Alexander Fuchs | Single Use Support

Alexander Fuchs

Head of Product Line Management

Alexander is Head of Product Line Management. He owns a wide range of experience and knowledge in various and different industries such as jewellery, manufacturing industry and biopharma, and multiple areas of activities due to his highly technical education and intensive insights. 

Passionate for Automation, Engineering and Process Management Alexander contributes to the innovative focus of advancing cold chain management within the biopharmaceutical industry. 

Articles written by Alexander Fuchs

December 7, 2023

Advanced cold chain solutions for the development of vaccines

Cold chain management is essential to provide safety and efficiency of various vaccines. In this article, we will discuss different cold chain solutions for optimized vaccine evelopment.

December 4, 2023

Fluid management solutions for vaccine manufacturers

When it comes to vaccine manufacturing, companies inevitably have to bother with fluid management. In this article, we will discuss some relevant aspects of fluid management solutions for vaccine manufacturers.

November 20, 2023

Advancements in Small Volumes Drug Freezing Techniques

Freezing small volumes extends beyond laboratory settings to include commercialized manufacturing processes for small batches in biomanufacturing, like cell banking, gene therapies utilizing viral vectors, lipid nanoparticles, and fill & finish procedures.

September 20, 2023

Freezing & thawing viral vectors: Best practices

Proper handling of viral vectors during storage, freezing, and thawing is crucial to maintaining their integrity and efficacy. In this article, we will explore best practices for preserving viral vectors, ensuring their stability, and maximizing their potential for various applications.

September 6, 2023

Sustainable Freezing in Biopharma: An Exploration of Natural Gas Usage

In the biopharmaceutical sector, the utilization of F-Gases is on a decline. However, the need for cryopreservation of drug substances will remain. In order to contribute to a more environmentally friendly freezing of drugs, more sustainable technologies need to be developed and applied. But is sustainable freezing even possible?

September 4, 2023

Start Pharma 4.0: Examples to Advance Ultra-Cold Storage of Drug Substances

Innovative manufacturers are striving for operational excellence in as many areas of bioprocessing as possible. In return,a standardized and fully automated processes contribute to cost efficiency, patient safety, and sustainability in biomanufacturing. 

July 4, 2023

Freezing mRNA: best practice

Considering the manifold applications of mRNA, it is essential to establish optimal freezing processes that maintain viability and effectiveness. In this article, we will compare different freezing methods for mRNA.

June 26, 2023

Freezing LNPs & the impact on their long-term stability

Freezing is a significant process step in the manufacturing of LNP-based products. In this article, we will therefore take a look at the impact freezing has on lipid nanoparticles.

March 14, 2023

Cold chain handling for fermentation: Single-use solutions to lower costs

As expert for cold chain handling in bioprocessing, Single Use Support is providing solutions to meet challenges for safe storing and shipping associated with right freezing and thawing methods and temperature control for long-term storage. Their development approach leads to innovative systems that enable manufacturers to replace manual processes with fully automated end-to-end processes that not only push efficiency but also increase output.

March 7, 2023

Freezing drug substance – taking control over large volume pharmaceutical freezing

Freezing large volumes of drug substance can be a challenging endeavor. In this article, we will discuss main considerations as well as possible solutions for this delicate process.

July 25, 2022

Pharmaceutical cold chain management – overview of all freezing ranges

Temperature plays a significant role in the production and distribution of several revolutionary biologics. But how does the pharmaceutical cold chain work, and what temperature ranges are most frequently chosen? You will find out in this article!

May 18, 2022

Plate freezing: best approach for freezing biopharmaceuticals

Plate freezing is a process where a product’s temperature is reduced by the means of contact with cold surfaces. Thus, a defining step in the freeze-thaw process for conservation, with several advantages for biopharma.