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“ Further acquisition of an engineering company was also integrated into the group ,” Andy shares , “ which has enabled us to build and produce all our own blister tooling . This has provided us with a significant market advantage . Relying on the main machine manufacturers results in long lead times for a set of tooling . We can now produce our own blister tool in as little as four-to-six weeks or within eight weeks at most . What this evolution demonstrates is a drive towards building an independent turn-key solution with short lead times .
“ We have systems in place to assist third party companies that require support with aggressive timelines . Having control over the various touch points throughout the process from manufacturing right the way through to distribution is a significant advantage . Over the years , we ’ ve grown into an operation with over 450 employees across the group . Our diverse workforce and operating hours provide flexibility and maintain a dedicated customer service .” Andy goes on to shed more light on the specific services Wasdell provides : “ We offer a comprehensive range of packaging services , including the blistering and bottling of solid dose products , sachet filling of powders , liquids , creams and gels , as well as liquid manufacturing . In terms of secondary
packaging , we can support a range of services including changes in livery , re-working , labelling , and kit assemblies . Additionally , we have a range of support functions including track and trace capabilities to help combat the counterfeiting of medicines , cold chain storage and distribution services , CD storage and laboratory services .”
Indeed , Wasdell offers its customers access to experienced laboratory analysts , microbiologists and managed contract laboratory capabilities . Its laboratories offer analytical capabilities for chemical , physical and microbiological analysis including HPLC testing services , FTIR and wet chemistry . With scope for expansion , Wasdell ensures it can deliver services that fit with its clients ’ needs . Strong client relationships ensure the company fully understands requirements for transfer and qualification of test methods , ensuring a quick and easy route to QC release testing .
Wasdell provides true partnership , and its customers appreciate this personalized approach . The team tackles every project with a solution-driven mindset that helps to forge long-term customer partnerships . “ We value our employees ; we promote from within wherever possible and make sure we listen to our staff , taking on their ideas and
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