New packaging solutions for life sciences, all at PACK EXPO in Chicago

Discover new packaging solutions from hundreds of suppliers specializing in life sciences, all under one roof at PACK EXPO International in Chicago.

Spring 2023 Healthcare Packaging

Healthcare Packaging is the industry's leading source of information about packaging and logistics for pharmaceuticals, biologics, medical devices, and nutraceuticals. Established in 2004, the media brand is known for its exceptional coverage of life sciences trends, technology, new products and applications for professionals who package and ship products in the healthcare marketplace.

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Adherence/Delivery

Human Factors Projects—Quick Wins and Practical Tips

From Pharmapack Europe: Not every package update requires a major redesign. Leveraging lo-fi prototypes can save time before usability studies.

March 17, 2023

Dots and an arrow signify where to open the carton. Credit: Roche via Pharmapack Europe.

Traceability/Serialization

Op-ed: Data Issues Abound as DSCSA Deadline Nears

Trading partners are working diligently to connect data systems in compliance with the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA). But significant challenges remain ahead of the November finish line.

February 22, 2023

Under the DSCSA, a distributor cannot accept or sell a product beginning on November 27, 2023, if that product does not have transaction information with the product identifier in an electronic file that meets DSCSA requirements.

Blister Package Recyclability Meets Machinability

Amcor and MHI partnered on trials to determine that a novel recycle-ready blister package could be produced in large capacities and at high speeds.

February 6, 2023

With AmSky, both the blister and lidding are composed of HDPE.

Traceability/Serialization

Paper-thin Smart Label Tracks Location, Temperature, and Shock

With high value placed on traceability and brand protection, this ultra-thin label is designed to ‘snip and ship’ to track goods—from pallets to individual shipments—with near real-time positioning.

January 30, 2023

Innovative New Pharmaceutical Packaging at PACK EXPO International

PMG editors fanned out across PACK EXPO International in October in search of packaging innovation. Here's what they found in pharmaceutical packaging.

January 28, 2023

Photo 1—gronigner

Listerine Advances More Sustainable Oral Care Packaging

New Listerine Cool Mint Zero Alcohol Concentrate Refills in a 100-mL PET bottle use 60% less plastic when compared to a standard 500-mL bottle of Listerine while providing the same benefits.

January 24, 2023

New Listerine concentrate refills in a 100-mL PET bottle are said to use 60% less plastic when compared to a standard 500-mL bottle of Listerine.

Robotics/Automation

Lundbeck Pharmaceutical's Turnkey Line Packs Ampules, Vials

This flexible system by Schubert runs 17 formats with a 30-minute changeover. Features include Transmodul robots and a Beckhoff XTS linear servo transport system.

December 13, 2022

Labeled vials are loaded into cartons.

Adherence/Delivery

Study: Patient Training Gaps Persist for Self-Injection

“If you have a better first experience going into a therapy or medication in that first month or that first try, if you feel comfortable and confident or at least informed, the odds of you staying on that therapy go up significantly,” says Tim McLeroy.

September 20, 2022

The study results showed that patients who have to self-administer are receiving some training, but it’s the quality and type of training that is still lacking or underperforming. (Credit: Noble)

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