Tag: HVAC validation

Performance Qualification (PQ): Cleanroom Recovery, Velocity, and Monitoring

Performance Qualification (PQ): Cleanroom Recovery, Velocity, and Monitoring Performance Qualification (PQ): Cleanroom Recovery, Velocity, and Monitoring Cleaning validation is a critical component of compliant operations in the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors. To ensure that these environments meet regulatory expectations,…

Operational Qualification Tests: AHU Functionality and Alarm Verification

Operational Qualification Tests: AHU Functionality and Alarm Verification Operational Qualification Tests: AHU Functionality and Alarm Verification Step 1: Understanding User Requirements Specifications (URS) and Risk Assessment The foundation of any validation effort lies within the User Requirements Specification (URS) and…

Installation Qualification (IQ) Checklist for HVAC Equipment

Installation Qualification (IQ) Checklist for HVAC Equipment Installation Qualification (IQ) Checklist for HVAC Equipment The Installation Qualification (IQ) phase is a critical component of the validation lifecycle in the pharmaceutical and medical device industries. This detailed validation tutorial aims to…

Role of Return Air Risers and Terminal Filters in Cleanroom Control

Role of Return Air Risers and Terminal Filters in Cleanroom Control Role of Return Air Risers and Terminal Filters in Cleanroom Control Ensuring a controlled environment within cleanrooms is crucial for the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries. The design and operation…

Risk-Based Approach to HVAC Design for New Facilities

Risk-Based Approach to HVAC Design for New Facilities Risk-Based Approach to HVAC Design for New Facilities In the pharmaceutical and biologics industries, maintaining a controlled environment is paramount for compliance with regulatory standards and for ensuring product quality. The HVAC…

Sample HVAC Layout Plans for Grade A to D Areas

Sample HVAC Layout Plans for Grade A to D Areas Sample HVAC Layout Plans for Grade A to D Areas The design, validation, and continued assurance of HVAC systems used in pharmaceutical manufacturing are critical components in ensuring compliance with…

Classification Requirements for Support Areas and Material Transfer Zones

Classification Requirements for Support Areas and Material Transfer Zones Classification Requirements for Support Areas and Material Transfer Zones In the pharmaceutical and biologics industries, maintaining a controlled environment is paramount to ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance. The classification of…

How to Select Filters: HEPA, ULPA, and Pre-Filters for HVAC

How to Select Filters: HEPA, ULPA, and Pre-Filters for HVAC How to Select Filters: HEPA, ULPA, and Pre-Filters for HVAC Step 1: Understanding User Requirements Specification (URS) & Risk Assessment The foundation of any validation lifecycle begins with a clear…

Setting Up Differential Pressure and Air Change Rate Parameters

Setting Up Differential Pressure and Air Change Rate Parameters Setting Up Differential Pressure and Air Change Rate Parameters Step 1: Understanding User Requirements Specification (URS) and Risk Assessment The first critical step in the validation lifecycle involves the creation of…