Tag: HVAC validation

Smoke Study for Airflow Visualization and Laminarity

Smoke Study for Airflow Visualization and Laminarity Smoke Study for Airflow Visualization and Laminarity In the pharmaceutical industry, the validation of environmental control systems is indispensable for ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance. A critical aspect of this validation process…

HEPA Filter Integrity Testing: DOP/PAO Method Explained

HEPA Filter Integrity Testing: DOP/PAO Method Explained HEPA Filter Integrity Testing: DOP/PAO Method Explained In the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, ensuring the integrity of HEPA filters is critical for maintaining aseptic environments. The DOP (di-octyl phthalate) and PAO (polyalphaolefin) methods…

Microbial Recovery Limits Based on Cleanroom Grades

Microbial Recovery Limits Based on Cleanroom Grades Microbial Recovery Limits Based on Cleanroom Grades In the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, ensuring the integrity and sterility of products is of utmost importance. One crucial aspect influencing this integrity is the microbial…

Trending HVAC Parameters to Predict Contamination Events

Trending HVAC Parameters to Predict Contamination Events Trending HVAC Parameters to Predict Contamination Events The pharmaceutical industry faces stringent regulatory guidelines to ensure product quality and patient safety. One of the critical components within this framework is effective HVAC systems,…

How to Document and Investigate HVAC-Related Excursions

How to Document and Investigate HVAC-Related Excursions How to Document and Investigate HVAC-Related Excursions In the pharmaceutical industry, the sterile environment is crucial for the integrity and quality of products. HVAC systems play a vital role in maintaining these conditions.…

Frequency and Type of Environmental Monitoring Required

Frequency and Type of Environmental Monitoring Required Frequency and Type of Environmental Monitoring Required Environmental monitoring (EM) is an essential component of pharmaceutical manufacturing, particularly in sterile and cleanroom facilities. It ensures that the environment is maintained within defined parameters,…

Integration of HVAC Data into QMS and CPV Systems

Integration of HVAC Data into QMS and CPV Systems Integration of HVAC Data into QMS and CPV Systems The integration of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) data into Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Continued Process Verification (CPV) systems is…

Case Study: HVAC Failure Detected via Microbial Spike

Case Study: HVAC Failure Detected via Microbial Spike Case Study: HVAC Failure Detected via Microbial Spike This article details a progressive step-by-step tutorial on the validation lifecycle concerning a case study of HVAC failure detected via microbial spike. The primary…

Mapping Cleanroom Zones for Optimal Sampling Points

Mapping Cleanroom Zones for Optimal Sampling Points Mapping Cleanroom Zones for Optimal Sampling Points In the highly regulated pharmaceutical and biologics industries, the validation process is a critical function that ensures the quality, safety, and efficacy of products. An essential…

HVAC Performance and Seasonal Variation in Monitoring Results

HVAC Performance and Seasonal Variation in Monitoring Results HVAC Performance and Seasonal Variation in Monitoring Results Step 1: User Requirement Specification (URS) and Risk Assessment The foundation of a robust validation process is the User Requirement Specification (URS). This document…