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Manufacturing Processes

Evolving Methods of Bulk Freezing

New technologies, sauch as plate-based freezing and thawing based on single-use systems, improve process efficiency and product quality. Innovative solutions are breaking the ice for the evolution of bulk drug freezing.

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Michael Eder

June 23, 2023

Manufacturing Processes

Navigating GMP Annex 1: How Single-Use Assemblies will Comply

GMP Annex 1 significantly impacts the use of single-use assemblies in fluid management processes within the biopharmaceutical industry. It requires manufacturers and stakeholders to adopt a risk-based approach, implement proper controls, and ensure the integrity and sterility of single-use systems.

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David Seifert

June 13, 2023

Manufacturing Processes

Automated bioprocessing – 7 advantages of automation

Automation is affecting various aspects of our lives, including bioprocessing. In this article, we will explore the advantages that come with this development.

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Michael Mühlegger

April 12, 2023

Manufacturing Processes

Dry to Die: How Spray Drying can be Replaced by Freezing in the Production of Bulk Intermediates

Spray drying often leads to product losses of mAbs or vaccines of more than 30%. Plate-based freezing and thawing solutions enable controlled handling of bulk intermediates safely in a vendor-independent, modular and scalable fluid and cold chain management process. 

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Daniel Tischler

April 12, 2023

Manufacturing Processes

Bioprocessing – everything you need to know

Bioprocessing is a fundamental technology for various aspects of our lives, including the biopharma industry. In this article, we will provide some interesting facts about applications, techniques and future expectations regarding bioprocessing.

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Khalil Essani

April 6, 2023

Manufacturing Processes

Biopharma supply chain – 7 risks to be aware of

The entire biopharma industry depends on intact supply chain in order to provide patients with the drug products they need. However, there are several factors that can put the integrity of supply chain at risk. In this article, we will discuss seven of them and explore what can be done to circumvent them.

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Michael Mühlegger

March 29, 2023

Manufacturing Processes

Bulk drug substance management

The following article aims to take a closer look at the term “bulk drug substance” and its meaning, as well as to investigate smart solutions to shorten the phase between development and blockbuster production. Read more about the solution for the biopharmaceutical industry!

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Michael Eder

March 22, 2023

Manufacturing Processes

Microbial Fermentation Manufacturing: Advances through single-use technologies

Microbial fermentation is a powerful, flexible microbiology process used to generate microbial cells or biomass such as proteins and enzymes for the production of vaccines and therapeutics. There are still some challenges to overcome. Many of these challenges in fermentation manufacturing can be solved by replacing traditional systems with single-use technologies. 

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Daniel Tischler

March 17, 2023

Manufacturing Processes

Biopharma packaging - requirements and solutions

In this article, we will discuss the special requirements of biologicals in terms of packaging as well as efficiency and sustainability aspects of biopharma packaging.

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Michael Eder

March 16, 2023

Manufacturing Processes

Challenges in microbial fermentation manufacturing

Microbial fermentation manufacturing is an effective method for the production of APIs, bioconjugates and smaller biologicals that play an important role in biotechnology and the production of biopharmaceuticals. Manufacturers face different challenges during microbial fermentation. Explore the 7 biggest challenges, followed by the introduction of new solutions.

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Daniel Tischler

March 16, 2023

Manufacturing Processes

Filling & Freezing large volumes for fermentation in less than 8 hours

The filling and freezing of large volumes for fermentation is an essential part during different production steps in upstream and downstream processing.  In the following, we will explain why it is important to act fast and how an optimization of the process can be achieved. 

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Daniel Tischler

March 16, 2023

Manufacturing Processes

Primary and secondary packaging of drug substances

Throughout the manufacturing process of drug substances, the liquids must be transferred frequently, such as during the upstream and downstream processing. Safe packaging of large volume substances is of high necessity in each step. Protection is ensured by appropriate primary and secondary packaging. This article will provide an overview of the different types of primary and secondary packaging materials, which are used specifically for safe handling of drug substance. 

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Claus Exenberger

March 14, 2023