From the time of Swiss watchmakers, who used bell jars to prevent dust from falling on their timepieces, to the development of high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters for atomic energy production, manufacturers have worked to limit airborne contamination in their production environments. Today, ISO standards still emphasize air filtration and air distribution requirements, but the […]
Read MoreEnormous strides have been made in the pharmaceutical manufacturing arena over the generations. Gone are the days of the local pharmacist concocting tablets in his storefront for “made-to-order” prescriptions. Today, the use of cleanrooms is essential for contamination control, and the cleanroom has evolved into a science of its own. Keeping airborne contaminants generated by […]
Read MoreChallenge “Our manufacturing area of this facility sees a steady flow of traffic, with material handling, packaging and product moving in and out of a series of mixing rooms,” stated the Vice-President of Engineering at a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer. Room separation was an important consideration in the layout of this facility, which compounds pharmaceuticals for […]
Read MoreChallenge When Atlanta-based Mikart decided to modernize their liquid and oral dose manufacturing facilities, door systems were integral to the revitalization process. As a provider in pharmaceutical formulation and development, contract manufacturing and packaging services, Mikart wanted to replace their existing doors with a complete and integrated, “system” of doors, that would offer exceptional […]
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