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Pharmaceutical manufacturing

29 Aug 2016

MCC paves the way for SAHPRA

By Staff Writer

According to Erik Roos, the newly appointed CEO of Pharma Dynamics, the groundwork set by the Medicines Control Council (MCC) in the past few months in preparation for the much-anticipated launch of the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) is likely to usher in a new and much more effective era for the local pharmaceutical sector. Pharma Dynamics is one of SA’s leading producers of generic medicines.

12 Aug 2016

Regulatory burdens on SA’s pharmaceutical industry

By Staff Writer

The pharmaceutical industry operates under a controversial and highly regulated web of legislation that aims to balance the interests of the end users, medical aid companies, manufacturers and patent holders. Shannon Butler, field credit analyst at Coface, the international trade credit insurance company, looks at the latest industry developments.

01 Aug 2016

AMA continues to serve industries

By Staff Writer

The AMA Approved Mark – an industry wide, recognised stamp of approval – was first launched in the 1980s as a proactive measure by the AMA. At the time, the association was way ahead of the South African government by implementing this voluntary code, which focused on the CFC-free movement and sought to ensure consumer safety where aerosol products are concerned.

11 Jul 2016

Embracing paperless production with Werum

By Staff Writer

PAS-X MES from Werum IT Solutions (Werum) could hold the answer to transforming paper-based production at South African pharmaceutical manufacturers. Albert Landman, the company’s manager for sales and business consulting, talks to Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Review about the benefits of this leading IT solution.

08 Jul 2016

Adcock Ingram accelerates owner driver project

By Staff Writer

A line-up of newly branded trucks created a colourful backdrop at the handover ceremony where a number of owner drivers recently received keys to new vehicles at Adcock Ingram Healthcare in Midrand. The celebration was attended by stakeholders and staff, and marked the latest phase in the company’s owner driver enterprise development initiative.

04 Jul 2016

Momentous occasion for generics and biosimilars

By Staff Writer

In Geneva, Switzerland, on 15 June, the International Generic and Biosimilar Medicines Association (IGBA) welcomed the decision of the ICH General Assembly to accept the IGBA as an assembly member of the International Council for Harmonisation of Technical Requirements for Pharmaceuticals for Human Use (ICH).

22 Jun 2016

Introducing the “Blisterevolution” in blister packaging

By Staff Writer

Marchesini took part in two major packaging events in Brazil and Mexico. FCE Pharma was held from 10 to 12 May in São Paulo, while Expopack took place in Mexico City from 17 to 20 May. The company’s machines are distributed in South Africa by MGSA Consulting.

16 May 2016

Aptar Pharma launches inhaler packaging with sensing technology

By Staff Writer

Aptar Pharma, a global solution provider of aerosol, injection and spray delivery systems, unveiled the eDose counter for metered dose inhalers (MDIs) at the RDD scientific conference in Arizona, US in April. Christine Mouton & Associates is a distributor of the company’s products in South Africa.

20 Apr 2016

Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa visits Aspen’s PE-based facility

By Staff Writer

JSE-listed Aspen, the largest pharmaceutical manufacturer in the southern hemisphere, hosted Deputy President, Cyril Ramaphosa and the Minister of Health, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi on 14 April at its flagship manufacturing site in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape.

30 Mar 2016

Bosch has cartoning of pharmaceuticals covered

By Staff Writer

Bosch Packaging Technology (Bosch) has added a topload cartoner to its well-known TTM product portfolio. The new Sigpack TTMP enhances the company’s range with an efficient and highly flexible cartoning solution, especially for pharmaceutical customers.

22 Mar 2016

Tabletting science in 2016 with I Holland

By Staff Writer

I Holland’s sales and marketing director, Javier Raposo, shares the company’s top four areas of development for 2016. I Holland, an international leader in punches, dies and tabletting science innovation, is represented in South Africa by PakMax. 

15 Mar 2016

Stripform Packaging looks to specialised solutions

By Staff Writer

Adex Plastics & Machinery (Adex) installed a new Mamata pouch making system at Stripform Packaging (Stripform) in Cape Town. The convertor will be using the machine to manufacture flexible zip-lock bags, which are patented for the distribution of medicine.