specializes in inspection equipment providing leak detection for pharmaceutical products packaged in glass and plastic containers.

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Euclid Medical Products: Medication Pouch Verification

Euclid Medical Products, a provider of pharmacy automation equipment, announced the debut of Vantage Vision MDM 1 and MDM 2, a line of verification machines that automatically check multi-dose medication pouches quickly and accurately.

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Stevanato Group: Robotic Human-like Inspection Unit with AI-based Machine Learning

The Vision Robot Unit is designed to provide biopharma companies with automatized, highly accurate and flexible inspection system equipped with artificial intelligence for a variety of drug products, for increased operational efficiency.

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WIPOTEC-OCS: Single-Cell Catchweigher Combining Weigh Bridge with Strain Gauge Technology

New HC-Warehouse Scale eliminates need for additional strain gauges commonly found in competitive scales. Unit also incorporates predictive maintenance for reduced downtime.

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Antares Vision Named Technological Partner of Choice for IMA Group

A five-year agreement takes Antares beyond pharmaceutical packaging, making it the exclusive supplier of all inspection and tracking technologies for IMA Group, including food and bev, cosmetics, and medical devices.

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Proposed Medical Devices Standard Will Help Validate Cleaning Methods

The goal of the proposed standard is to help medical device manufacturers, testing laboratories, and regulatory bodies identify the appropriate method(s) for evaluating whether a medical device can be adequately cleaned.

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IQ Easy Sensor Bar to Include Charge Monitoring

The unique design of the IQ Easy Sensor Bar allows for various configurations, giving the ability to position the sensors along the web path or in critical areas to receive a complete understanding of electrostatic charges unique to the application.

Mettler Toledo: Checkweigher for Vials and Small Containers

C35 VC Checkweigher is designed to provide efficient, accurate weighing of vials, small bottles and aerosols.

Mettler-Toledo Offers Virtual Trade Show

Mettler-Toledo will offer a Product Inspection Virtual Trade Show June 1-5 to present its technology launches, latest industry trends, and keynote speeches.

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Labeling Solutions Provider Luminer Expands Primary Manufacturing Facility in Lakewood, NJ

20,000-sq-ft expansion makes room for new ECL production equipment, and allows for enhancements to company’s quality control and warehousing spaces.

Live From PACK EXPO East: Integrated Inspection and Checkweigher

Precision high-speed checkweigher is for cylindrical packaging formats, while new ultra-compact X-ray scanner is only 70 mm in width

Vega’s Greg Kline demonstrates how the presence of foam can cause a color shift on the company’s 360-degree color display, making it easy to see when the status has changed.

Opening Up Measurement Capabilities in Life Sciences

Traditionally playing in oil and gas and chemical industries, Vega is making a move to a wide range of biotechnology and pharmaceutical applications with its new pressure and level sensors.

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Quality Inspections Drive Machine Vision and Deep Learning Connection

Cognex works with end users in multiple industrial verticals to apply deep learning to its vision systems for final and in-line assembly verification.

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Counting Down the Top 10 Articles of 2019 - #4: Particles in Parenterals

We’re taking a look at the most-read Healthcare Packaging stories of 2019. At #4 is an update on what’s new in 2019 for particles from a regulatory standpoint.

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Dual Profiling System with Two Lasers for Cap Inspection

The side-by-side laser beams scan the top surface of each packaged cap to ensure proper sealing.

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Checkweigher features PLC controls, automatic calibration

System features electromagnetic force weigh cells for better accuracy.

New HarleNIR chemical imaging system from SEA Vision makes its debut on a Marchesini counter.

Non-Destructive Solid Dose Monitoring Directly on the Line

HarleNIR chemical imaging system from SEA Vision, shown on a Marchesini counter, can detect tablets with a different chemical composition.

Instead of removing faulty bottles at the end of the process, the single tablet reject function eliminates damaged tablets via ejection channels

Single Tablet Reject Function on Bottle Line

The counting module of the Uhlmann Bottle Line IBC 150 allows for up to 99 percent less waste.