Pharmaceuticals
News
Cellon debuts sterile single-use containers – 27-Apr-2012
The range is ideal for use in the handling and storage of biologicals
Vacuum lifting solution for easier handling of sacks or bags– 19-Apr-2012
Sacks can be split and opened without losing suction
Tiger-Vac SS-35L EX provides safe disposal of contaminated dust– 10-Apr-2012
Includes HEPA filters for cleanroom applications
Antibiotic resistance genes accumulating in Lake Geneva, study finds– 23-Mar-2012
Some bacteria appear to withstand or be promoted by treatment processes
PPT Vision machine vision system now has IP67 capabilities– 19-Mar-2012
Suitable for use in demanding environments such as pharma and food and beverage inspections
Process Seals develops white hygienic sealing material – 6-Mar-2012
For pharmaceutical, food and biotech applications
Haselmeier to establish pen injector assembly facility in India– 28-Feb-2012
Growing incidence of diabetes will increase demand for high quality, affordable pen injectors
HydroWhirl S tank cleaning nozzle now ATEX certified– 24-Feb-2012
For use in atmospheres that are potentially explosive
Beijing pharma firm orders downflow booth from Mach-Aire (Shanghai)– 20-Feb-2012
First order for Mach-Aire joint venture in China
Perfecseal medical pouch converting meets Class 7 cleanroom standards– 8-Feb-2012
Part of ongoing improvement plan focused on risk reduction
MultiFLEXA 250 offers speed and flexibility– 31-Jan-2012
Continuous motion capsule filling machine is equipped with the MultiNETT weight control system
AirLINE improves pneumatic control of actuators– 25-Jan-2012
Provides a flexible, time-saving solution for hygienic process actuation
Articles
The UK banks on research and science– 22-Mar-2012
UK industry is currently beset by high business costs, overly cautious lending and government austerity measures. But some support for r&d has been forthcoming through recent UK Government funding and tax credits, while regional grants are encouraging investment in some areas. The pharmaceutical industry accounts for 60% of r&d spending in the UK, but other sectors such as healthcare, automotive and the space industry, are offering opportunities for cleanroom suppliers.
Kozy times for the French– 23-Jan-2012
France is strong in industrial sectors, including telecoms, aerospace and defence, pharmaceuticals, chemicals and automobile production. As a leading exponent of nuclear energy, it has developed specialised contamination control knowhow. Per capita spending on medicines and healthcare is among the highest in Europe and it ranks among the top five largest medical device markets in the world. France is a large r&d spender, focused around innovation clusters dedicated to various industry sectors.