Storage of Preformed Sterile Barrier Systems Examined

November 11, 2024

The Sterilization Packaging Manufacturers Council (SPMC) has released a new white paper titled Preformed Sterile Barrier Systems Storage and Handling.

Developed by the SPMC’s Technical Committee, the paper delivers recommendations and best practices for the storage of preformed sterile barrier systems prior to their use by a medical device manufacturer or contract packaging manufacturer.

It examines five environmental factors—temperature, humidity, environment, physical protection, and time and equilibration—and explores the role each plays in maintaining the quality and integrity of the stored materials. Read the full article in FlexPack VOICE magazine.