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Packaging Compliance Labs Enters Pharmaceutical Testing Market with Dedicated Lab and Expert Leadership

Grand Rapids, MI., September 29, 2026 –– Packaging Compliance Labs (PCL) is making a significant move into the pharmaceutical testing market by investing in a dedicated cGMP pharma […]

September 29, 2026

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A Guide to Gamma and EO Sterilization for Medical Devices

Gamma and ethylene oxide (EO) sterilization are two widely used, versatile and effective methods in medical device manufacturing. Deciding whether a medical device is better suited for gamma or EO sterilization starts with a material […]

September 28, 2026

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5 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Medical Device Contract Packaging Partner

Choosing a contract packaging partner is more than finding who’s available. The right partner must understand your device, control the manufacturing process, support validation activities, and maintain the […]

August 31, 2026

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Pouch vs. Rigid Tray: How to Choose the Right Packaging for Your Medical Device

For medical device manufacturers, choosing between a pouch and a rigid tray is a design decision that influences cost, timelines, device protection, and […]

August 13, 2026

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Bubble Leak vs. Dye Leak Testing: How to Select the Best Method for Your Packaging Validation

Sterile barrier integrity testing is a non-negotiable part of medical device packaging validation, but knowing which test method to use, […]

July 1, 2026

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Why Ethylene Oxide Is Still A Top Sterilization Method

How Does EO Sterilization Work?  Ethylene oxide sterilization, commonly known as “EO,” uses ethylene oxide gas to kill microorganisms through a […]

June 17, 2026

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the[PACK]out 2026: A Q&A With Devon Buckley

For the 5th year in a row, PCL was a proud sponsor of the[PACK]out. This year’s event brought together packaging engineers, industry leaders, […]

May 28, 2026

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Understanding Ingress Protection Testing: Everything Device Manufacturers Need to Know

When a new device goes to market it will experience many environmental hazards. Dust drifts into vents and rain finds […]

May 5, 2026

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Evaluating Transit Testing Failures: Step-by-Step

Transit test failures are more common than most engineers would guess. Nearly 30% of packaging systems fail transit studies. It’s important to remember that a package failure doesn’t necessarily mean your design […]

April 13, 2026