Vetter, a provider of prefilled drug-delivery systems and complex packaging, is significantly expanding its secondary packaging capacities. The company’s new filling lines and new lyophilizers are driving the need for increased downstream secondary packaging capacity. The expansion is currently underway at Vetter’s existing Secondary Packaging (VSP) facility and will increase packaging capacity by approximately 32,000 sq.-ft.
 
The expansion will include new fully-automated packaging lines, space for manual and semi-automated packaging processes and assembly equipment for a variety of formats. The Vetter serialization and aggregation service will also be expanded. A flexible, syringe blister line will include safety device assembly and equipment for packaging Japan quality. The addition of new assembly machines for pens and autoinjectors will help to meet growth in this market for these systems.
 
“We often hear from customers that a high level of expertise in the assembly and packaging of pens, autoinjectors and safety devices is critical for their success,” said Bernd Stauss, senior vice president Production/Engineering for Vetter. “Vetter has this experience and can offer a one-stop solution, from development to filling to secondary packaging including serialization of products; a service that is greatly appreciated by our customers.”