2:30 pm, Monday, Nov 9: Covid-19 test-kit and vaccine packaging. This case study discussion will detail how TekniPlex deployed its resources to get a COVID-19 related product to market within a significantly reduced timeline, while still meeting the required packaging performance criteria.
12:00 pm, Tuesday, Nov 10: Better lead time / service from expanded Dupont™ Tyvek® lidding capacity. The presentation will detail how market needs for die-cut Tyvek® lids are being supported by an investment in a new four-color, flexographic, narrow web press. The press can run product more efficiently, accommodate larger lids and meet the precise label copy needs of regulated healthcare packaging.
12:30 pm, Tuesday, Nov 10: Dupont™ Tyvek® lidding with recyclable medical trays. The challenges regarding the recyclability of medical packaging will be discussed, as well as reviewing material (Tyvek®, PX and HDPE) considerations.
12:15 pm, Wednesday, Nov. 11: Benefits of clean-peel technology for top webs. With more stringent packaging regulations impacting performance being enacted globally, selecting the right material has become even more critical. To address those requirements, we will be discussing porous packaging structures that can handle the rigors of sterilization and distribution, as well as provide a wide operating window to ensure sealability.
About the TekniPlex healthcare packaging businesses
The TekniPlex healthcare packaging businesses (TekniPlex Flexibles, Tekni-Films, Lameplast, LF of America and Beyers Plastics) produce flexible packaging for the medical device and pharmaceutical markets via nine manufacturing plants in North America and Europe. For medical devices, TekniPlex offers a broad portfolio of sterilizable packaging substrates including thermoformable medical tray films, coated and uncoated Tyvek®, heat- and cold-seal coated paper and films, medical grade laminates, die-cut lids, labels and cleanroom bags. For pharmaceutical applications, TekniPlex offers blister films and foil, film and paper laminates, and unit- and multi-dose containers. For more info: www.tekni-plex.com/healthcarepackaging.
About TekniPlex, Inc.
TekniPlex is a globally-integrated company focused on developing and manufacturing products for a wide variety of end markets, including medical, pharmaceutical, food, beverage, personal care, household and industrial. TekniPlex is headquartered in Wayne, PA, and operates manufacturing sites across 10 countries worldwide to meet the needs of its global customers. For more information visit www.tekni-plex.com.
