Let's Combinate - Drugs + Devices14 Aug 2024

149 - Lyophilization/Freeze-Drying Equipment, Environment, Cleaning, Loading, Automation, Refrigeration, Vacuum, Filtration, and Potent/Non-Aqueous Considerations with David Simoens

On this episode, I was joined by David Simeons, Founder of Life Science Professionals and an expert in Lyophilization/Freeze-Drying. On this episode David discusses: 01:01 Recap of the Last Episode 01:23 Understanding the Freeze Drying Environment 01:46 Freeze Drying Equipment and Processes 03:01 Cleaning and Validation in Freeze Drying 03:58 Loading and Automation in Freeze Drying 06:27 Detailed Breakdown of Freeze Drying Components 15:24 Refrigeration and Temperature Control 17:25 Vacuum Systems and Filter Racks 20:18 Challenges in Freeze Drying and Validation 28:08 Advanced Freeze Drying Considerations 31:38 Conclusion and Contact Information

David Simoens is a certified Project Management Professional with over a decade of project management, engineering, and validation experience. David has a strong, professional background in aseptic fill/finish, lyophilization, cytotoxic and high potency, process development, radiopharmaceuticals and enterprise quality management systems. Mr. Simoens assisted in C&Q standardization and implementation on a global level guided by ASTM E2500 and assisted in development of content for the ISPE Baseline Volume 5 guide. He led an effort to assess, pilot, implement and go-live with an electronic engineering platform for several global sites. David has designed, installed, and tested several commercial size Freeze-Dryers and Automated Loading Systems. He managed a month shutdown for one of the largest products on market. David has led high profile NPI launches for a large pharmaceutical company. Currently, he is supporting a team responsible for delivering a complex formulation system and leading strategy/operations for a midsized consulting company. David can be reached on linkedin ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ or at David@lifescienceprofessionals.com

**About David Simoens:**

David Simoens is a dedicated Project Management Professional with a proven track record in the pharmaceutical industry. In October 2023, he made the pivotal decision to transition from a C-Suite role at a consulting firm to embark on an entrepreneurial journey. David takes pride in being the founder of Life Science Professionals, LLC; a consulting firm committed to excellence in project management, engineering, and quality within the life sciences sector.

**Key Specializations:**

- Aseptic Fill/Finish including Lyophilization

- New Product Introductions

- Cytotoxic and High Potency Environments

- Integrated Commissioning, Qualification, Validation

- Radiopharmaceuticals

- Business growth and optimization

- Enterprise Quality Management Systems

- Career coaching

**Contact Information:**

For all business inquiries, please reach out to David and his team at contact@lifescienceprofessionals.com. For information requests, email them at info@lifescienceprofessionals.com. Feel free to connect and message him on LinkedIn.

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