< PreviousSORTING AND WEIGHING 30 Pharma Business International www.pbiforum.net Check-weighers are key as a wider range of pharmaceutical products enter the scene with shorter runs and batch sizes more common, requiring fast and efficient product changeovers and startups that are still able to facilitate the entry of safe products into the supply chain. Check-weighers and precision weight sorters help manufacturers operate in alignment with regulatory frameworks like Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and are inspectors on the production line, rapidly honing in on products that would be deemed unsatisfactory, such as incomplete packages and capsules with improper weight that should not reach a patient and instead be rejected from the production process, saving manufacturers from a hit to their brand, preventing disruptive recalls, and maintaining patient safety. The devices can usefully weigh and sort a batch unattended while keeping detailed records. Regulatory authorities across the globe have set rules that influence the design, manufacturing, installation, daily use, hygienic cleaning and preventive maintenance of weighing instruments, and there are several factors that must be considered to make sure weighing processes are effective in pharmaceutical facilities, including firstly selecting the correct weighing scale. Indeed to establish accurate and effective weighing practices the right tools with suitable weighing ranges must be in place. With a high-quality weighing instrument manufacturers can adhere to stringent standards, mitigate errors, and improve reliability. Choices should be made on the requirements of the industry, environment, and tolerance, in consideration of production factors like line speed, package size, vibrations from plant equipment, and weighing equipment should be designed to prevent contamination of the product and allow for easy cleaning as well as be equipped with features and software that ease regulatory compliance. To keep weighing effective drug makers must also continuously check instrument accuracy, which can be affected by a variety of things including sensitivity, readability, non- linearity, repeatability, eccentricity, and environment of a scale. Scales should therefore be set up, calibrated, and tested properly and regularly according to written procedures and established schedules - which help in detecting and correcting deviations - and weighing processes validated to display conformance with defined specifications. When it comes to testing, this can be labour intensive and see significant downtime, however technology on the market today, such as the aforementioned dynamic check-weigher, can perform In-Process Tests which do not necessitate the shutdown of production lines, reduce error risks in testing procedures, are flexible to adapt to requirements, and automatically generate reports for each test scenario. With high quality drugs a result of reliable production processes, the quality of medicines is dependent on that of weighing instruments. As the development and production process of pharmaceuticals evolves, so does weighing equipment. New equipment is being developed to refine pharmaceuticals manufacturing and efficiency, more reliable weighing instruments are being created for enhanced quality control, alongside those that are more robust to handle demanding hygienic and bacteria cleaning challenges, while the sensors and software associated with these instruments keep improving too. 28-31.qxp_Layout 1 14/02/2022 08:50 Page 3Pharma Business International 31 www.pbiforum.net SORTING AND WEIGHING © st ock. adobe .com/Mik e Mar een 28-31.qxp_Layout 1 14/02/2022 08:50 Page 4Clinical Trial Supply Europe 2022 22-23 March Madrid, Spain 2022 will see the return of the Clinical Trial Supply Europe conference to Madrid where pharma, large and small, alongside biotechs will have the opportunity to discuss, debate and consider new technologies and processes to streamline supply chain operations. After the disruption to the global clinical supply chain over the past two years, attendees will once again be able to benefit from networking and learning in a safe, face-to-face environment. There’s never been a better time to exchange case studies, meet socially-distanced thought leaders, and discover the latest solutions from our selection of experienced exhibitors to create a robust clinical supply chain. Interpharm eCongress 25-26 March Hamburg, Germany The Interpharm is a unique combination of a highly specialized scientific congress with an accompanying exhibition and integrated pharmaceutical information forum in the pharmaceutical industry and pharmacy services. This Congress is a platform for highly interested pharmacists, chemists, engineers, pharmacy, pharmacy students, PTAs and PCAs. Pharma EVENTS © stock.adobe.com/Heorshe 32 Pharma Business International www.pbiforum.net Medical Technology UK 16-17 March Coventry, UK Medical Technology UK will cover areas like Why the Life Sciences Sector is Embracing Robotics, Airborne Ultrasound - The future of testing for medical pouch seals, Reducing emissions and improving For over 20 years, the Interpharm has proved itself and is Germany’s largest training conference with integrated pharmaceutical exhibition. Krakdent 7-9 April Krakow, Poland At the Krakdent fair in Kraków many exhibitors from all over the world present products and machines for dentists and the dental industry. This exhibition is a communication and information platform in the industry and offers exhibitors the opportunity to present to an audience of experts here. Visitors to the Krakdent® have the opportunity to get comprehensive information and detail about the latest trends and products in the industry. Iran Health 26-29 May Tehran, Iran At the Iran Health International Fair taking place in Tehran, exhibitors are presenting the best in the business of medical products, hospital, diagnostics as well as pharmaceutical, laboratory and rehabilitation equipment. The event serves as a platform for medical suppliers, industry professionals, government bodies, hospital administers, physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals. © stock.adobe.com/wideonet 4th Edition of World Nanotechnology Conference 25-27 April Las Vegas, USA The theme of the conference will be “From Micro to nanotechnology: advances and applications in the real world” and it will focus on the new generation of vaccines, called nano vaccines, that have grabbed the attention of the scientific community. Nanotechnology-based vaccines or monoclonal antibodies have been proposed as a promising method for successful treatment and rapid diagnosis of COVID-19. 32-33.qxp_Layout 1 14/02/2022 08:51 Page 1repeatability using Plasma and Corona Surface Treatments, Manufacturing supply chain opportunities in the medical sector, Transformational technologies - Artificial intelligence for quality control in practice, Smart Biosensors for Intensive Care Applications, etc. Pharmintech and IPACK-IMA 3-6 May Milan, Italy A complete, cross-cutting range of offerings catering for the entire mass market and consumer durables industries. A system exhibition showcasing each step of the production chain: from processing to packaging, from design to innovative materials, from labelling to end- of-line, from automation to digitization. With over 74,000 visitors, IPACK-IMA is the international reference event for market professionals and a privileged meeting place for the buyers of the food and non food industry. Pack Expo East 21-23 March Philadelphia, USA Now in its fifth edition, the three-day event comes on the heels of a successful PACK EXPO Las Vegas and Healthcare Packaging EXPO, the largest packaging and processing trade show in North America in 2021. PACK EXPO East returns to Philadelphia after a record- breaking 2020 that featured 7,100-plus attendees and its largest show floor to date. www.pbiforum.net Pharma Business International 33 © stock.adobe.com/7maru ASIA Phama Expo 3-5 March Dhaka, Bangladesh The ASIA PHARMA EXPO (APE), an international Pharma Exhibition, features the complete range of all the segments required for pharmaceuticals industry. ASIA PHARMA EXPO is one of the best platforms to find out more about the latest products, developed technology, new suppliers, and compare product alternatives. At APE, a number of exhibiting companies from over 30 countries and 12,000+ trade professionals are expected to participate. Pak Pharma & Healthcare Expo 9-10 March Lahore, Pakistan Pak Pharma Expo is an integrated exhibition focused on the Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Industry. The exhibition will provide an excellent opportunity to both local and international manufacturers and suppliers of equipment and service to have direct contact with the Pharmaceutical Manufacturers in Pakistan. It will serve as a source of providing business opportunities to the various stakeholders in the Pharmaceutical Industry of Pakistan, assist foreign companies to participate in the modernization of the Pharmaceutical industry in Pakistan, and enhance the exposure of local manufacturers to the international participants and visitors to the exhibition. 32-33.qxp_Layout 1 14/02/2022 08:51 Page 2FEATURES Transport and Logistics Labelling, Coding & Marking End of Line Packaging Clinical Trials Waste Management Next issue: Deadline - 30th March 2022 REGULARS News Events M&A Round-up Eye on approvals Pharma BUSINESS INTERN ATION AL Visit us at www.pbiforum.net where you’ll find the latest news as it breaks – and why not subscribe to our newsletters so you can have the latest news emailed to your inbox, in between digital issues? @pbiforumwww.pbiforum.netcompany/pbiforum 34.qxp_Layout 1 14/02/2022 08:52 Page 1Next >