Sterility assurance for single-use products is a critical aspect of ensuring the safety and effectiveness of medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and other products designed for single-use in healthcare settings. Maintaining sterility is essential to prevent infections and other adverse events that can result from microbial contamination. Here are some key considerations for sterility assurance in single-use products:
A Guide to Cleanroom Manufacturing
Jul
26
2023
A cleanroom is a controlled environment designed to minimize contamination from particles and other pollutants that could affect sensitive processes or products. These specialized environments are used in various industries, including semiconductor manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, aerospace, and more.
What to Consider When Selecting a Hose for Steam Transfer
Feb
07
2022
Steam Transfer Hose Assemblies & Fittings
Our last post pointed out the three reasons why you should use PTFE lined hose assemblies in your manufacturing processes. In this post we will cover hoses that are used for steam transfer and things to think about when dealing with steam transfer hoses.
3 Reasons You Should Be Using PTFE Braided Hoses In Your Manufacturing Process
Nov
16
2021
Our last post outlined potential issues associated with the right way to manage preventative hose maintenance. This post will cover advantages of using stainless braided PTFE in your manufacturing process. A quality hose can allow you to increase your manufacturing throughput. These are the top three factors you need to consider when choosing a quality hose in your manufacturing:
Strength and Durability
How to Prolong the Life of Your Sanitary Hose
Jun
07
2021
How to Prolong the Life of your Sanitary Hose?
In our last post, we gave you an introduction to 3A Hose Assemblies and uncovered the elements and benefits of 3A certifications. In this post, we will focus on preventative sanitary hose maintenance and the main issues associated with maintaining your sanitary hose, while also illustrating solutions to help prolong the life of your sanitary hose.
The Importance of 3A Hose Assemblies
Apr
12
2021
What is the Importance of 3A Hose Assemblies?
In our last blog, we explained the features that comprise a standard Sanitary Hose and how certain FDA certifications can designate a Food Grade Hose. In this post, we will give an introduction to 3A, the benefits of your equipment displaying the 3A symbol, and will uncover the elements of 3A standards for hose assemblies. 3A Standards, a platinum-level set of guidelines, are important to understand because they provide a high standard for the hygienic qualities of the equipment used to produce products that we all use.
Food Grade Hoses 101
Feb
03
2021
Welcome to Food Grade Hoses 101. During this crash course we’ll cover the basic construction of a sanitary hose, the building blocks of FDA compliance, and specific certifications.
You likely have an understanding of hose construction. But, if you need to brush up, allow me to provide the basics. Most hoses are comprised of 3 elements:
