• Clean Room Differential Pressure Monitoring Improvements 

      Vázquez Amaro, Luis J. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2019)
      Manufacturing of oral solid dosage (OSD) forms, such tablets and capsules, is performed in a highly regulated environment. One of the guidelines used to provide the minimum requirements that a manufacturer must meet ...
    • Combination Products Regulation – A Guide to Compliance 

      Cabranes, Leo R. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2015)
      The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or Agency) has issued a regulation on the current good manufacturing practices (CGMP’s) requirements applicable to combination products. The new rule is intended to promote the ...
    • Construction Services Company – Purchases Process and Warehouse System Improvements 

      Rivera Santiago, Luis E. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)
      In the manufacturing industry, engineers focus on positively impacting all areas related to product output. When the output is tangible, several methodologies and assessments can be implemented to improve the production ...
    • Cómo mejorar procesos dentro del almacén optimizando las vías de comunicación 

      Figueroa, María (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2020)
      En este proyecto vamos a analizar el tema “Como mejorar procesos dentro del almacén optimizando las vías de comunicación”, se hará referencia a diferentes fuentes de investigaciones y se explicará la metodología que ...
    • Development of Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide (VHP) Decontamination Cycle for a Syringe Isolator 

      Ruiz Vargas, José J. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2009)
      Abstract - A parenteral syring filling line inside a closed cabin isolator was installed in an existing manufacturing space. To increase sterility assurance the isolator must be effectively biodecontamined by means of Vapor ...
    • Emotional Intelligence of Project Management Engineers in Puerto Rico: Profile Insights 

      Rojas García, Hiram (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2012)
      Abstract ⎯ Although most Project Management Professionals agree that emotional intelligence is of paramount importance in addressing a project’s human factor, few studies exist that shed light on the emotional intelligence ...
    • Estudio de los Aspectos Ergonómicos en Laboratorios de Control de Calidad en Industrias Farmacéuticas 

      Figueroa Colón, Marielis (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2010)
      El objetivo de esta investigación es conocer, cuan efectivo son los diseños ergonómicos en laboratorios de control de calidad de las industrias farmacéuticas. En esta investigación se realizó una evaluación de los diseños ...
    • Estudio de los Aspectos Ergonómicos en Laboratorios de Control de Calidad en Industrias Farmacéuticas 

      Figueroa Colón, Marielis (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2009)
      Abstracto - El objetivo de esta investigación es conocer, cuan efectivo son los diseños ergonómicos en laboratorios de control de calidad de las industrias farmacéuticas. En esta investigación se realizó una evaluación de ...
    • Evaluación Ergonómica de las Sub-Tareas Montaje y Desmontaje de un Filtro de Proceso 

      López Castellar, Lizanette (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2010)
      Estudio ergonómico aplicando la ecuación de levantamiento de NIOSH y Análisis biomecánico a las sub tareas montaje y desmontaje de un filtro de proceso en las etapas iniclal, intermedia y final, considerando las percentilas ...
    • Exception Report 

      Ortega Jiménez, María Yolanda (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2019)
      Hace muchos años, en las compañías de dispotivos médicos los estándares de calidad no estaban definidos y por esta razón los productos llegaban al mercado con defectos y careciendo de calidad. Luego se establecen ...
    • Finished Goods Failure Reduction in a Wound Closure Medical Device Product Family 

      Álvarez Vázquez, Ameiris (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2013)
      A corrective action and preventive action plan was developed to address the increase of Finished Goods failures in a wound closure medical device product family. Following a DefineMeasure-Analyze-Improve-Control Six ...
    • Formulation Process Optimization 

      Hernández Lorenzo, Saúl (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)
      The field of biologics drugs development continues to grow and is becoming increasingly competitive. The manufacturing of biological medicines is a complex process that consumes a large amount of resources and time ...
    • IV Bag Fill Volume Project 

      Bello Santiago, Félix E. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)
      Accurate filling of intravenous (IV) bags is a critical aspect of healthcare, ensuring patients receive the precise medication dosage while minimizing wastage and reducing costs. The existing IV bag filling process often ...
    • Maintenance Cost Reduction in Facilities and Utilities Areas 

      Morales Santos, Wilmarie (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2019)
      Maintenance and repair spending is a normal and expected cost of facility ownership. However, the cost can be minimized through an aggressive facility management program and the use of applicable diagnostic tools. Costs ...
    • Mejoras al Proceso de Reemplazo e Inventario de Filtros Utilizando la Metodología Lean Six Sigma 

      Hernández Mulero, Rebeca (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2021)
      Los Buffers son sustancias químicas que se utilizan durante el proceso de purificación de la molécula de insulina. Para garantizar la calidad de los buffers que se distribuyen hacia el proceso de purificación, se utilizan ...
    • Metrics for Business Performance Management 

      Figueroa Álvarez, Magdalis (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2015)
      Business Metrics are very useful tools to promote business performance, assure quality and promote continuous improvement. During economic recession the application of these tools becomes imperative to assure business ...
    • Optimización en el Manejo del Inventario de Laboratorio en una Planta Química de Puerto Rico 

      Ortiz Burgos, Legzulimar (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2012)
      Sinopsis - Esta investigación desarrolló un sistema para mecanizar el inventario del laboratorio de una planta química de Puerto Rico. Utilizó el inventario de 3 laboratorios: “In-Process” - Materia Prima, Microbiología y ...
    • Process Optimization by the Application of Lean Manufacturing Principles 

      Torres Merced, Noel (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2020)
      Commercial demand at a pharmaceutical facility in Juncos has been constantly increasing since 2016. Focused on process improvement strategies, our formulation capabilities were increased to support Drug Product requirements. ...
    • Programa de Auditoría Interna - Inspección de Calidad 

      Rodríguez Hernández, Lila (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2019)
      La auditoría interna es un sistema de control de la empresa y consiste en el conjunto de medidas, políticas y procedimientos establecidos en una organización para proteger su activo, minimizar los riesgos, incrementar ...
    • Quality control plan for Puerto Rico electrical and power restoration project 

      Pérez Lorenzo, Zuleika (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2018)
      A year ago Puerto Rico was dark for more than 9 months. After Hurricane Maria struck, federal, local and private corporations were forced to update their strategies due to the intensity of the Category 4 storm. This ...