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AnalytiChem’s new locking lid Twistlock plates ensure EM sample security throughout the microbial monitoring process.

15.11.2025
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Conference

AnalytiChem UK (formerly Cherwell) to demonstrate products aimed at ensuring reliability and reducing risk in microbial EM

Specialist products for boosting microbial EM protocol reliability spotlighted by AnalytiChem UK at Pharmig 2025

AnalytiChem UK (formerly Cherwell), microbiology solutions expert, is to exhibit at Pharmig’s 33rd Annual Conference focusing on ‘Hot Topics in Pharmaceutical Microbiology’. To be held at Nottingham Belfry Hotel, 19-20th November, AnalytiChem UK will highlight its range of products for environ…

OPS-SAT PRETTY in the clean room at TU Graz before its launch in 2023. (Image source: Lunghammer – TU Graz)

14.11.2025
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Science

Austrian Satellite Mission PRETTY Continues under the Leadership of TU Graz

The Austrian Space Agency and the European Space Agency (ESA) have approved the mission's continuation. In future, the CubeSat PRETTY will operate as part of the OPS-SAT Space Lab. The project management will be transferred to TU Graz.

For over two years, the Austrian mini-satellite PRETTY has orbite…

Impressed by the quality of the trade fair contacts: Eckelmann celebrated its successful debut at CPHI in Frankfurt as an automation partner for the pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology, and medical technology. (Image credits: Eckelmann AG / K. Ohlenschläger)

14.11.2025
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Automation

Eckelmann looks back on a successful first CPHI

Customized automation for efficient biopharmaceutical production processes

Over 100 customized automation systems in medical technology worldwide, another 100 in biotechnology, and responsibility for 25 development projects: a track record that speaks for itself. The Eckelmann Group has established itself as an automation partner for the pharmaceutical industry, biotechnol…

The new development and production building (shown at top right) towers over the existing manufacturing halls.

An employee of Endress+Hauser Liquid Analysis tests pH sensors in the new building.

Cutting the ribbon in Waldheim: Endress+Hauser inaugurates the new building.

14.11.2025
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New building

The company now has twice the space for developing and manufacturing liquid analysis sensors and components

Endress+Hauser expands footprint in Waldheim

The Endress+Hauser Group has opened a new development and production building for liquid analysis at its Waldheim site in Saxony, Germany. The family-owned company has had a presence in Waldheim since 1990 and has steadily grown its operations there over the years. This latest expansion signals the…

In clean rooms, laboratories, and ESD areas, the highest standards of functionality, safety, and design apply. With the TEXON, the Interstuhl subsidiary Bimos has introduced a work chair that meets these requirements. (Copyright: FreiLacke | Emil Frei GmbH & Co. KG)

The TEXON was awarded gold for its outstanding product design at the German Design Award 2025. (Copyright: FreiLacke | Emil Frei GmbH & Co. KG)

A suitable paint solution was required to meet the specified cleanroom and ESD requirements. (Copyright: FreiLacke | Emil Frei GmbH & Co. KG)

Due to the deployment locations in cleanrooms, ESD, laboratories, and manufacturing, characteristics such as a dissipative setting according to DIN EN IEC 61340-5-1, a highly scratch-resistant surface, and high resistance to sometimes very aggressive cleaning and disinfecting agents were required. (Copyright: FreiLacke | Emil Frei GmbH & Co. KG)

The TEXON meets high standards of functionality, hygiene, and durability. (Copyright: FreiLacke | Emil Frei GmbH & Co. KG)

The developers of FreiLacke succeeded in creating a powder coating surface based on polyester resin that has the look & feel of a matte metal surface. (Copyright: FreiLacke | Emil Frei GmbH & Co. KG)

The Gold Award is the highest honor of the award and is only given to products that are considered groundbreaking for entire industries. The Gold distinction emphasizes the innovative strength and high design quality of TEXON and sends a strong message for the future of ergonomic work. (Copyright: FreiLacke | Emil Frei GmbH & Co. KG)

13.11.2025
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Surface

FreiLacke develops innovative solutions for cleanroom and ESD applications

Powder coatings for the high-tech working world of the future

With the new "TEXON," Interstuhl has launched a task chair under its Bimos brand designed for environments such as cleanrooms, laboratories, and ESD areas. The chair meets high standards of functionality, hygiene, and durability. A key element is a specially developed powder coating from FreiLacke…

13.11.2025
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Robot

Fraunhofer IPA opens robotics external office in the IPAI Spaces in Heilbronn

Since October 1st, Fraunhofer IPA has a new location with several demonstrators for AI-based robotics in the "IPAI Spaces" in Heilbronn. The institute has been represented since the beginning of the year through the Fraunhofer Heilbronn Research and Innovation Centers HNFIZ within the local ecosyste…

Generation change at hotset: Ralf Schwarzkopf (far left) hands over the position of CEO to his cousin Daniel Honsel (far right) on November 1, 2025. Sales Director Sven Braatz (left) is now the second managing director, and Production Manager Philipp Ganghoff (right) is now authorized signatory. (Image: Hotset GmbH)

13.11.2025
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Company

The German tempering technology specialist has restructured its management team.

Leadership change in the executive team of hotset

Since 2002, Ralf Schwarzkopf has been shaping the fortunes of the heating element and sensor manufacturer hotset as CEO. As of November 1, 2025, he has handed over this position to his cousin Daniel Honsel. Simultaneously with this transition into the third family generation, the roles at the top of…

Cleanroom-compatible plastic packaging ensures the quality and hygiene of pharmaceutical products. (Image: Strubl)

The EU Regulation PPWR introduces new requirements for packaging materials – also in the sensitive field of medical technology. (Image: Strubl)

12.11.2025
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Packaging

Cleanroom packaging in contamination-critical environments

When the packaging becomes the burning question

Cleanroom packaging made of plastics ensures the quality of pharmaceutical products – but is under pressure due to new EU regulations balancing patient safety and sustainability. This article shows how PPWR and GMP requirements can be harmonized.

In the production of pharmaceutical or medical device p…

12.11.2025
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EDP, Hardware, Software

Getinge increases efficiency in the cleanroom with modern user interface for cGMP cleaning and sterilization systems

Getinge enhances an efficient cleanroom process in the biopharma industry: An open and flexible visualization system is integrated into the new generation of cGMP cleaning and sterilization systems.

SIMATIC WinCC Unified, Siemens' latest open interface, offers a unified solution for seamless integrat…

To meet the increasing demands in cleanroom technology, modular system construction kits are available that can be flexibly expanded and adapted.

Especially small, walk-in cleanrooms are ideal for integration into existing production environments.

The LED inset light 1200x300 was specifically developed for use in grid ceilings in cleanrooms and ensures uniform light distribution as well as glare-free illumination.

The base stand allows for precise leveling and ensures a stable ground anchoring.

The double leaf door 8 is suitable when wide or particularly tall passages are required in the cleanroom.

With the extensive portfolio, item enables custom constructions for numerous applications in cleanrooms.

11.11.2025
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Modular rooms, Cabins

Flexible space solutions for demanding manufacturing environments

This is how modern cleanrooms can be implemented safely and efficiently

Modular, walk-in clean rooms offer companies a practical and cost-effective solution to meet the highest requirements regarding cleanliness, freedom of movement, and adaptability. Especially in sensitive industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, medical technology, or optical industries, such…

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