Fast-track realization of a SiC wafer production factory
STMicroelectronics' (ST) competence center for power semiconductors is located in Catania, Sicily. Research, development and production of silicon carbide (SiC) substrates are combined there in cooperation with research institutes, universities and suppliers. Valtria is currently supporting ST in the rapid construction of an integrated clean room production facility for the manufacture of SiC-based raw and epitaxial wafers, with the aim of increasing ST's supply [...]
Overcoming challenges in the production of ATMPs
As cell and gene therapy continues to advance in modern biomedical research, the demand for advanced cell therapy procedures is increasing. The corresponding manufacturing processes rely on strict cGMP requirements for an aseptic environment to safely prepare and process sterile therapy products with the highest integrity, including CAR T-cell immunotherapy as well as platelet-rich plasma or mesenchymal stem cell therapy treatments. Given the [...]
Ready-engineered solutions under time pressure for market launch
Various innovative, aseptic-toxic filling concepts are presented in which the filling line merges with the isolator and is viewed as a single unit. he development of the various innovative, aseptic-toxic filling concepts focused on optimum operability, employee protection and cleanability. These concepts seamlessly integrate the filling line with the isolator to form a single unit. This ensures efficient and safe handling [...]
Waste heat utilization in the pharmaceutical industry
Waste heat utilization has great potential for saving energy and CO2 and is mandatory, especially in view of the new Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG). The presentation will show how the potential can be systematically determined using a PINCH analysis and how measures such as energy networks with heat pumps can then be derived from this to reduce primary energy requirements. For example, [...]
Low-temperature supply chain with robotics and biobank
In the presentation, new developments in the field of low temperature logistics with robotics in the temperature range from -40°C to -160°C and a new biobank at -80°C from Azenta (BioArc Ultra) with cold air refrigeration technology will be presented. The solution uses air / R729 as a refrigerant, which is particularly efficient, fail-safe and environmentally friendly. In addition, the current status of refrigerant regulations and the associated [...]
Pharmaceutical blast freezer for whole pallets and APIs
The PharmaBlastFreeze is a freezer for pallets and large containers of pharmaceutical products. Thanks to its compact design and large interior, the PharmaBlastFreeze can accommodate various packaging materials and can therefore be used universally. In addition to products in bag systems, bottle systems can also be easily processed and products in all common packaging materials can be frozen. The flexibly adjustable [...]
Furnishing cleanrooms correctly: Choice of materials and design
The installation of personnel airlocks and cleanrooms offers a wide range of possibilities while at the same time numerous guidelines and specifications must be observed. The presentation will examine the special requirements placed on the furnishing of cleanrooms and personnel airlocks by both authorities and users and how these can be met. It will be shown which materials are usually [...]
Planning the perfect cleanroom airlock
Staff access influences work processes and cleanliness levels. Only with the appropriate planning and equipment can clothing be both cleanroom-compatible and efficient. In addition to personnel routes, the supply of clothing items and their disposal must also be considered. Using practical examples of personnel airlocks designed and implemented for customers in the pharmaceutical industry, which optimize throughput and take future requirements and guidelines into account, solutions are [...]
The role of employee qualification in the context of CCS
People are the key factor in successful contamination control - this is nothing new, even if we are now talking about a Contamination Control Strategy (CCS). Why are there still too many ineffective training concepts in use? This presentation will shed light on why it must start with a precise definition of learning objectives, how recurring (digital) learning impulses can motivate personal identification [...].
Implementation of an innovative blended learning concept
Developing and rolling out a new learning concept for more than 100 employees working at different locations often turns out to be a challenge that many companies shy away from. How did comprei deal with this challenge? What was the motivation behind questioning established systems and processes? How was the project approached? And what benefits for [...]