Medical Packaging Inc., LLC

Medical Packaging Inc., LLC (MPI), a global healthcare packaging solutions provider for 50 years, provides innovative pharmacy packaging solutions for packaging oral solid and oral liquid medication, and overwrapping and labeling of ampoules, vials and syringes, which contribute to saving patient’s lives by reducing medication errors while also increasing efficiency and automation in pharmacy packaging operations.

MPI’s pharmacy packaging solutions, which include the packaging system, MPI-certified consumable materials and MPI’s exclusive Pak-EDGE™ UD Barcode Labeling Software, have been developed in adherence to industry specifications and meet the requirements of governing regulatory bodies for the repackaging of medication into unit dose. Optional integration to First DataBank drug data, imprints and images library, assists the pharmacy in reducing potential dispensing errors and increasing safety and efficiency.

MPI’s solutions for packaging oral solid medication include the Auto-Print® Standard packaging system, which packages sixty (60) packages per minute (ppm) and the Auto-Print® Express 90 packaging system, which packages ninety (90) packages per minute (ppm). Additional functionality can be achieved through the optional Oral Solid Feeder attachment, which packages bulk medication from the bottle into individual unit dose packages, the Variable Length Option, which allows for adjustment to the package length to accommodate packaging of non-standard sized tablets or capsules, and the Barcode Verifier Option, which automatically scans each package to assure that the printed barcode can be accurately scanned at the bedside.

MPI’s solutions for packaging oral liquid medication include the Fluidose® Series 6 packaging system for packaging medication into unit dose cups and the Auto-Draw® Syringe Filling System for packaging medication into oral syringes.

The Fluidose® Series 6, which packages twenty-two (22) packages per minute (ppm), dependent upon fill rate and viscosity, produces a single, barcoded, unit dose package containing liquid medication to be delivered to the bedside. Fluidose® Series 6 is compliant with The Joint Commission (TJC) regulations for dispensing oral liquid medication and is capable of dispensing volumes between 1 mL and 40mL. Additional functionality can be achieved through the Barcode Verifier Option, which automatically scans each package to assure that the printed barcode can be accurately scanned at the bedside.

The Auto-Draw® Oral Syringe Filling System is a semi-automatic solution that is capable of filling most oral slip syringes up to 50 mL in volume of varying viscosities providing the solution for batch filling of syringes with speed, accuracy and repeatability. Filling operations can be completed in a manner of seconds and no additional software is required. MPI’s Auto-Draw® is ideally used for oral liquid medication doses 1 mL or greater or for those medications that are not typically packaged in unit dose cups or are not commercially available in unit dose.

MPI’s solutions for ancillary packaging include overwrapping and labeling solutions for ampoules, vials and syringes. MPI’s overwrapping solutions include the Pharmacy Accessory Bagging System (PABS), which produces up to thirty-five (35) filled and sealed packages per minute. Labeling and barcoding is done directly on the bag, eliminating costly labels and allowing for customization of the barcode. Bags are available in several different sizes to accommodate even the most irregularly sized items. MPI’s Auto-Print® Max Bagger, packages in bags with a punched hole in the upper half of the package specifically for use with centralized, robotic systems.

MPI’s labeling solutions include the Pharmacy Accessory Label Printer (PALP), which is offered with either direct thermal or thermal transfer technology to quickly and efficiently print accurate barcoded labels for placement on ampoules, vials and syringes. Labels are available in several different styles to accommodate all labeling needs. MPI’s Auto-Wrap® Syringe Labeling System, with labeling and wrapping speed of up to twenty (20) syringes per minute, automates the process of labeling syringes and assists in increasing production throughput while reducing repetitive stress injuries (RSI) by producing a printed label and automatically wrapping it around a syringe in one single motion. The Auto-Wrap® can accommodate any type of oral or injectable syringe from ½ mL to 60 mL without any need for adjustment or changing of parts. Open-faced design allows for easy loading of label stock and access to all controls.

Health Care Logistics

Scales and Balances

Class II Pharmacy Scale and Pill Counters from Health Care Logistics are made with the highest quality engineering processes to guarantee fast and accurate results that simplify your prescription filling and weighing routine. A small footprint makes them ideal for locations with limited counter space.

Each unit features Advanced Pill Counting Accuracy, which adjusts for pill weight variations to provide maximum accuracy when filling prescriptions. Pill fragment detection recognizes possible pill fragments or chipped pills for the best performance and results.

HCL has internal calibrating scales that save users time and ensure accuracy. These scales calibrate automatically at startup, every two hours or with the change of temperature, as determined by the user. Economical external calibrating scales are also available, and require manual calibration using an appropriate weight.

A built-in draft ring helps deflect common air movements. We also offer an optional draft shield for areas where sizeable drafts from fans, heaters or ventilation systems are likely to occur.

Units include software that allows users to transmit data digitally to a PC. Use this information for record keeping, inventory control and pharmacy management.

Improve accuracy and efficiency with our user-friendly line of pharmacy scales and pill counters. Call our friendly staff or visit us online at gohcl.com to learn more!

Rx Systems

Family-owned mfr of RX LABELS, PILL CARDS, CUSTOM BAGS & RX VIALS, plus the VIVID-1 PILL COUNTER, celebrating 45 years in 2024.

ADHERENCE PACKAGING – Heat Seal & Cold Seal monthly or weekly Multi-Dose pill card packaging is designed for Assisted Living Facilities, Group Homes and retail customers. Our Tri-Fold pill cards make it easy for the caregiver or patient to quickly identify any missed doses due to our tamper evident package laid out in a 6” x 9” format. The Tri-Fold opens like a book and allows for ample label space to identify each drug while viewing the label at the same time. Single or Unit Dose options are available.

SEALING EQUIPMENT – Adherence Packaging is available in Cold Seal and Heat Seal. Pharmacies packaging over 300 Multi-Dose cards per month should consider converting to Heat Seal, which decreases your packaging cost significantly, and also provides an air tight seal. The ROI on our entry level AutoOpen Heat Seal press is ~1 year. Higher volume pharmacies will want to consider the AutoSealer. Providing a 3 second seal time, the AutoSealer doesn’t put off any heat, can seal ½” or ¾” depth pill cards without any conversion process, and has a lifespan of 15+ years.

RX LABELS – Rx Systems manufactures thermal and laser Rx labels for over 5,000 label customers from 3 different Plants around the country to help reduce transit time and cost. Custom labels with pre-printed logos are available, plus you can order stock labels from our web store.

Since 1979 Rx Systems has been a part of the community of independent pharmacy, now with locations in five states, and occupying over 250,000 sq ft of manufacturing and warehouse space. Our company was created with the intent of providing a one-stop shop for pharmacy supplies. An emphasis on customer service, while providing quality products at a fair price, has created long term relationships with our customers.

Pharmacy Automation Supplies

Pharmacy Automation Supplies (PAS) is an industry leading manufacturer and distributor of pharmacy supplies & packaging dedicated to supporting the entire vertical market of pharmacy with all the consumables used in their operations. Our mission is to help pharmacies save time, and increase profits, efficiency, and productivity. Over the past 100+ years our reputation for quality and dedication to competitive pricing that has helped transform us from a small printing company to one of the must relied upon suppliers in the entire industry for:

Pharmacy Labels – Our thousands of formats can be customized to help brand your pharmacy with many of the most popular designs also available in stock formats for smaller releases at long run pricing. Formats include:

• Laser Mated Sheets for use in Lexmark, HP, Kyocera, & all laser printers which offer the convenience of the “all-in-one” form preferred by many retail pharmacies.
• Direct Thermal Labels for Zebra, Cognitive, Datamax, & more can be used to help improve pharmacy workflow at high volume locations and specialty locations like LTC, Hospital, Infusion, and more.
• Thermal labels for Vial filling robots eliminate the role of 3rd parties, brokers, and middlemen (like the robot companies themselves) who re-sell these labels with a markup.
• Perforated patient monograph/consultation forms that can be customized to provide a professional looking patient consultation printout and used in combination with thermal labels.
• Long Term Care labels with re-order pull tabs or on piggyback material increases pharmacy flexibility/ options and are frequently used with blister cards
• Specialty labels of all shapes and sizes can be customized for specialty application including IV’s, Syringes, “Flag Labels”, Refrigerated prescriptions, Unit of use items, and more.
• Thermal transfer labels meet all Class A packaging standards

Paper Prescription Bags:

• 8 different sizes provide flexibility to accommodate everything from small vials to large items like nebulizers
• Custom printing on runs as short as 12,000 allows all pharmacies the opportunity to promote their location with printing consistent with the other branding in use
• Complementary freight on orders of 51,000 or more, mix & match, provides an additional discounts for bulk purchasing
• Pharmacy Automation Supplies is one of the only manufacturers in the industry that uses exclusively 35# bleached clay coat gloss paper which is preferred in pharmacy.

Blister Cards:

• 30, 31, and 32 day heat seal cards provide unit does solutions for all volumes and levels of automation.
• 32 day unit dose cold seal cards provide the flexibility for all locations who prefer an alternative to purchasing heat seal presses.
• Multi-Dose cards allow pharmacists to deliver an entire week’s worth of medication in a single card organized by med-pass.

• Thermal Ribbons for all thermal transfer printers known to be used in pharmacy
• Plastic T-Shirt bags which offer a cost effective solution to large paper bags and can be purchased in both stock and custom options.
• Authentic Lexmark Printer Supplies including both toners & imaging units for all printers ranging from T620 to Brand new MS811 are available for immediate release with FREE freight!

Contact one of our pharmacy support specialists today to learn how our solutions can support your operations AND help you save money in an increasingly competitive marketplace.