Volume 30, Number 1

Table of Contents

Articles

Case Study: Project Execution Strategy for MAB Building 95, Overall Winner, 2009 Facility of the Year Awards

by Rochelle Runasy
This case study focuses on the plan, design, and construction of the unique concept and layout of Roche's biotech facility, MAB Building 95, Overall Winner of the 2009 Facility of the Year Awards.

Case Study: Utilizing Electron Beam Surface Decontamination to Transfer Sterile Syringe Barrels into an Isolated Aseptic Syringe Filling Line

by Mr. Oliver Vogt
This case study presents a project within Hospira, Inc., utilizing an Electron Beam Surface Decontamination system integrated into an isolated aseptic syringe filling line to transfer pre-sterilized syringes into the filling line. 

Microreactor Technology: Innovations in Production Processes

by Dr. Yukako Asano, Togashi Shigenori, Tsudome Hidekazu, Sei Murakami
This article presents microreactor technology providing the effective numbering-up processes from R&D to plant construction, which enables facility and equipment installation times to be reduced and yields and product qualities to be improved. 

Pharmaceutical Engineering Interviews Wesley P. Wheeler, CEO and President, Patheon

by Gloria Hall
Wesley P. Wheeler discusses the current state of contract manufacturing in a challenging economic environment and how Patheon strives for efficiency and service excellence under his leadership. 

Test Automation in GxP Regulated Environments

by Ms. Radha Ramesh
This article covers the methods, technologies, and case studies for the automated testing of an installed system. 

A Synopsis of Explosion Hazards During the Transfer of Powders into Flammable Solvents and Explosion Preventative Measures 

by Martin Glor
This article presents the explosion hazards associated with powder transfer into vessels, which may contain flammable solvent vapors. The formation of explosive atmospheres and occurrence of ignition sources such as static electricity are described. Preventive measures and technical equipment are outlined and discussed. 

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