Hallie Forcinio is packing editor for Pharmaceutical Technology and Pharmaceutical Technology Europe, editorhal@sbcglobal.net.
Innovations in Prefilled Biologics
Packaging and packaging line innovations are addressing the industry’s growing use of biologics.
Navigating Trends in Secondary Packaging
Designers adopt value-added features, different materials, and enhanced coding technologies.
Seal of Approval: New Technology Is Streamlining Sterilization
Washed seals save drug makers time and money.
Market for Packaging Continues to Expand
Interest grows in AI, digitalization, robotics, and sustainability.
Vial Options Expand
Corning launches a more sustainable glass vial.
INTERPHEX 2023 Honors Packaging Innovations
Parenteral packaging and handling advancements receive awards.
Generating Benefits with Outsourced Packaging
Third-party contract packaging service providers can help save time and money.
INTERPHEX Returns to NYC
Integrated systems combine functions.
Packaging Becomes More Sustainable
Manufacturers and suppliers join forces to reduce the pharmaceutical industry’s carbon footprint.
FDA Proposes Longer National Drug Code
The change would impact every package and hundreds of systems.
New Blister Packaging Options
Materials enhance sustainability and efficiency.
Packaging Formats Evolve
Manufacturers automate production lines and increase the use of third-party providers.
Trends at PACK EXPO
Address needs for integrated, automated systems and service.
Consumers Seek Sustainable Products
Pharma companies set goals and adopt more sustainable alternatives.
Closure Options Expand
Product safety and security are paramount when it comes to container closures.
Forecast Looks Good for 2023
Rapidly growing industry must overcome supply chain constraints.
INTERPHEX 2022 Highlights Packaging and QC
Exhibitors display innovations for parenteral and solid dose products.
Prefilled Syringes Show Strong Growth
Demand spurs innovations in syringes and syringe fill/finish operations.
Pre-filled Syringes Show Strong Growth
Supply-Chain Challenges and Innovations in Pharma Packaging
Innovations address sustainability, serialization, and supply-chain issues.
INTERPHEX 2022 Moves Back to Spring-time Schedule
Exhibitors display primary packaging, secondary packaging, and machine innovations at this year’s INTERPHEX.
Meeting Challenges in Solid-Dose Packaging
Innovations address supply-chain constraints, serialization, and new requirements for sustainable and patient-centric designs.
Trends in Solid-Dose Packaging
Innovations address sustainable and patient-centric designs.
Automating Line Clearance
Digital technology streamlines the line changeover process.
Sustainable Shippers for Ultra-Cold Conditions
Protective external packaging ensures COVID-19 vaccines arrive safely.
Trends in Vial Labeling Equipment
New equipment meets needs for faster vial labeling and RFID for unit-level serialization.
Labeling Efficiently
Machine and material innovations yield more efficient, sustainable processes for pharmaceutical packaging, including vaccine vials.
INTERPHEX Features Pharma Packaging Innovations
Back in person at the Javits Center, exhibitors present containers, components, equipment, and services to fill, ship, protect, and optimize the packaging process.
Moving Forward in Serialization
Stakeholders work to meet deadlines, maximize benefits, and close gaps.
Beyond Reusability in Cold-Chain Shippers
Consider tactics to meet sustainability objectives for temperature-controlled packaging.