Manufacturing

Hallie Forcinio is BioPharm International's packaging editor, editorhal@sbcglobal.net

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Packaging suppliers prepare to meet the demand unleashed by COVID-19 vaccines and treatments. 

Is the Packaging Supply Chain Ready?

Eisai has announced an expansion of its manufacturing operations at its Hatfield production plant in the United Kingdom to meet global demand. 

Eisai Invests in UK Manufacturing Operations

Jill Wechsler is BioPharm International's Washington Editor, jillwechsler7@gmail.com.

Experts fear confusion over allocation processes, cold-chain requirements, and IT systems needed to bring a COVID-19 vaccine to market.

COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Raises Multiple Challenges

The companies will work together to produce a wearable device that can subcutaneously deliver ketamine therapy as a non-opioid pain treatment.

Stevanato Group Partners with Bexson Biomedical on a Wearable Drug Delivery Device

The rebranding stems from the company’s expanded services which include 3PL services, supply chain transparency solutions, and retail pharma product procurement for over-the-counter medications.

Legacy Pharmaceutical Packaging Rebrands as Legacy Pharma Solutions

Broader application of RFID in pharmaceutical packaging benefits caregivers and patients. 

Pharma Packaging Employs RFID Technology in Labels and Caps

Jennifer Markarian is a contributing editor for 

Polymeric containers offer an alternative to glass.

Considering Materials for Vaccine Containers

Tjoapack is investing in fully automated lines, including a PFS line with an initial capacity of 7 million syringes per year and a vial line with an eventual capacity of more than 12 million vials per year.

Tjoapack to Invest in Automated Injectables Packaging Capabilities

Syntegon’s redesigned continuous band sealers can be configured for various packages.

Hygienic Band Sealer Uses a Modular, Ergonomic Design for Medical Packaging

The companies have signed a partnership agreement to provide extractables and leachables testing at the SG US Technology Excellence Center in Boston, MA.

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