PDA Italy Chapter: Blow Fill Seal Technology  - State of the Art for the Aseptic Primary Packaging of Parenterals

PDA Italy Chapter is pleased to announce Blow Fill Seal Technology: State of the Art for the Aseptic Primary Packaging of Parenterals in association with Brevetti Angela. Two days fully dedicated to latest developments in the Blow-Fill-Seal technology and the manufacture of sterile pharmaceutical products with a deep focus on the impact of new regulations, on the challenges and advantages faced when filling pharmaceutical products in plastic, and on the possibilities given by such a process compared to traditional filling.

At this event, we will present and discuss new developments and expectations in BFS, which continues to be critical for the packaging of parenterals with high speed and reduced cost. This applies to small volumes for injectables, ophtalmics, sprays, but also to prefilled syringes and to large volumes like IV solutions. Starting from the regulatory scenario, which continues to evolve rapidly with new or revised guidance, we will see how Annex 1 new requirements are met within the Blow Fill Seal process with a case study about vaccine filling.

We will examine the differences between traditional filling in glass ampoules and BFS, understanding pros and cons directly from the voice of a pharmaceutical company who has been using this technology for more than a decade. We will also analyze the role of plastic in primary packaging, with special attention to medical grade granules and sustainability. Special attention will be given to the matter of extractables and leachables, and to the role of Container Closure Integrity Testing and Visual Inspection.

The conference will be held in the splendid setting of Villa Cordellina Lombardi, an Eighteenth-century palace that combines the Palladian elegance with Baroque forms. The presentations will be given under Tiepolo’s frescoes of the main hall and the coffee breaks will be held in the elegant garden of the villa. The workshop will be arranged at Brevetti Angela’s plant for all practical activities, where we will visit the production area and we will have the opportunity to see a BFS machine in operation.

This will also be a wonderful opportunity for exhibitors to present themselves and their product and service portfolio, as a dedicated time slot has been added to the agenda for this specific purpose.

Early bird discount: 10% discount for confirmation received by 20/05/2024.

Registration fee includes badge, program, admission to the scientific sessions, certificate of attendance, coffee breaks, lunches, networking dinner.

Organizing Committee

• Andrea Simonetti, Consultant
• Massimo Consolaro, Brevetti Angela
• Rajeev Kabbur, Brevetti Angela
• Filippo Trionfera, BSP Pharmaceuticals
• Lucia Ceresa, Charles River
• Mirko Gabriele, InfiniteVision
• Gabriele Peron, Stevanato

How to Register

For registration, general information and payment enquiry, please visit PDA Italy Chapter at the page dedicated to the Event.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Exhibition and Sponsorship Opportunities are available. Exhibit at PDA events and let your company’s products or services become a valuable tool or resource for our attendees. Contact the Organizing Secretariat at pda@pda-it.org to learn more.

Language

The official languages are Italian and English. No simultaneous translation is provided. The presentations (ppt slides) will be in English.

Congress Venue

• Villa Cordellina Lombardi
• Via Lovara 36, 36075 Montecchio Maggiore (VI)

Manufacturing Plant Tour

• Brevetti Angela SRL
• Via Seconda Strada 48
• Via Industria 99
• Arzignano (VI)