Pharmaceutical
The pharmaceutical industry is thriving, with production expanding rapidly in recent decades. The production of pharmaceutical products is governed by stringent regulations and standards. Certain operations involved in this process can generate active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and potentially harmful substances. Exposure to some of these components through inhalation or direct contact can pose health risks. Therefore, ensuring the safety of workers is paramount, which necessitates controlling indoor dust emissions.
Additionally, pharmaceutical manufacturing must take place in the most pristine and controlled environments. Even minor pollutants and contaminants can damage production equipment, leading to reworks and increased costs.
The most common type of air filter used in the pharmaceutical industry is a HEPA filter. Other types of air filters that are used in the pharmaceutical industry include molecular air filters which contain activated-carbon (carbon or potassium permanganate for odor/gas removal), pleated filters, dust collectors, bag filters, cartridge filters, gas turbine filters, ULPA filters.