Barrier isolator

American Journal of Medicine Article Highlights the Promise of Aseptic Barriers for Stethoscope Hygiene in the COVID-19 Era

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Monday, June 29, 2020

An automated, clinically validated and aseptic single-use barrier system from AseptiScopeholds promise to fill a significant gap in stethoscope hygiene practices.

Key Points: 
  • An automated, clinically validated and aseptic single-use barrier system from AseptiScopeholds promise to fill a significant gap in stethoscope hygiene practices.
  • "The stethoscope is the most prominent and enduring symbol of the interaction and bond between the physician and the patient.
  • In the light of the COVID-19 pandemic, current guidelines and practices related to stethoscope hygiene have understandably come into the spotlight.
  • The article concludes that a promising solution for infection protection for the stethoscope is the use of aseptic disposable diaphragm barriers.

The global fill-finish manufacturing market size is projected to grow from USD 7.5 billion in 2020 to USD 12.1 billion by 2025 at a CAGR of 10.0% from 2020 to 2025

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Thursday, May 28, 2020

The global fill-finish manufacturing market size is projected to grow from USD 7.5 billion in 2020 to USD 12.1 billion by 2025 at a CAGR of 10.0% from 2020 to 2025.

Key Points: 
  • The global fill-finish manufacturing market size is projected to grow from USD 7.5 billion in 2020 to USD 12.1 billion by 2025 at a CAGR of 10.0% from 2020 to 2025.
  • However, the high costs associated with isolators or restricted access barrier systems (RABS) is a factor expected to limit the growth of this market.
  • The prefilled syringes segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period in the fill-finish manufacturing market.
  • Asia Pacific to account for the largest share of the global fill-finish manufacturing market during the forecast period.

ISPE Gathers Global Aseptic Leaders to Discuss Trends and Innovations

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Thursday, January 16, 2020

BETHESDA, Md., Jan. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE) announced its 2020 ISPE Aseptic Conference , taking place 23 March 2020 in North Bethesda, Maryland.

Key Points: 
  • BETHESDA, Md., Jan. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE) announced its 2020 ISPE Aseptic Conference , taking place 23 March 2020 in North Bethesda, Maryland.
  • "While many conferences just discuss the theoretical aspects of aseptic, barrier, and containment, the ISPE Aseptic Conference provides attendees with insights from owner experiences and lessons learned through in-depth presentations, panel discussions, and group breakout sessions," said Jrg Zimmermann, 2020 ISPE Aseptic Conference Chair, Vice President Vetter Development Service, External Affairs, Vetter Pharma-Fertigung GmbH & Co KG.
  • "The education agenda will address the most pressing industry concerns and interests, including robotics, ATMPs, and automated visual inspections."
  • The 2020 program will focus on providing flexible and reliable solutions for the implementation and management of the latest in aseptic, barrier, containment, and aseptic best-practice technologies.

iKey Announces Release and Shipping of New PS/2 Barrier

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Monday, June 24, 2019

AUSTIN, Texas, June 24, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --iKey, LTD announces shipping and availability of its new PS/2 Barrier, which is an in-line isolator connection between an off-site PC and IS keyboard or PS/2 pointing device, providing an Intrinsically Safe solution.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, June 24, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --iKey, LTD announces shipping and availability of its new PS/2 Barrier, which is an in-line isolator connection between an off-site PC and IS keyboard or PS/2 pointing device, providing an Intrinsically Safe solution.
  • This Isolator is now being shipped with all IS and NI keyboards from iKey.
  • iKey, LTD ( www.ikey.com ) is THE rugged peripherals industry leader and manufacturer located in Austin, Texas.
  • iKey has been in business for more than 30 years and the company manufacturesproducts that are "Real Tough for Real Life."

Techniques for Achieving High Dose Accuracy to be Presented by Catalent Biologics Experts at ISPE Aseptic Conference

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Tuesday, March 12, 2019

On Tuesday, March 19 at 10:45 a.m., Alex Haig, Senior Director, Engineering and Marc Engel, Senior Process Engineer, Catalent Biologics, will present "Technical and Component Considerations for Achieving High Dose Accuracy" in the "Trending Barrier Topics: Gloveless Isolators & Dose Control" track.

Key Points: 
  • On Tuesday, March 19 at 10:45 a.m., Alex Haig, Senior Director, Engineering and Marc Engel, Senior Process Engineer, Catalent Biologics, will present "Technical and Component Considerations for Achieving High Dose Accuracy" in the "Trending Barrier Topics: Gloveless Isolators & Dose Control" track.
  • Mr. Haig oversees engineering, maintenance, facilities, and large capital projects at Catalent Biologics' largest facility in Bloomington, Indiana.
  • He is the technical lead for new platforms on existing lines and equipment expansions and has been with Catalent Biologics for more than six years.
  • Catalent is the leading global provider of advanced delivery technologies and development solutions for drugs, biologics and consumer health products.

Global Disposable Medical & Laboratory Gloves Demand to Increase 6.1% Annually Through 2022

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Monday, February 18, 2019

CLEVELAND, Feb. 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Global demand for disposable medical and laboratory gloves is forecast to climb 6.1% per year to $11.4 billion in 2022.

Key Points: 
  • CLEVELAND, Feb. 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Global demand for disposable medical and laboratory gloves is forecast to climb 6.1% per year to $11.4 billion in 2022.
  • A shift in preference for higher barrier, higher priced gloves among medical professionals will also boost demand.
  • More information about this study is here: https://www.freedoniagroup.com/industry-study/global-disposable-medical-...
    Surgical gloves will see the fastest rate of gains through 2022 for any disposable medical and laboratory glove type.
  • Surgical gloves are generally composed of high-quality, high-priced materials, and they generate much greater demand per procedure than examination and laboratory gloves.