Ensuring the accuracy and reliability of inhaler testing equipment is crucial for maintaining quality and compliance in pharmaceutical testing. The United States Pharmacopeia (USP 1058) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) recommend initial and periodic mensuration and calibration to ensure proper operation. Here’s why annual calibration is essential and how MSP can help.
Key Benefits of Annual Calibration
Firstly, regular calibration keeps the instrument reliable, ensuring the precision of measurements. This is vital for producing consistent and accurate test results, which are the backbone of effective drug development and quality control. By identifying and correcting any potential issues early, calibration helps prevent costly errors and downtime, ensuring that your equipment is always ready for use.
Moreover, annual calibration extends the lifespan of your instruments. By maintaining optimal performance and addressing wear and tear, calibration helps protect your investment in high-quality equipment. This not only saves money in the long run but also ensures that your testing processes remain efficient and effective.
Compliance with local regulations and standards is another critical benefit of regular calibration. Regulatory bodies have stringent requirements for the accuracy and reliability of testing equipment. By adhering to these guidelines through annual calibration, you can avoid regulatory issues and ensure that your operations meet the highest standards of quality and safety.
Why Choose MSP?
Choosing MSP for your calibration needs offers several advantages. MSP provides an As-Found Calibration Certificate, documenting the instrument’s condition before any adjustments. This is followed by minor repairs, replacement of parts, and thorough cleaning, all performed with original factory parts to ensure consistency and reliability. In case of failure, MSP ceases activity and provides instructions for calibration or repair, ensuring that any issues are promptly addressed.
After calibration, MSP provides an As-Left Calibration Certificate, documenting the instrument’s condition post-calibration. This comprehensive approach ensures that your equipment is in optimal condition and ready for use. Additionally, MSP offers a 90-day warranty on replacement parts, providing peace of mind and assurance of quality.
Calibration is performed by qualified representatives, and MSP is ISO 9001:2015 certified, ensuring high standards of quality management. This certification reflects MSP’s commitment to excellence and reliability in all aspects of their service.
Recommended Annual Calibration for Inhalation Pharmaceutical Testing Equipment
MSP recommends annual calibration for a wide range of inhalation pharmaceutical testing equipment, including
- Alberta Idealized Throat
- Andersen-Type Impactor (ACI)
- Critical Flow Controllers (models TPK, TPK-R, TPK2000, TPK2000-R, TPK2100, TPK2100-R, BAC2000, BAC2000-R, BAC2100, BAC2100-R)
- EnviroMate™ - Benchtop Environmental Chamber
- Fast-Screening Impactor (FSI)
- Flow Meters (models DFM3, DFM4, DFM2000, 4043)
- Induction Port
- Leak Testers (Model LTK and 171)
- Multi-Stage Liquid Impinger (MSLI)
- Next Generation Impactor (NGI) & Next Generation Impactor Plus (NGI+)
- Pre-Separator
- Qualification Tool Kits: NGI Cooler, DUSA Shaker, Sample Preparation Unit, Gentle Rocker, and Breathing Simulators
Self-Serviceable Equipment Using Dedicated MSP™ Qualification Tool Kit
For self-serviceable equipment, MSP provides dedicated Qualification Tool Kits, allowing you to perform calibration and maintenance tasks efficiently.- Breathing Simulators (BRS 100i, 200i, 300i and earlier models)
- DUSA Shaker
- EnviroMate™ - Benchtop Environmental Chamber
- Gentle Rocker (GR4515, GR100i, GR200i)
- Next Generation Impactor Cooler
- Sample Preparation Unit
Annual calibration ensures that your inhaler testing equipment remains accurate, reliable, and compliant with regulatory standards. By partnering with MSP, you can maintain the highest levels of quality and performance in your pharmaceutical testing processes.