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• 1950s–60s: Germany’s first blister packaging machine (Bosch) formed PVC for medical blister pack, replacing glass bottles but needing manual operation.​

• 1970s–90s: Cold-forming aluminum boosted medical blister packaging barrier properties; blister sealing machine and semi-auto blister packing machine (200–300 units/hour) expanded use to electronics/food.​

• 2000s–2020: Automatic blister packing machine (600–1,300 units/min) dominated; PVC was cheap but non-recyclable. China became a top blister machine maker, cutting global prices by 20–25%.​

• 2021–Now: PET/PLA replaced PVC in 60% of uses; blister machine adds RFID/QR for tracking. Certifications like CE/FDA/GMP are mandatory for all commercial models.​

2. 2025 Core Trends​

• Eco-Materials: PPWR requires 90% recyclable packaging. PET (100% recyclable, 3x better barrier than PVC) suits medical blister packaging; PLA (compostable) works for food. Bayer’s PET switch cut water use by 78%.​

• Smart Tracking: FDA/EU rules need end-to-end tracing. Blister packaging machine adds RFID/QR to medical blister pack—Schreiner’s solution lets patients scan for authenticity.​

• Tighter Compliance: Blister machine must have CE/FDA/GMP/ISO 14001. Suppliers offer audit packages to stay updated.​

3. 4 Critical Selection Tips​

• Material Compatibility: Pick blister machine (e.g., automatic blister packing machine) that handles PET/PLA. For medical blister packaging, ensure blister sealing machine works with cold-forming aluminum.​

• Efficiency: Mid-speed (200–600 units/min) blister packing machine fits most; high-speed (600–1,300 units/min) for large pharma. Aim for ≤0.5% 8-hour failure rate.​

• Intelligence: Choose blister machine with online inspection and ERP integration—critical for medical blister pack tracking.​

• Compliance & Service: Select CE/FDA/GMP-certified equipment. Ensure 24/7 support (48-hour response in EU/US) and 3+ year warranty.​

4. Industry-Specific Solutions​

• Pharma: Cold-forming blister packaging machine + RFID/QR for medical blister packaging (meets PPWR/FDA).​

• Electronics: Anti-static blister machine (thermoforming) for damage protection.​

• Food/Cosmetics: PET/PLA-compatible blister packing machine with custom shapes for shelf appeal.​

5. 2025 Investment Advice​

• Avoid overpaying for speed: SMEs use mid-speed blister machine; large firms invest in smart lines.​

• Prioritize eco-features to avoid obsolescence and qualify for subsidies.​

• Demand full lifecycle support (installation, training, audits) for blister packing machine and automatic blister packing machine.