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Strong international visitor attendance at MEDICA 2023 + COMPAMED 2023 in Düsseldorf (© Constanze Tillmann/ Messe Düsseldorf).

20.11.2023
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Trade fair

MEDICA and COMPAMED: Medical technology business is profiting from strong appeal to international visitors

High proportion of decision-makers, unique variety of innovations and a high-calibre accompanying programme

After four days of business, MEDICA and COMPAMED in Düsseldorf delivered impressive confirmation that they are excellent platforms for the worldwide medical technology business and the top-leve…

Test 1 – Visualization of the basic flow / Figure 2: Visualization of the basic flow with Nebula Fluid Extra Clean in the left image and via CFD simulation in the middle image. On the right, the visualization with water mist.

Test 1 – Visualization of the basic flow / Figure 2: Visualization of the basic flow with Extra Clean fog fluid in the left image and via CFD simulation in the middle image. On the right, the visualization with water mist.

Test 2 – Visualization of vortex regions / Figure 3: Visualization of the vortex region with Extra Clean fog fluid in the left image, using CFD simulation in the middle image, and with water mist in the right image.

Test 2 – Visualization of vortex regions / Figure 3: Visualization of the vortex region with Nebelfluid Extra Clean in the left image, using CFD simulation in the middle image, and with water mist in the right image.

Test 2 – Visualization of Vortex Regions / Figure 3: Visualization of the vortex region with Nebula Fluid Extra Clean in the left image, via CFD simulation in the middle image, and with water mist in the right image.

Test 3 – Visualization of the Fog Ascent Height / Figure 4: Visualization of the fog ascent height with Fog Fluid Extra Clean with low impulse in the left image. The middle image shows the visualization with water vapor with low impulse. The right image also shows water vapor but with high impulse

Test 3 – Visualization of the Fog Rise Height / Figure 4: Visualization of the fog rise height with Fog Fluid Extra Clean with low momentum in the left image. The middle image shows the visualization with water vapor with low momentum. The right image also shows water vapor but with high momentum.

Table 2: Evaluation of the fog ascent height (see Figure 4)

Test 4 – Visualization of cloud dispersion in vortex areas / Figure 5: Visualization of cloud dispersion with Nebelfluid Extra Clean with low momentum in the left image. The middle image shows a CFD simulation, and the right image displays water mist with low momentum

Test 4 – Visualization of cloud dispersion in vortex areas / Figure 5: Visualization of cloud dispersion with Nebelfluid Extra Clean with low impulse in the left image. In the middle image via CFD simulation and in the right image with water mist with low impulse

Test 4 – Visualization of fog dispersion in vortex areas / Figure 5: Visualization of fog dispersion with fog fluid Extra Clean with low momentum in the left image. In the middle image via CFD simulation and in the right image with water fog with low momentum

Figure 1: Sinking of the water fog with increasing distance from the fog outlet at three different fog densities (1.1, 1.2, 1.3) and initial horizontal velocity of 0.5 m/s in the horizontal flow area (Source: Diploma thesis)6

Table 1: Requirements of VDI 2083 Sheet 3 for test substances and test equipment for flow visualization.

19.11.2023
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Visualisation

Which fog fluid is suitable for flow visualization according to GMP Annex 1?

The perfect fog fluid still does not exist. Pharmaceutical companies that perform or have performed airflow visualizations in critical cleanroom areas will find in this white paper comprehensive information to select the appropriate fog fluid for the specific application. A comparison between fog an…

The lifting jacks from EAP Lachnit provide a secure stance and enable risk-free work on machines, systems, and even under low hall ceilings. (Image: EAP Lachnit GmbH)

The lifting platform is electrically operated and does not require oil hydraulics; the lifting height ranges from 400 to 2,000 mm. (Image: EAP Lachnit GmbH)

The lifting platform is equipped with a bellows that serves as a clamping protection for the scissors and protects both people and machinery. (Image: EAP Lachnit GmbH)

The operation of the lifting platform is very simple and intuitive: a handheld switch allows for raising or lowering, and for safety, a

18.11.2023
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Lifting- and Handlingtechnology

Lifting platform from EAP Lachnit facilitates maintenance and cleaning in sensitive areas

Surely to the heights

Lifting tables are used in many areas of industry to carry out maintenance or cleaning work, for example. Especially in sensitive areas such as cleanrooms, Ex-zones, or in the production of chemicals, food, or pharmaceuticals, strict regulations apply to their use. For these tasks, special lifting d…

17.11.2023
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Standard-, operating-parts, valves, connectors, ...

New materials, new shapes, new magnet systems and raw magnets: Ganter is expanding its repertoire to support even more clever applications.

Universal and Clever: Retaining Magnets

Magnets allow clever and nearly universal solutions for fastenings, closures or temporary connections. Ganter is expanding its range of magnet systems and raw magnets to include new shapes.

The new highlight is the retaining magnet GN 50.8. A tight stainless steel housing surrounds the powerful SmCo…

The ChemWatch S from Freudenberg provides information about the corrosion risk caused by acidic gases. (Image source: Freudenberg Filtration Technologies)

17.11.2023
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Systems

Freudenberg's ChemWatch S enables real-time assessment of air quality to better protect operations and equipment.

Intelligent monitoring keeps corrosion in check

With the ChemWatch S Air Corrosivity Monitoring System, Freudenberg Filtration Technologies introduces the latest generation of its corrosion monitoring solutions. By analyzing air quality in real-time, it limits the risks of corrosion damage to electronic components and metal surfaces. Intuitive to…

16.11.2023
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Systems

OmniGrade: Pfeiffer Vacuum offers a new customized RGA system for sophisticated cleanliness verification

– Residual gas analysis system with low detection limits
– Automated measurement process
– Modular approach for adaption to customer requirements

In addition to vacuum pumps, leak detectors, measurement and analysis devices, components as well as vacuum chambers and systems, Pfeiffer Vacuum now also of…

300 mm cleanroom at Fraunhofer IPMS. © Fraunhofer IPMS

300 mm cleanroom at Fraunhofer IPMS. © Fraunhofer FEP

Evaluation Kit for quasi-static MEMS scanners. © Fraunhofer IPMS / Customer evaluation kit for quasi-static MEMS scanners. © Fraunhofer IPMS

15.11.2023

Fraunhofer IPMS presents semiconductor services at "Semicon Europe"

Leading edge semiconductor research on 200/300 mm wafers in the heart of Silicon Saxony and Europe

Modern electronics developments require state-of-the-art technologies and manufacturing processes, which are a financial challenge for many companies. Located in the heart of Silicon Saxony, Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems IPMS offers both large chip manufacturers and smaller companie…

Since even the tiniest dust particles and residual manufacturing debris can impair satellite performance, extremely high cleanliness standards must be met. (Image source: OHB System)

For the cleaning of the CFRP structures of satellites – here with integrated cable harness and thermal components – OHB System and acp have designed a solution that allows for cleanliness verification during the cleaning process. (Photo credit: OHB System)

Thanks to the two laser pointers integrated into the nozzle head, the optimal distance from the inner surfaces to be cleaned can be set. (Photo credit: OHB System)

The baffle is placed on the fork of the cleaning machine by crane. An integrated camera system in the nozzle head displays the entire cleaning process live on the monitor. (Image source: acp systems)

The swiveling nozzle head is mounted on a lance, through the openings of which the removed contaminants are suctioned away. The cleanliness verification is carried out using a particle counter integrated into the exhaust air stream. (Image source: acp Systems)

14.11.2023
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Cleaning | procedures, devices, agents, media (Wipers, Swaps,...)

quattroClean technology for cleaning lightweight CFRP structures

Snow ensures cleanliness for space missions

When it comes to the performance of satellites and their successful use in space, the tiniest grains of dust or particles of manufacturing residues can be decisive. A global player in the international aerospace industry uses quattroClean snow jet technology as a solution to clean the interior of co…

Not suitable for sensitive production areas – copper abrasion from sliding contacts can contaminate entire batches.

Using inductive charging technologies, AMRs can now also be used in ISO Class 4 cleanrooms.

13.11.2023
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Automation

Wiferion » News » Inductive charging system receives ISO certification for cleanroom

Wireless Charging Obtains ISO Certificate for Cleanroom

It is now possible to automate transport processes with automated guided vehicles (AGV) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) in cleanrooms – thanks to Wiferion’s etaLINK 3000 inductive charging system. The wireless charging solution has been certified for ISO Class 4 by the Fraunhofer Institute for P…

High quality standards in aseptic production at the clinical Vetter site in Vorarlberg, Austria. © Vetter Pharma International GmbH

13.11.2023
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Company

Vetter Development Service Rankweil successfully completes authority inspection

The clinical manufacturing facility of Vetter receives a permanent operating license

– Successful Re-Inspection of the New Location for Clinical Development in Austria
– Inspectors Were Impressed by Systems and Processes
– Rankweil Offers Services for the Manufacturing and Testing of Clinical Trial Preparations

Vetter, a globally leading Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizat…

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