Automation Applications in Bio-Pharmaceuticals

This book is a guide for engineers and designers new to the field of bio-pharmaceutical process control. For the experienced automation professional, this book outlines the unique design and application issues for the bio-pharmaceutical industry. For those already familiar with this industry, the book provides specific advice for automating these processes.





The major topics include:





-Background on bio-pharmaceutical industry, economics, and processes


-Selection of instrumentation, valves, and hardware


-Automation applications


-Batch process control


-Process Analytical Technology (PAT)


-Regulatory and validation concerns


-Advanced technology applications





In each section, the authors have included theory, practice, and practical insights into the design and application of automation for the bio-pharmaceutical industry. This book will help the engineer or designer build upon the experience of others, avoid costly design mistakes, and improve process control performance.