Automation and Process Control
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PAT and TOC Analysis With an Onboard Automated Standards Introduction System ...
by Hach Ultra
White paper
<P>This paper describes the use of an on-board automated sample introduction system (OASIS) that is used to run verification standards and system suitability tests in order to ensure the reliability of the TOC results. </P>
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Automation and control systems
by A&B Process Systems Corp.
White paper
This white paper by A&B Process Systems Corp. explains automation and control systems including supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems and programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
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Geometry Unifies Process Control, Production Control and Alarm Management
By Curvaceous Software Ltd.
White paper
This white paper from Curvaceous Software Ltd. shows how geometric process control (GPC) combines the three key plant applications of process control, production control and alarm management and improves all three.
Honeywell Capitalizes on Plant Knowledge and a Life Cycle of Value
By Aberdeen Group
White paper
In this white paper by Aberdeen Group Inc., Honeywell Process Solutions (HPS), a global solution provider of process control systems, software and related services, is evaluated. HPS's solutions are worthy of review by pharmaceutical manufacturers because plant and business systems are linked while mission-critical applications are kept up and running.
Advanced standard operating procedures
By Rockwell Automation Inc.
Application note
In this application note, Rockwell Automation Inc. describes how its compliance services support and lead initiatives to help optimize, enhance or substitute standard operating procedures to optimally use risk-based concepts and to streamline SOP system for efficiency.
Foresight, formulation and technology transfer for high-volume drug ...
By MDS Pharma Services
White paper
This white paper by MDS Pharma Services features an interview with Brian McMillan, section head of formulation development, about foresight, formulation and technology transfer for high-volume drug manufacturing.
Fundamentals of Profibus PA networks
By Krohne Inc.
Application note
In this application note, Krohne Inc. describes Process Field Bus (Profibus) which allows exchange of data between devices made by different manufacturers without the need for special adaptation of the interface detailing its specifications and the Profibus-PA planning process which has been optimized to suit process engineering requirements.
Operational excellence: Transforming pharmaceutical manufacturing in your own...
By Emerson Process Management
White paper
This white paper by Emerson Process Management discusses operational excellence programs that can maximize product quality, safety, plant efficiency and throughput and improve business results.
State of the process automation industry
By Micro Motion, a division of Emerson Process Management
White paper
This white paper provides an overview of the global process automation industry, as well as snapshots of the industry's recent and future development in various regions of the world.
Improving Efficiency With A Calibration Workshop Solution
By Beamex
Case study
In this case study, Reliance Industries Ltd.'s Patalganga plant in India utilized several Beamex MCS100 workstations for pressure calibration.
Conditions Right for Life Sciences Industry to Pursue Innovative Automation ...
By Emerson Process Management
White paper
Conditions are encouraging pharmaceutical manufacturers to upgrade their systems and reap the benefits. This white paper by Emerson Process Management tracks this progress.
Supporting the Pharmaceutical Industry with 21 CFR Part 11 Compliance Readiness
By PANalytical Inc.
White paper
The purpose of this document is to describe how PANalytical systems support system owners meeting the requirements of the 21 CFR Part 11 regulations issued by the United States’ FDA.
Geometry Unifies Process Control, Production Control and Alarm Management
By Curvaceous Software Ltd.
White paper
This white paper from Curvaceous Software Ltd. shows how geometric process control (GPC) combines the three key plant applications of process control, production control and alarm management and improves all three.
Online auditing of alarm systems
By Machine Automation Inc.
White paper
When an alarm system re-engineering project has trouble getting approval, one way to justify it is installing an online alarm auditing tool. The right tool can uncover opportunities for improvement and payback, explains Machine Automation Inc. in this white paper.
There are currently no reports available for this topic.
Batch XML interfacing
By Honeywell Process Solutions
White paper
In this white paper from Honeywell Process Solutions, ways to integrate information technology and batch control in the pharma industry are examined with a summary of some expected benefits.
S88 standard makes machine control more flexible and easier to maintain
By GE Fanuc Automation
Case study
In this case study, GE Fanuc Automation Inc. provides Collette N.V. with standard batch management and control that results in S88 standardization, integrated 21 CFR Part 11 support, and centralized storage of batch and process data.
K-TOPS Plant Simulation for Batch Processes
By Alfa Laval Biokinetics
Product collateral
K-TOPS is a licensable, event-based plant simulation software tool specially developed by Alfa Laval Biokinetics Inc. for the biopharmaceutical industry.
RAPID-Batch
By Automsoft
Application note
In this application note, Automsoft describes the features associated with its RAPID-Batch, the the challenges involved in implementing batch reporting and how Automsoft technology solves these problems.
Precision Pharma Services Inc. ensures batch control system data accuracy
By Kistler-Morse Corp.
Case study
In this case study, Kistler-Morse Corp. instrumented vessels at Precision Pharma Services Inc.’s biological products facility with a multi-vessel system controller that significantly helped expedite startup.
There are currently no reports available for this topic.
There are currently no reports available for this topic.
Evaluating geometric pattern matching
By Cognex Corp.
White paper
This white paper from Cognex describes ten of the most important questions that pharmaceutical manufacturers should ask regarding pattern matching yield, accuracy, speed and pattern training for a new version of pattern matching technology called geometric pattern matching, which learns an object's geometry.
Buying a vision sensor: Ten questions you must ask
By Cognex Corp.
White paper
This guide from Cognex Corp. will help you provide answers to the ten most important questions you should ask before investing in a vision sensor, and offers valuable tips on how to evaluate specific product features.
150-Watt Quartz Halogen Fiber Optic Illuminator
Product collateral
Dolan-Jenner introduces the new Fiber-Lite DC950H Machine Vision Fiber Optic Illuminator for machine vision integrators.
PAT and TOC Analysis With an Onboard Automated Standards Introduction System ...
By Hach Ultra
White paper
<P>This paper describes the use of an on-board automated sample introduction system (OASIS) that is used to run verification standards and system suitability tests in order to ensure the reliability of the TOC results. </P>
PAT: Exploring the New Philosophy of the FDA
By Automsoft
White paper
In this white paper, Automsoft details the FDA's move from inspected quality to a system of continuous quality management supported by key technologies, and the importance of information technology in process analytical technology (PAT).
Online Analysis of Tablets Including Content Uniformity
By Bruker Optics Inc.
White paper
In this white paper, Bruker Optics shows how its near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy products can be used at almost each step of tablet manufacturing in the pharmaceutical industry, from raw material control to content uniformity analysis of the dosage unit.
Clarkston survey: Leveraging process analytical technology
By Clarkston Consulting
White paper
In this white paper by Clarkston Consulting, 10 pharmaceutical companies were interviewed about their activity following the FDA's draft guidance on process analytical technology (PAT). The survey found incompatible or unreliable technology and lack of organizational readiness were the most commonly cited hurdles to implementation of PAT.
Fault tolerance is the missing ingredient in the pharma drive for process ...
By Stratus Technologies
White paper
This white paper by Stratus Technologies outlines the pharma industry's need for fault-tolerant computing, based on growing needs for electronic batch record (EBR) and process analytical technology (PAT) information systems.
The state of PAT in the pharmaceutical industry
By Pavilion Technologies
White paper
This study by Pavilion Technologies asked major manufacturers to share details and insights regarding process analytical technology (PAT).
Process analytical technologies and nonviable particle counting
By Particle Measuring Systems
White paper
In this white paper by Particle Measuring Systems, the relationship between process analytical technology (PAT) and particle measurement in a cleanroom situation is discussed.
The drug industry at a crossroad: PAT's role
By NeuroMolecular Pharmaceuticals
White paper
In this white paper by NeuroMolecular Pharmaceuticals Inc., process analytical technology (PAT) is discussed, along with the answer to the question: Why is the pharmaceutical industry taking a sudden interest in PAT it has been utilized for many years elsewhere?
Pharma competence: Your process analytical technology guide
By Siemens Corp.
White paper
This white paper by Siemens AG discusses how pharmaceutical companies can achieve manufacturing goals using process analytical technology (PAT) in a variety of ways, including determining how to minimize off-spec products and maximize product yields; creating consistent quality and earlier identification of unsuccessful batches and 24-hour process control.
Beyond compliance: The future of pharmaceutical manufacturing
By Cimquest Inc.
White paper
This white paper from Cimquest Inc. discusses the FDA's process analytical technology (PAT) framework, and the challenge facing pharmaceutical industry executives to marry the FDA's vision with the industry's fear of increasing regulation and lawsuits.
Automation and control systems
By A&B Process Systems Corp.
White paper
This white paper by A&B Process Systems Corp. explains automation and control systems including supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems and programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
There are currently no reports available for this topic.
