Vial anatomy and classification

The increase in production of glass syringes and vials for vaccines has meant that glass packaging solutions are more in demand than ever. With some companies facing a shortage in supply from their established supplier network, what are the considerations for small and mid-sized companies looking to successfully switch suppliers?

Long term study to determine the suitability of a packaging system for a specific product. Less aggressive protocol to mimic real life storage conditions. See package for details.

Aggressive test protocol to encourage surface changes to allow direct comparison. See package for details.

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the pharmaceutical packaging supply chain. The increased requirement for glass vials and syringes to meet vaccine production needs has led to a shortfall in the availability of glass packaging solutions for other medicines and therapies, which may require some manufacturers to expand their supply network. In this webinar, Amy Ashton, Chemistry Manager at Glass Technology Services explores the implications of glass packaging shortfalls for small or mid-sized companies who are trying to bring their products to market, and outlines strategies and considerations for successfully switching suppliers.