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The Different Applications of XRF in Pharmaceuticals

Precision is paramount in pharmaceutical manufacturing. It impacts drug efficacy and patient safety while ensuring companies adhere to regulatory compliance.X-ray fluorescence (XRF) is one of many tools pharmaceutical companies use to enhance accuracy and quality control during drug production. This technology detects, quantifies, and analyses inorganic impurities. There are several applications of XRF in pharmaceuticals manufacturing. It screens raw materials...

01/05/2026By Paul GoetzRead more...

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What is an EICR? Pharma Compliance Basics

Electrical safety is critical in pharmaceutical manufacturing, where complex equipment, high electrical loads, and chemical solutions are part of daily operations. Regular inspections ensure systems remain safe, compliant, and capable of supporting high-volume production lines.One of the most important assessments for facilities in the UK is the Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR). This formal inspection evaluates the safety and...

15/04/2026By Paul GoetzRead more...

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The Importance of Chemical Flow Measurement in Pharmaceutical PAT Systems

The pharmaceutical industry is changing fast. Stricter regulations, new technology, and a move toward continuous manufacturing are forcing companies to rethink how they produce drugs.Traditional batch production, where end-product testing determines quality, is being replaced by real-time process control. Process Analytical Technology (PAT) and chemical flow measurement are integral to this approach.Together, these tools support better quality control and...

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Chemicals in Cosmetics: The Surprising Secrets Laid Bare

According to the Environmental Working Group (EWG), each day women are exposed to about 168 chemicals in the beauty products they’re using, while men are exposed to around 85. This is just one of many concerning statistics related to the presence of chemicals in cosmetics. Many activists, bloggers and researchers are trying to convince us that something sinister is going...

25/03/2026By Jessica CliftonRead more...

What is REACH?

If your business manufactures, imports, sells, distributes, or uses chemical substances in the UK, then you need to know about REACH. Here, we’ll run through what REACH is, how it’s changed since Brexit and what the regulations aim to achieve. Key Takeaways UK REACH replaced EU REACH in the UK after Brexit (1 January 2021) It regulates chemicals through four...

11/03/2026By Simon TaskerRead more...

Glossary: Key Terms in the Chemical Manufacturing Industry

There are a huge number of technical terms used in the chemical industry, and it’s easy to get confused. No matter how long they’ve known or worked in the industry, even experts can trip up on the key terms they use regularly. When searching online for definitions for particular terms in the chemical industry, any information on them can be either...

08/03/2026By Jessica CliftonRead more...

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What is a Glass Vial?

Glass vials are commonly used as medicine or sample containers, and they vary in size, shape, and purpose. Medicine and laboratory work would be very disorganised and imprecise without the use of this small but crucial container. Otherwise known as a phial or flacon, a vial is typically made of plastic or glass. It usually has a resealable cap, made...

25/02/2026By Jessica CliftonRead more...

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A Guide to Contract Packing

Whether you’re lacking the necessary equipment, running out of manufacturing space, or are launching a product and want to test the waters, contract packing is a way of solving several issues your business might be facing. This comprehensive guide walks you through what contract packing is and how it works, along with the benefits of outsourcing to a contract packer....

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