Description
To achieve quality standards for both Purified Water and WFI, pharma manufacturers leverage a range of water-treatment technologies, including softeners, UV light, carbon filtration, particle filtration, ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis and ion exchange, among others.
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Drug Manufacturing:
Pharmaceuticals require ultrapure water for various stages of production, including formulation, cleaning, and rinsing of equipment.
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Regulatory Compliance:
Pharmaceutical water must meet specific standards set by regulatory bodies like the FDA, ensuring the safety and efficacy of the final product.
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Equipment Protection:
High-quality water prevents corrosion and scaling in equipment, ensuring its longevity and reliability.
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Reverse Osmosis (RO):
RO systems use pressure to force water through a membrane, removing dissolved solids, salts, and other impurities.
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Ultrafiltration (UF):
UF membranes filter out particles, bacteria, and viruses, providing a high level of purity.
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Deionization (DI):
DI systems, like electrodeionization (EDI), remove ions from water, resulting in ultrapure water suitable for various applications.
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Ion Exchange:
Ion exchange resins remove specific ions from water, providing a cost-effective method for water purification.
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Softeners:
Water softeners remove hardness-causing minerals like calcium and magnesium, preventing scaling and ensuring the integrity of pharmaceutical formulations.
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UV Disinfection:
UV light is used to kill bacteria and other microorganisms in water, ensuring its safety and purity.
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Carbon Filtration:
Activated carbon filters remove organic matter, chlorine, and other contaminants from water.
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Nanofiltration:
Nanofiltration is a membrane-based technology that removes a wide range of contaminants, including dissolved salts and organic molecules.
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Forward Osmosis (FO):
FO is a membrane-based technology that uses a pressure difference to separate water from a solute, resulting in a high water recovery rate and lower environmental impact
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Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOPs):AOPs, such as ozone and UV/hydrogen peroxide, are used to remove persistent organic pollutants and other contaminants from wastewater