Process-safe RFID labeling for vials by Schreiner MediPharm and HERMA at interpack

The robust RFID label from Schreiner MediPharm reliably protects the integrated chip from mechanical stress and ensures long-term secure functionality.

The HERMA 132M HC labeling machine enables precise and process-safe application of the robust RFID labels from Schreiner MediPharm, even at high cycle rates.

Schreiner MediPharm, a leading developer and manufacturer of innovative functional labels for the healthcare industry, and HERMA, an expert in labeling machines, are combining their expertise for an integrated RFID labeling solution. The combination of particularly robust RFID labels and precise labeling technology enables high process stability and reliable results even in high-speed applications in the pharmaceutical industry. At interpack in Düsseldorf, the joint solution for vial labeling was presented live for the first time.

RFID and NFC technologies are increasingly gaining importance in the pharmaceutical industry, for example for automated medication management, traceability, tamper evidence, and digitalization of processes. At the same time, there are high requirements for the mechanical durability of the integrated chips and protection against chip breakage, as well as precision and stability in the labeling process. Against this background, Schreiner MediPharm and HERMA have developed a coordinated overall solution that specifically addresses these challenges.

The robust RFID labels from Schreiner MediPharm feature a special design: thanks to a special construction to protect the integrated RFID chip, they are characterized by very high resistance to mechanical stresses and impacts. The robust RFID labels are suitable for containers with tight radii, such as vials or syringes, and enable trouble-free application in pharmaceutical manufacturing. The RFID functionality remains guaranteed from production to end-use, and the RFID label can be reliably read at any time.

In combination with HERMA's process-optimized labeling technology, which is specifically designed to conserve materials, a system is created that allows reliable RFID integration even in demanding applications and at high speeds. Tests on the HERMA 132M HC round-labeling machine, developed for the pharmaceutical industry, show that the breakage rate of RFID chips integrated into the label is practically zero, while traditional standard labels can experience significantly higher failure rates.