New Tool: ProSource
Checkout our packaging and processing solutions finder, ProSource.

Live from HCP EXPO: How Medical Marijuana Can Benefit from Flexible Packaging

The marijuana industry may still be facing hurdles, but processors can take many cues from conventional food and medical packaging. An expert weighs in on trends, child safety and regulatory issues.

Keren Sookne
Sep 29, 2017
Companies in this article
Presto Products Company
Related Stories
Combined packaging machinery offerings at PACK EXPO Las Vegas represent the first joint exhibit since Pregis acquired Sharp. Seen here is the AirSpeed HC Versa hybrid cushioning machine.
Flexible Packaging
Pregis/Sharp: Protective Packaging/Bagging Equipment
BioPouch, powered by a NANO-VpCI, protects metal parts in a non-ventilating space.
Flexible Packaging
Cortec Corp.: Vapor Phase Corrosion Inhibitor
Manual bag/box press features flexographic ink system and prints text, barcodes, logos, etc., in one color.
Flexible Packaging
Dalemark: Model 900-MBP Press
Developed to allow entry-level line workers to manage the tamper-evident banding process, the machine permits full interior access for easy setup and fast changeover.
Flexible Packaging
Deitz Co.: Tamper-Evident Neck Bander
Top Stories
After the CDC reported a 530% rise in melatonin overdoses among children from 2012 to 2021, an industry association is calling on manufacturers to follow a new set of packaging and labeling guidelines.
Quick Hits
Melatonin Overdoses Among Children Prompt Calls for Packaging Changes
As cases of melatonin overdoses among children rise, an industry association is calling for melatonin producers to follow a new set of packaging and labeling guidelines.
Dr. Pfleger's ipalat throat pastilles in Etimex's recyclable PURELAY monoblister.
Recyclability
6 Healthcare Package Recycling Updates
OEMs can use remote services to solve many issues without the need to travel to end-users' plants, but some problems still require in-person assistance.
Robotics/Automation
Practical Applications for the Future of Remote Services
The fully automated Versynta microBatch production cell with gloveless isolator and integrated air treatment is designed for highly potent drugs for small patient groups.
Aseptic/Sterile
Kindeva Installs new microBatch for Aseptic Fill/Finish
Pack Expo
PMMI News
Registration Is Open for PACK EXPO International 2024
Discover Our Content Hub
Access Healthcare Packaging's free educational content library!
Read More
Discover Our Content Hub
How to Honor a Leader
Induction into the Packaging & Processing Hall of Fame is the highest honor in our industry. Submit your leader to be considered for the Class of 2024 now through June 10th. New members will be inducted at PACK EXPO International in Chicago.
Read More
How to Honor a Leader
Products
Saga Card Ccl
Compact IoT Device for Real-time Visibility
The Saga Card is designed to enable enterprise pharmaceutical and logistics service providers to ensure next-gen medicines reach patients safely while reducing waste.
Fully Flexible Servo Platform Filling Machine
Temperature Tracker for Insulin and GLP-1 Medications
More Products
In Print
Healthcare Packaging Spring 2024 Healthcare Packaging
Spring 2024 Healthcare Packaging
Healthcare Packaging Winter Healthcare Packaging 2023
Winter Healthcare Packaging 2023
Healthcare Packaging Fall 2023 Healthcare Packaging
Fall 2023 Healthcare Packaging
Healthcare Packaging Spring 2023 Healthcare Packaging
Spring 2023 Healthcare Packaging
SubscribeArchives
Downloads
View more »
352 Hcp Cobot
Home
Cobot Palletizers
347 Hcp Sustainable Healthcare&medical Device Packaging Suppliers
Sustainability
Sustainable Healthcare & Medical Device Packaging Suppliers
Hcp Top Articles 2023 Image
Home
Healthcare Packaging's Most Popular Articles of 2023
345 Hcp 2023 Preparing For Your Next Fda Inspection
Home
Preparing For Your Next FDA Inspection
View more »