Packaging and Distribution

New materials, packaging types, and quality control systems enhance product quality.

Longer packouts are becoming the rule, as logistics service providers and sponsors gain experience planning logistics for clinical trials involving novel therapies.

As the date for implementation of the Drug Supply Chain Security Act approaches, bio/pharma companies and contractors should focus on key areas.

SGS invested in test equipment for analyzing extractables and leachables at its New Jersey laboratory.

Vetter expanded visual inspection facilities and controlled-temperature storage at its Ravensburg Vetter West facility in Germany.

New pharmaceutical blister packaging equipment offers flexibility and integration.

With this new line, Bischof + Klein will double its extrusion capacities for its CleanFlex clean room films.

Pylote SA discusses its Pyclear Protection packaging innovation.

Moisture uptake during the end-to-end manufacturing process and supply chain can affect product quality. Simulation tools based on mechanistic models help define storage and handling requirements for oral solid-dosage drugs.

Advances in materials and equipment for pharmaceutical blister packaging protect quality and enhance shelf life.

Pharmaceutical manufacturers will display a variety of unique packaging solutions during Pharmapack Europe 2017.

Primary packaging and container design reflects a move to patient-friendly formulations and delivery systems.

The co-located Pharma EXPO and PACK EXPO International presented technologies to protect products and people.

This article looks at five of the most common hurdles in packaging and labelling artwork and how to avoid them.

PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, released a report on trends opportunities in packaging of pharmaceuticals and medical devices that predicts increased spending on capital equipment for processing and packaging.

Interactive Coding Equipment has produced a detailed guide to help pharmaceutical manufacturers make informed choices in the selection of suitable coding equipment for their applications.

The new patented desiccant stoppers improve the opening of tablet tubes used to contain lozenges, effervescent, and chewable tablets.

Prefilled syringes for commercial supply of the etanercept biosimilar will be produced at Catalent’s Brussels facility in Belgium.

Primary packaging and manufacturing technologies minimize product/package interaction, protect quality, support safe travel through the supply chain, and enhance performance at point of use.

The authors describe some cases of container closure design flaws and actions taken by FDA to mitigate safety risks and increase patient acceptability.

Pyclear Protection replaces the use of antimicrobial preservatives in multi-dose products without any change to the primary packaging and has no impact on the manufacturing process.

The Koolit Advanced PCM Gel from Cold Chain Technologies provides cold-temperature protection for drugs and vaccines during transport.

Primary packaging and manufacturing technologies minimize product/package interaction, protect quality, support safe travel through the supply chain, and enhance performance at point of use.

Sharp Packaging Services adds Biotechnology Center of Excellence to its to its Allentown, PA campus.

Award-winning drug packaging innovations include interactive cartons and multifunctional labels.