- In May 2024, TerraCycle, a company dedicated to global recycling initiatives, introduced TerraCycle BlisterBack in the U.K. This innovative solution targets the health industry, aiming to minimize the incineration of blister packs and prevent them from reaching landfills. Medicine blister packs, composed of a challenging blend of materials such as plastic and aluminum foil, are designed to safeguard medications
- In November 2023, Schreiner MediPharm, in collaboration with packaging specialist Keystone Folding Box Co., expanded its portfolio of smart blister packs tailored for clinical trials. Keystone, renowned for its expertise in the pharmaceutical sector, has introduced a unique, child-resistant, and senior-friendly solution. By incorporating integrated electronics, these blister packs now function as a real-time e-diary, effectively capturing dosing history data
- In January 2024, TekniPlex Healthcare, partnered with Alpek Polyester to introduce a pharmaceutical-grade polyethylene terephthalate (PET) blister film. This innovative film incorporates 30% post-consumer recycled (PCR) monomers. According to the company, when this blister film is paired with its Teknilid Push polyester lidding, the resulting film-plus-lidding blister system can be fully recycled within the polyester recycling stream, provided the necessary infrastructure is in place
- In July 2023, Constantia Flexibles revealed REGULA CIRC, its 'total barrier,' designed-for-recycling cold-form foil solution for sustainable pharmaceutical blister packaging applications. A polyethylene sealing layer is set to replace traditional PVC solutions; a transition is seeking to simplify the sorting process, improve the pack's recyclability, and, in turn, improve material recoverys
- In October 2023, WINPAK Films, Inc., a division of WINPAK LTD, acquired approximately 44 acres of land adjacent to its current facility in Senoia, with the intention of potential future expansion. The property was purchased from the Senoia Development Authority for a sum of USD 890,000. This strategic decision reflects WINPAK's objective of broadening its geographical footprint in North America, positioning the company for future growth and enhanced operations in the region
- In July 2023, Constantia Flexibles introduced a new pharmaceutical packaging solution called REGULA CIRC, which utilizes coldform foil. The packaging replaces conventional PVC with a PE sealing layer, resulting in a reduction in plastic content while increasing the proportion of aluminum. This optimization not only enhances the sustainability of the packaging but also improves material recovery during recycling processes
