Mechanical seals are essential for maintaining sterility in pharmaceutical processes where they are used to seal pumps, valves and other equipment handling sterile fluids. Tight seals prevent contamination of products with airborne microbes that could render drugs non-sterile.
Seals enable aseptic processing where equipment is sanitized instead of undergoing sterilization. They form barriers isolating sterile zones to facilitate filling of vials under aseptic conditions without risk of microbe ingress. This is important for drugs like vaccines filled in open vessels.
When handling hazardous drugs like chemotherapy medications, mechanical seals contain toxic and carcinogenic substances preventing worker exposure. They seal bioreactors, centrifuges and other equipment producing or isolating dangerous compounds.
Pharmaceutical equipment requires exacting standards and mechanical seals meet tight dimensional tolerances essential for precision metering and mixing. Their smooth unobstructed designs avoid fluid turbulence or retention of solids that could impact product quality.
Seals selected undergo rigorous validation testing to meet regulatory standards like 21 CFR Part 11 compliance. Materials are qualified as non-reactive, non-shedding and suitable for drug production under current Good Manufacturing Practices. Comprehensive documentation demonstrates seals will not compromise drug safety or purity.
Our seals have come a long way through continuous research and development efforts. We have upgraded our existing products with an in-depth understanding of sterilization requirements, aseptic processing needs and stringent industry manufacturing standards. They have received positive feedback from customers as they reliably maintain product sterility over long periods of operation. Recent innovations have also enhanced the seals' compatibility with new materials and ability to withstand more demanding cleaning and sterilization protocols. If you'd like to learn more about our pharmaceutical machinery seals and how they can help your facility increase productivity while ensuring full compliance, please contact us - we'd be happy to discuss a customized solution.