The pharmaceutical industry is a multi-trillion dollar industry, responsible for the development and manufacturing of medications to treat a wide range of diseases and conditions. Steam has long played a crucial role in this industry, specifically in the production process.
An important aspect in Pharmaceuticals is sterilization. With an industry dedicated to the curing and prevention of diseases, a manufacturing space that is clear of contamination is absolutely vital. Since steam is able to efficiently kill microorganisms, steam, is used to treat practically everything in the manufacturing process, from equipment, instruments, containers, and even packaging, which is critical to product quality and safety. This extended to industry standard CIP, or Clean in Place systems, providing a constant sterilization of everything on the manufacturing line.
Steam also shows up in heating, where it provides precise temperature control for chemical reactions, mixing, and formulation, which is typically achieved through the form of jacketed kettles. It also shows up during the drying process after production, where it can be used to dry the product completely, or to help it create an ideal moisture content, depending on the application. Another often overlooked aspect of steam in the industry is in the use of creating WFIs, or Water For Injection, where steam is used to create distilled water for use in the production of injectable drugs. Additionally, this extends to humidification and heating, so that production can take place in ideal conditions, as well as prevent degradation of any sensitive products.
With an industry with so many applications, you want a boiler that will be up to the task, regardless of how much steam you need. With its quick start and ability to rapidly adapt to changing load conditions, the Clayton Steam Generator has long been the product of choice for the world’s leading pharmaceutical manufacturers.