2018 PDA Glass Quality Conference
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Program Highlights
Take advantage of this opportunity to explore the many developments and improvements in pharmaceutical glass quality. Through interactive plenary and breakout sessions, discuss current challenges with glass packaging and brainstorm possible improvements to pursue in glass manufacturing, characterization, handling, and packaging.
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Since a spike in recalls and warning letters related to glass packaging occurred early this decade, there have been many developments and improvements in glass quality, including new formulations and processes for pharmaceutical packaging. This conference will explore the important research being conducted and the advancements offered to industry. Included are presentations on better analytical test methods, improved process controls, glass handling practices, and inspection techniques. We will delve into the improved glasses and new formulations, glass strengthening techniques and special coatings that are being developed and offered. The conference will explore the issues of glass-drug interactions; glass breakage and glass particulate. The challenges of regulatory acceptance of innovation will be addressed along with revising and modernizing pharmacopeias.
Presenters will be subject matter experts from glass manufacturers; with views and case studies given by pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical company representatives; along with perspectives of the regulators.
The 2018 PDA Glass Quality Conference is back after nearly five years. It is an opportunity to review where we are, and explore many of the developments that have occurred during the last few years and look to our future in the field of pharmaceutical glass packaging.
Additionally, the Conference will include an exhibition of glass, packaging, testing facilities, glass inspection, and equipment companies over the dates of the Conference.
Who Should Attend
Persons involved in selection and quality assurance of glass packaging; manufacturing of products packaged in glass, glass suppliers, and regulators.
Specifically, pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical professionals with the following responsibilities are encouraged to participate: Quality Assurance | Packaging | Supplier Control | Glass Suppliers | FDA Regulators | Product Development
Contact
Brooke Schneider, CMP
Manager, Programs
Tel: (301) 656-5900 ext. 111
Email: schneider@pda.org
Registration Customer Care
Tel: +1 (301) 656-5900 ext. 115
Email: registration@pda.org
Exhibition Inquiries
David Hall
Vice President, Sales
Tel: +1 (240) 688- 4405
Email: hall@pda.org
Agenda
Discover What's Happening Each Day
Tuesday, January 23
7:15 a.m. – 5:45 p.m.
Registration Open
7:15 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.
Continental Breakfast
8:15 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
Welcome and Opening Remarks from Conference Chair
Roger Asselta , Vice President, Technical Services, Genesis Packaging Technologies, A Division of R-V Industries, Inc.
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8:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. |
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Session Description: This Opening Plenary will provide a regulator’s perspective on pharmaceutical glass packaging in the years since the U.S. FDA issued its advisory to the industry, including trends in recalls and warnings and some insight into current developments. Updates will be presented on reviews and revisions to USP chapters covering pharmaceutical glass. |
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8:30 a.m. – 8:55 a.m. 8:55 a.m. – 9:20 a.m. 9:45 a.m. – 10:15a.m. |
10:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Exhibit Area Open
10:15 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Refreshment Break in Exhibit Area
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11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. |
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Session Description: This session will address the recent developments and innovations in the glass material for pharmaceutical parenteral packaging. The session will have presentations on the new aluminosilicate glass and quartz that offers unique benefits over the borosilicate glass followed by case studies. |
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11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. – 12:30p.m. |
12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Lunch on Your Own. Exhibit Area Closed. A listing of local restaurants is available at the PDA registration desk.
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2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. |
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Session Description: Continuing the discussion from the previous Plenary, presentations in this session will focus on the latest improvements to borosilicate glass containers. The latest developments in glass surface treatment and coating, leading to improved compatibility with drug product, will be discussed and presentations will illustrate the efforts and progress made in overall glass container quality. |
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2:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. |
3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Refreshment Break in Exhibit Area
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4:15 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. |
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Session Description: This session offers insight into the many challenges that the Pharmaceutical industry will face with the implementation of new packaging materials. Find out how these new materials are expected to address the regulatory expectations regarding such issues as the interaction of high PH drug products and new biologics with the containers. We will also discuss how these new packaging materials will maintain the protection and purity of the product while assuring the increased scrutiny of quality surrounding the concerns of particulates and delamination. |
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4:15 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. 4:45 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. 5:15 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. |
5:45 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Networking Reception in Exhibit Area
Wednesday, January 24
7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Registration Open
7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
Continental Breakfast
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8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. |
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Session Description: The “strength” of glass may be directly related to the amount and severity of surface flaws and every link in the pharmaceutical container supply chain provides an opportunity to either protect or damage the glass. Therefore, an awareness of the importance for good glass handling practices is critical to ensure quality and patient safety. This session will explore recent developments and innovation in glass handling for pharmaceutical parenteral containers with a presentation from an equipment manufacturer on developments that have improved glass handling followed by case studies from the pharmaceutical industry. |
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8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. |
9:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Exhibit Area Open
10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Refreshment Break in Exhibit Area
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10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. |
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Session Description: The glass we use to transport, store, protect, and deliver injectable medicines has remained standard over the past 50 years. Technological advances including faster filling lines, highly aggressive drug formulations, more sophisticated drug delivery systems, and increased regulatory expectations have created greater demands on the glass container. As a result, the need for different glass vial technologies has grown. This session will take a new glass technology and walk you through the qualification process from suitability considerations, including compatibility, as well as operational considerations of various improved glass technologies. |
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10:45 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. 11:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. 11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. |
12:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
Lunch on Your Own. Exhibit Area Closed. A listing of local restaurants is available at the PDA registration desk.
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1:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. |
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Session Description: PDA connects you to more technical resources than any other organization, helping you find solutions to challenges you face every day. PDA provides technical reports, peer-reviewed scientific research, training, conferences, interest groups, and more. First, PDA will present the results of the recent Glass Quality Survey, including such topics as glass container quality, recall rates, cost of defect recalls, critical glass vial defect complaint rate, out-of-spec for glass related defects, re-inspection practices, and more. Second, pharmaceutical companies, glass suppliers, and machine manufacturers have joined together to form a Glass Handling Task Force. A Glass Handling Task Force member will provide insight on the Task Force’s progress to date and future objectives. |
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1:45 p.m. – 2:15 a.m. 2:15 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. 2:45 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. |
3:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Refreshment Break in Exhibit Area
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4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. |
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Session Description: Our final session will include a discussion by a panel of experts from the glass and pharmaceutical industries as well as regulators, moderated by PDA’s President & CEO, Richard Johnson. Our expert panel will recap the conference proceedings and provide their perspectives on these developments and the potential impact in parenteral packaging. The session will conclude with an open forum for further questions and comments by the all participants in the conference. |
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Mads Reedtz Espersen, Principal Specialist, Primary Packaging Development, Novo Nordisk A/S |
4:45 p.m. – 5:00 p.m
Closing Remarks and Adjournment from Conference Chair
Roger Asselta, Vice President, Technical Services, Genesis Packaging Technologies | A Division of R-V Industries, Inc.
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Venue Details and Accommodations
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Omni Shoreham Hotel
2500 Calvert St NWWashington, DC
Omni Shoreham Hotel
2500 Calvert Street
NW
Washington, DC 20008
Phone: +1 (202) 234-0700
Rate: Single: $179.00, plus applicable taxes (14.5%).
Cut Off Date:The cut off date has past. Rooms are still available, however the PDA group rate will be subject to the hotel’s availability.
Hotel Accommodations
To make reservations at the Omni Shoreham Hotel, please call the Hotel at +1 (202) 234-0700 and reference the PDA event to receive the PDA group rate. Check in time is 3:00 p.m., and check out time is 12:00 noon.
Individual Cancellation
Please be aware that obtaining and canceling hotel reservations is the responsibility of the meeting registrant. Individuals will be responsible for payment of their own cancellation fees. The cancellation policy is by 12 p.m. three days prior to the date of arrival otherwise specified on your reservation information.
Amenities
Since 1930, the luxurious Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C. has played host to presidents, world leaders and inaugural balls, making it a true Washington landmark. The 834 luxury guest rooms are located steps away from the National Zoo. For a full list of hotel amenities - click here.
Travel
Area Airports
Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA) is approximately 8 miles away. Two other airports in the vicinity are both serviced by all major carriers: Dulles International (IAD) is 28 miles away and Baltimore/Washington (BWI) is 34 miles away.
Ground Transportation
Taxi fares from Reagan National are $20-$25 one way, not including tip, and will take about 20 minutes. One way taxi fares from Dulles is $50-$65 and from BWI is about $75-$100.
Metro
Woodley Park Metro Station is 0.2 miles away from the hotel and is approximately $2.35-$3.25 one way to Reagan National.
Train
Union Station is 4 miles away from the hotel. To book your reservation call Amtrak at 1 (800) 872-7245 or visit http://www.amtrak.com.
Driving
Visit this page for detailed driving directions to the Omni Shoreham Hotel.
Hotel Parking
$49 / Valet parking only - per car, per day
Registration
Pricing Options
More information coming soon.
GROUP REGISTRATION DISCOUNT: Register 3 people from the same organization as a group (at the same time) for the event and receive the 4th registration free. Other discounts cannot be applied.
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CANCELLATION: If a cancellation request is received 30 days before the event, a credit (registration fee paid minus a 200.00 USD/EUR processing fee) will be given. No credits will be given for cancellation requests received less than 30 days before the event. Cancellation requests must be emailed to registration@pda.org.
Sponsor information will be available soon
We're currently finalizing our list of sponsors and will share the details shortly.
The PDA Glass Quality Conference will provide your company exclusive exhibit and sponsorship opportunities to gain access to and network with key decision makers from the biopharmaceutical industry involved in the development and improvement of glass quality. Attendees will include industry professionals from manufacturing, packaging, quality assurance, and product development.
With multiple networking breaks, luncheon, and reception, you have ample time to connect with your desired audience of industry leaders. Comprehensive exhibition packages allow you the opportunity to partake in the conference sessions and gain firsthand insights on what the industry is looking for so you can better position your product and/or service offerings.
Become a sponsor at the conference to strengthen your brand image, increase your visibility, and align your company with industry leading minds and world class content. High profile sponsorships are available for lanyards, notepads, audience response systems, tote bags, refreshment breaks, lunch and networking reception. We’ll create a customized sponsorship to fit your needs and budget.
The tabletop package includes one full conference registration, one exhibit only badge, company listing on the conference website and in the on-site exhibit guide, and access to key decision makers in this dynamic field.
For more information about exhibit and sponsorship opportunities, please contact:
David Hall
+1 (301) 656-5900 ext. 160
Cell +1 (240) 688-4405
hall@pda.org
Alison Caballero
+1 (301) 656-5900 ext. 135
caballero@pda.org
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