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Materials
GS1 Standards Address Global Supply Chain Visibility, Efficiency
In an exclusive interview, Greg Bylo, Vice President of Healthcare, GS1 US, talks global supply chain standards, regulatory compliance and leveraging inventory technology.
April 7, 2016
Greg Bylo, Vice President of Healthcare, GS1 US.
Pharmaceuticals
Could Plant-Based DNA Tags be a Game-Changer?
Technology could help detect counterfeit meds at the ingredient level, and be used in packaging inks, but regulatory and cost issues could slow industry adoption.
March 22, 2016
This photo represents SigNature®, a botanical-based ink/marker introduced recently by Applied DNA Sciences, Inc.
Pharmaceuticals
Packaging's Role in ‘The Fate of Pharma’
Costs, market consolidation, regulatory scrutiny and other factors put the pharmaceutical industry under pressure, but what does this mean to the function of packaging within the pharmaceutical sector?
March 8, 2016
In this photo for illustrative purposes only, a pharmaceutical machine handles glass bottles.
Materials
Amgen Employs Cyclic Olefin Polymer for Vials
West’s vial and closure container system help genetically modified herpes simplex virus type 1 therapy withstand cold storage, reduce breakage risks and provide barrier against extractables without compromising seal integrity.
March 4, 2016
Shown here are West's Daikyo Crystal Zenith® vials.
Pharmaceuticals
Preparing Food and Pharma for the Challenges Ahead
The ISA’s FPID symposium aims to help manufacturers understand the urgent issues that must be addressed within the next few years.
March 3, 2016
The ISA’s FPID symposium aims to help manufacturers understand the urgent issues that must be addressed within the next few years.
Pharmaceuticals
FDA and Pharma to Collaborate on Manufacturing Tech Program
The latest draft guidance invites drug makers to work with the agency’s new Emerging Technology Team to implement modern technologies that will improve processes and increase Quality by Design.
February 29, 2016
The latest draft guidance invites drug makers to work with the agency’s new Emerging Technology Team to implement modern technologies that will improve processes and increase Quality by Design.
Robotics/Automation
The New Pharma Factory
Under FDA and industry pressure, drug manufacturers are abandoning their old batch ways for a continuous approach to manufacturing. But it’s a slow transition.
February 24, 2016
Pfizer’s PCCM manufacturing prototype includes GEA’s ConsiGma continuous high-shear granulation and drying system, which is currently installed at Pfizer Labs in Groton, Conn.
Materials
Preventing Legitimate Products From Entering Illegitimate Channels
Strong relationships with its suppliers, customers helps converter Nosco protect brands.
February 23, 2016
Seen here are serialized Nosco labels on bottles.
Materials
Trends in Labels and Adhesives
Changes create new challenges for label, adhesive companies.
February 22, 2016
Seen here are examples of Avery Dennison labels adhering to pharmaceutical syringes.
Materials
Pharmapack Tips, Tools and Trends
Pharmapack Europe’s 2016 Conference and Learning Labs in Europe were full of valuable information from around the globe. Here are a few key points from the speakers.
February 19, 2016
Pharmapack’s 2016 Conference and Learning Labs in Europe were full of valuable information from around the globe. Here are a few key points from the speakers.
Materials
Embedded Technologies to Boost Anti-Counterfeiting Packaging Market
MarketsandMarkets forecasts the anti-counterfeit packaging market value will be worth US$153.95 billion by 2020.
February 5, 2016
MarketsandMarkets forecasts the anti-counterfeit packaging market value will be worth US$153.95 billion by 2020.
Pharmaceuticals
The Fate of Pharma
The pharmaceutical industry is under pressure to lower drug prices, improve product quality and accelerate time to market. Here’s how Big Data and the Internet of Things will play an important role in the future.
February 3, 2016
The pharmaceutical industry is under pressure to lower drug prices, improve product quality and accelerate time to market. Here’s how Big Data and the Internet of Things will play an important role in the future.
Materials
PCI Reveals Serialization Strategy
Contract packager PCI discusses its serialization systems hierarchy and how it yields benefits both internally and for its pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical companies around the globe.
January 15, 2016
PCI’s Justin Schroeder (right), Executive Director, Marketing, Business Development & Design, and from Ray Hook, Senior Manager, Global Serialization Services.
Materials
PCI Sees ‘Tremendous Activity’ in Pharmaceutical Serialization
Contract packager PCI's serialization investment expected to deliver strong ROI and help its global pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical customers.
January 14, 2016
PCI’s Ray Hook holds this example of how laser ablation is applied to solid colors (blue in this instance) on a carton.
Materials
Aseptic Filler Ensures Sterility of High-Value Blood Products
Human protein producer installs several packaging lines comprising an isolator, aseptic filler, and freeze dryer that allow for flexibility, sterility, and near-zero waste at 3,600 vials/hr.
December 29, 2015
The new vial-filling system includes a barrier isolator, an aseptic filler, and several freeze dryers.
Materials
Medical Devices Enter the Information Age
Despite increasing competitive and regulatory pressures, medical device manufacturers have an opportunity to seize a significantly growing market. Streamlining operations through automation will be key.
December 15, 2015
Operators use the HMI’s visual displays in Progea’s Movicon SCADA system to interact with processes, accessing real-time or historical data on each phase in the operation.
Materials
Fisher Dishes on Global Clinical Trials Markets
Technology is advancing so fast that unless you have full-time people keeping track of it, a company's capabilities can become quickly obsolete and they will fall behind their competitors.
December 10, 2015
Refrigerated foam bricks are ideal for clinical trial material packaged in tightly fitting configurations.
Materials
Examining Global IVD Market Factors
Market research indicates optimism for the future for global IVD markets, yet industry consolidation, reimbursement, and excise taxes could slow growth.
December 4, 2015
This photo shows an example of an advanced IVD test.
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