Bloomage, a global leader specializing in hyaluronic acid and other bioactive substance innovations, has announced the completion of its new pilot-scale testing platform. With the pharmaceutical-grade pilot testing wing now fully operational, this state-of-the-art facility is now fully capable of accelerating the transition from research to large-scale production for both Bloomage and external industry partners, covering the entire biomanufacturing process including fermentation, purification, and refining.
Bloomage’s pilot-scale testing platform is indispensable for enhancing product quality and accelerating time to market. Commenting on its importance, Zhan Yan, Chairperson and CEO of Bloomage, said: “Investing in the development of the pilot-scale testing platform is a key strategic initiative for Bloomage. It’s a core component in empowering industries and bridging the gap between industry, academia, and research. It will also further enhance the critical role of Bloomage as a pivotal link in the intermediate stages of supply chain management.”
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Pilot testing reduces product development risks and increases reliability by modelling real-world production and quality testing. It’s a crucial step in evaluating a product’s feasibility and resolving its flaws before it reaches the market.
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With its buildings spanning 30,000 square meters in Tianjin, China, Bloomage’s pilot-scale testing platform is equipped with 64 pilot production lines. Adopting modular and drawer-style concepts to optimize the pilot production process, the center supports pilot testing and small-scale commercial production of various bioactive raw materials, including pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food-grade products.
The platform is instrumental across the entire industry chain—from strain cultivation to end products. Its modular and flexible design allows for efficient transitions between different processes, easily supporting the production of multiple products in various forms. This approach greatly optimizes equipment utilization and production efficiency while enhancing adaptability to meet diverse and customized R&D requirements.
Bloomage‘s pilot-scale testing platform is fully prepared for high-quality testing and production. The purification stage adopts flexible modular designs to accommodate diverse product testing needs, while the refinement stage helps to ensure high-quality, safe products through rigorous anti-contamination measures. Furthermore, the platform’s intelligent command center oversees pilot testing processes to provide real-time insights and optimizations. The entire platform follows Industry 4.0 principles, streamlining processes using automation wherever possible to increase efficiency.
SOURCE: PRNewswire