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High Volume Manufacturing Process Transfer
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2008)Transferring a high volume manufacturing product line requires a detail level of information and analysis which could result in either success or failure. Knowledge of the process and product is critical when new ... -
Are cleaning faults, really, quality or administrative issues?: Cleaning Validation Program optimization for a Pharmaceutical plant
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2008)The cleaning procedure process validation has generated considerable discussion when executing a US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) inspection at Pharmaceutical Plants. In general, the FDA requires the equipment to be ... -
Production Optimization in the Packaging and Inspection Process at a Thermoforming Area
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2008)This research is conducted in a manufacturing packaging company that makes the packages (plastic trays) for medical device companies. It is intended to increase the packaging and inspection production line by considering ... -
Statistical Analysis for the Development of a Mathematical Model for Liquid Phase Color Reproduction
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2009)Abstract - This study aims to develop a mathematical model, capable to give a receipt of the dies concentrations to be used to develop a desire color. The model helps to minimize, and in some cases eliminate, the trial and ... -
Development of General Guidelines for the Pharmaceutical Manufacture Company Reaction to a Consent Decree Emitted by the Federal Drug Administration (FDA)
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2009)Abstract ⎯ Consent Decrees have been very popular lately. The consent decree mandates that a company start initiating change, and that change is usually associated with the way the company is manufacturing a product; and, ... -
Development of Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide (VHP) Decontamination Cycle for a Syringe Isolator
(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 ... -
Estudio de los Aspectos Ergonómicos en Laboratorios de Control de Calidad en Industrias Farmacéuticas
(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 ... -
Optimization of On-Line Automated Dissolution System for Solid Dose Control Release Tablets
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2009)Abstract ⎯ An optimization of an automated dissolution system for control release tablets has been accomplished by the implementation of several variables using Six Sigma tools. Variables under evaluation includes: filter ... -
Lean Six Sigma Application to reduce cycle time in the waiting process for medical attention in patient with green categorization in adult emergency area in Hospital X
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2010)The service area is one of the healthcare industries area that are in continuous search to optimize their process in order to provide a quality service to their customer (patient). In order to provide a total to quality ... -
Use of Experimental Design for the Characterization of a Depyrogenation Machine
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2010)Depyrogenation tunnel are used in pharmaceutical filling lines to sterilize glass containers before they are aseptically filled. These tunnels use unidirectional hot air at temperatures up to 350°C and can be used to ... -
Process Optimization by Implementing Lean Six Sigma in an Optical Manufacturing Laboratory
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2010)The Design Project intends to be implemented in an Optical Manufacturing Laboratory. This laboratory is located at Mayagüez with the purpose of distributing ophthalmic lenses to different optical centers around the ... -
The Effect of the Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide Residues in a Trypticase Soy Agar Plates for a New Barrier Isolated Syringe Filling Machine
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2011)This study has been performed to evaluate the feasibility and adequacy of the Trypticase Soy Agar (TSA) plates in promoting growth after being exposed to Vapor Phase Hydrogen Peroxide (VPHP) decontamination cycle. This ... -
Clean Steam Energy Conservation Process Design
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2011)Abstract ― The objective of this article is to design the sterilization methodology and processes needed in a product or equipment that requires the injection of clean steam to create a sterile environment. Clean steam is ... -
Reducción del Tiempo de Proceso para la Manufactura del Catéter de Bonanno
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2011)Abstracto - Este proyecto fue llevado a cabo en una planta de dispositivos médicos. Su propósito fue estudiar el proceso de manufactura del catéter del producto Bonanno para encontrar oportunidades reduciendo un 15% el ... -
The Application of Lean Tools Using the Plan-Do-Check-Act Cycle
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2011)Abstract - This kaizen event is going to illustrated how to apply Lean principles and tool using the PLAN-DO-CHECK-ACT methodology. Throughout the project it will be demonstrated how important the Lean principles are for ... -
Handling Regulatory Inspections
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2012)Abstract - As per the International Harmonization Guidelines (ICH) a regulatory inspection is the act by a regulatory authority (ies) of conducting an official review of documents, facilities, records, and any other resources ... -
Process Optimization for the Suction Low Runners Family Products
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2012)Nowadays the first thought of many manufacturing companies is to increase the headcount number in the manufacturing line once it is found with inconsistency of results in productions or quality problems, this rational ... -
Validation and Implementation of a New Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP QAD) on Receiving Area
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2012)Abstract - In this competitive world people need to be in vanguard; therefore a better Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system will help them to do a better work. V group implement a new ERP system for the improvement ... -
Optimización en el Manejo del Inventario de Laboratorio en una Planta Química de Puerto Rico
(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 ... -
Mejoras en el Sistema de Inventario y Líneas de Producción para Maximizar la Productividad
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2013)Nu-Vue Industries of Puerto Rico, Inc. es la compañía líder en manufactura y distribución de componentes en metal para estructuras y persianas. Actualmente la compañía Nu-vue Industries of Puerto Rico, Inc. presenta problemas ...