09.22.25 -- Control Microbial Contamination Before It Starts – Expert Insights

For all microbiological sampling methods in a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility, it is crucial to ensure samples accurately represent the state of the environment, which is often evaluated by collection efficiency. Learn about active air sampling and the characteristics of various sampling methods designed to optimize collection efficiency.

The Growth Promotion Test (GPT) evaluates whether the culture media in use is suitable for environmental monitoring sampling. The test ensures the medium’s nutritive properties, functionality, and overall quality are sufficient for detecting and counting microbial contaminants. Explore recommendations to follow to ensure a successful GPT.

Viable air monitoring is a key part of any environmental monitoring program in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Read about the updates to the EU GMP Annex 1, as well as current regulatory standards, to better understand potential future trends in the industry.

Microbial environmental monitoring is a growing challenge for the pharmaceutical industry in an increasingly digitized industry, otherwise known as Industry 4.0. Discover how modern data solutions can improve control, accuracy, and safety in critical environments where legacy methods may no longer be enough.

Equip yourself with the essential knowledge needed for effective environmental microbial monitoring by learning about the critical requirements outlined in EU GMP Annex 1 and ISO/EN standards for monitoring airborne microorganisms in cleanrooms.

Hear from industry expert Mark Hallworth, a member of the ISO14644 TR-21 committee. Mark provides an in-depth overview of ISO 14644, with a focus on TR-21, and explains the rationale behind the creation of this document. Gain insight into the development of the TR and practical insights designed to aid in its interpretation and application.

The MiniCapt^® Mobile Microbial Air Sampler is an innovative, light, and mobile viable sampler. It simplifies the job of microbial air sampling by applying modern data management capabilities that save time and reduce operator error in air sampling data.