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The pharmaceutical packaging market is on a trajectory to reach $149 billion by 2028, driven by the increasing demand for secure and effective drug delivery systems, according to Grand View Research. Packaging plays a crucial role in preserving the stability and integrity of pharmaceutical products, ensuring patient safety, and meeting stringent regulatory requirements. It is well known that innovative packaging solutions, particularly those designed with child safety in mind, can significantly reduce the risk of accidental ingestion and enhance overall medication safety, underscoring their vital role in healthcare.
Recognising these critical needs, Ecobliss Packaging Group has been at the forefront of developing sustainable, child resistant packaging solutions for the pharmaceutical industry. Since its inception, it has combined environmental responsibility with the highest standards of safety, ensuring that its packaging not only protects the products but also the patients who use them.
As global efforts to reduce carbon footprints intensify, Ecobliss is leading the way in producing eco friendly packaging solutions that meet the growing demand for sustainable alternatives in both the pharmaceutical and retail sectors. The packaging provider has now sharpened its focus on pharmaceutical packaging, particularly for small batches used in clinical trials. The company specialises in easy to open, sustainable packaging, making this its core mission.
‘Our commitment to sustainability is at the heart of everything we do,’ said Marc Linssen, packaging developer. ‘We believe that packaging should not only fulfil its primary purpose but also contribute to a healthier planet. That is why we are dedicated to ensuring our products are both environmentally friendly and of the highest quality.’
To achieve this, Ecobliss tuned to Roland DG to enhance the quality and visual appeal of its printed cardboard packaging, upgrading to a VersaObject C0-640i flatbed UV printer.
The CO-640i is equipped with Eco-UV5 inks, which are Greenguard Gold certified, meaning they meet strict standards of low chemical emissions, making them ideal for consumer products, including those manufactured in the highly regulated pharmaceutical environment. This allows Ecobliss to produce vibrant, colour accurate prints that adhere to the high standards of the pharmaceutical industry, all while maintaining the recyclability and biodegradability of its cardboard packaging materials.
With the ability to print on substrates up to 242 mm in height and handle irregular surfaces, this UV-LED flatbed printer is ideal for creating customised packaging solutions that are both visually appealing and highly functional. Additionally, the printer supports a wide range of flexible and rigid substrates, ensuring versatility in packaging design.
Marc added, ‘The CO-640i's capability to print directly onto irregular or curved surfaces with high accuracy means we can offer more innovative and unique packaging solutions to our clients.’
Additionally, the CO-640i includes a comprehensive texture library, which provides a variety of exciting printable textures. This feature enables the addition of extra expression and tactile elements, further enhancing the patient friendly accessibility features of the packaging.
Packaging solutions must meet rigorous standards in the pharmaceutical industry, where safety and compliance are paramount. Ecobliss has embraced this challenge by prioritising effective prototyping and superior print quality over volume and speed. By doing so, it ensures its packaging solutions not only meet but exceed industry expectations, enhancing drug safety and compliance.
The use of Roland DG's advanced printing technology has been instrumental in this process, delivering precise and vibrant prints that align with the high standards of the pharmaceutical sector. ‘The combination of GMG software and Roland DG technology is a game changer for us,’ noted Marc. ‘It allows us to achieve unparalleled colour accuracy and consistency across our packaging designs, ensuring that we meet both our aesthetic and regulatory goals.’
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