Disposables Advisor

Using Single-Use Systems in Aseptic Fill-Finish

May 01, 2016

Material compatibility, material sourcing, facility layout, and training are crucial aspects of a successful disposable fill-finish system.

Standardizing Practices for Disposables

May 01, 2014

Progress is being made in the development of harmonized best practices for single-use systems.

Cytotoxicity Risks in Single-use Media and Bioreactor Containers

February 01, 2014

Studies show diminished cell growth properties associated with some biocontainer or bioreactor films.

Making Connections: The Crucial Junctions in Single-use Systems

August 01, 2013

Choosing the right disposable components for your application.

It's an Election Year.... Are You Making the Best Choices in Single-Use Tubing

November 01, 2012

The author considers the types of tubing available to the industry and how to make an informed selection.

Pre-use Filter-Integrity Testing: To Test or not to Test?

August 01, 2012

There is no harmonized guidance on pre-use integrity testing of sterilizing filters, prompting discussion among users as to whether such testing is necessary.

Understanding Gamma Sterilization

February 01, 2012

This article outlines methods, validation standards, and documentation of sterilization of single-use products using gamma irradiation.

Particulate Quality of Single-Use Filling Systems

August 01, 2011

The author looks at strategies to minimize particle levels in the finished product when using single-use technologies downstream of final capabilities.

Single-Use Technologies World Tour

June 01, 2011

Single-use conference roundup.

Trends Toward Standardization

February 01, 2011

Although some aspects of single-use components can be standardized, it is unlikely that any materials or design features will become a commodity