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; and, 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.