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Data Custodianship of Connected Devices, Environmental Impact, and Adherence Technologies Highlighted at Pharmapack Europe 2020

Global biologics markets, delivery device innovation, and smart packaging ‘unpacking’ new growth opportunities for pharma.

February 26, 2020

The conference focused on four themed content sessions, while the learning labs and several educational and interactive workshops explored major industry changes that lie ahead.

Pharmaceuticals

CPhI Japan to be Postponed on Request of Event Attendees

Rescheduling will ensure all stakeholders can take part in a successful exhibition and conference.

February 26, 2020

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groninger Extends its Western Territory Presence

groninger welcomes Greg Struger as Business Development and Sales Manager for the Western United States and Canada. Greg will help customers identify best-fit fill/finish solutions for Pharmaceutical, Consumer Healthcare and Cosmetics applications.

February 26, 2020

groninger welcomes Greg Struger as Business Development and Sales Manager for the Western United States and Canada.

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

“The rebranding effort showcases our commitment to delivering tailored end-to-end systems that meet each customer’s unique set of challenges.”

Chevron Seals

Harpak-ULMA Packaging, LLC.

Harpak-ULMA introduces chevron seals with peelable side seals for flow-wrapping applications, specifically medical device packaging.

February 21, 2020

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Amcor Joins the Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council, Continuing Progress Towards its 2025 Pledge

Amcor’s partnership with the Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council (HPRC) will help foster more sustainable practices and innovation across the healthcare industry.

February 21, 2020

Amcor will support the coalition with its experience in packaging design for medical devices and applications in hospitals and other treatment settings.

Packaging/Filling

Azco: Desiccant Pouch Dispenser

Designed for controlled environments, the system dispenses desiccant into bottles at a line speed of 80-90 bottles/min.

February 19, 2020

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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.

International Forum On Sustainable Packaging

Marchesini Group

Packaging Speaks Green, a conference on packaging sustainability, takes place Feb. 20-21 in Bologna, Italy.

February 14, 2020

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Hoffmann Neopac Strengthens Market Position

The company acquires hinged lid can production lines from Trivium Packaging.

February 14, 2020

Acquiring the production line should strengthen the company's market position for specialty cans.

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.

WIPOTEC-OCS to Showcase Precision Checkweigher for Cans, Bottles & Vials at Pack Expo East

Company also will display ultra-compact X-ray scanner for food applications, and pharma-grade serialization unit for high-value product tracking.

February 6, 2020

The company’s lineup will include a precision high-speed checkweigher for cylindrical packaging formats, a new ultra-compact X-Ray Scanner measuring just 70cm in width, and a serialization unit offering pharma-level traceability for high-value products.

Weiler Labeling Systems Presents the Autonomy IV Digital Label Printer at Interpack

High-speed, on-demand printer maximizes production versatility and label qualityW

February 5, 2020

Weiler Labeling Systems Presents the Autonomy IV Digital Label Printer at Interpack

Labeling/Printing

NJM: Enhanced Vial/Syringe Labeler

NJM Packaging, a ProMach product brand

Dual-purpose capability for vials and syringes on the same machine is combined with a new vertical label spool dispenser, designed to maximize production versatility in a compact footprint.

February 5, 2020

Courser 230 can be built to handle both vials and syringes or can be dedicated to one, reducing the cost of investment and floorspace for those needing dual-purpose capability.

All-Paper Blister Package

The Alloyd Division of Sonoco introduces EnviroSense PaperBlister, an all-paper retail blister package designed as an alternative to traditional thermoformed plastic blister packages.

February 5, 2020

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Packaging/Filling

ESS: Case Packer Line Includes Bottom Load and Side Load Configurations

ESS Technologies, Inc.

These configurations increase the scope of products and pack patterns that the CEL5 series can handle.

January 31, 2020

Model CEL5-SL uses a Fanuc M-10iD robot to pick a case from the magazine, square the sides, and run the bottom of the case along a taping system.

ACG Appoints Alexander Robertson as New Chief Marketing Officer

With more than two decades of experience in marketing, branding communication, design, and advertising, Robertson will continue to drive ACG’s marketing initiatives and growth.

January 31, 2020

The company welcomes Alex Robertson as its New Chief Marketing Officer.

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