Pharma

Engineers performing validation and maintenance on pharmaceutical process systems

To meet the increasingly complex needs of the pharmaceutical industry, Smink Group and Actemium have joined forces in Pharma Processing, a unique collaboration delivering high-quality solutions for process installations. By combining unrivaled expertise in process equipment, process control, and Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I), Pharma Processing offers customized turnkey systems designed to meet the strict standards of modern pharmaceutical production.

Pharma Processing specializes in clean utility skids for the production, storage, and distribution of purified water, water for injection, clean steam, and other high-purity liquids. Additionally, leveraging advanced mechatronics, Pharma Processing develops and installs entire production lines tailored to client requirements. Acting as a one-stop-shop for pharmaceutical clients, we manage every phase of a project—from initial design and engineering to implementation, validation, and ongoing maintenance.

Through this integrated approach, Pharma Processing ensures reliable, efficient, and compliant process solutions, helping pharmaceutical companies navigate the growing complexity of their industry.

Smink Group

Smink Group brings extensive knowledge of process installations in high-purity environments. We focus  on designing, building, and maintaining process equipment that meets the stringent standards of the pharmaceutical industry. Our expertise includes:

Design and construction of process equipment:

  • Specialists in process systems for Water for Injection (WFI), High Purity Water (HPW), Purified Water (PW), Clean Steam (CS), and Cleaning-In-Place/Sterilization-In-Place (CIP/SIP).
  • Development of modular skids to enhance efficiency and flexibility in production processes.

Installation and validation:

  • High-purity installations meeting strict hygienic and pharmaceutical standards.
  • System and equipment validation in compliance with pharmaceutical regulations (e.g., GMP).

Maintenance and service:

  • Periodic and preventive maintenance to ensure reliability and regulatory compliance.
  • Troubleshooting and upgrading existing installations.

Actemium

Actemium specializes in Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I), delivering advanced solutions in process automation. They ensure seamless operation and management of Smink’s installations. Actemium’s core expertise includes:

Design and implementation of E&I systems:

  • Development of fully integrated control systems based on industry standards such as GAMP 5 and ISA-88.
  • Expertise in PLC, SCADA, DCS, and MES systems to automate and optimize production processes.
  • Electrical panel construction and on-site installation of control systems.

Process automation and documentation:

  • Automation solutions with batch control for flexible and scalable production.
  • Comprehensive documentation and validation in compliance with pharmaceutical standards.
  • Development of safe and reliable systems adhering to strict regulations.

Support and maintenance:

  • 24/7 support for E&I systems.
  • Updates and modifications to legacy control systems to keep them aligned with the latest technologies.

One-Stop-Shop for the Pharmaceutical Industry 

The partnership between Smink Group and Actemium offers clients a complete range of services. As a one-stop-shop, we manage all phases of a project:

Unmatched expertise

Pharma Processing stands out through the close collaboration between two specialists, offering clients:

With this integrated approach, Pharma Processing ensures clients can operate their processes reliably and efficiently while complying with the rigorous demands of modern pharmaceutical production. Regardless of the scope of the project, we manage the product development cycle, from feasibility study to validation, service and training. We harness over 30 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry to meet strict deadlines and quality standards. Our installation qualification (IQ), operational qualification (OC) and performance qualification (PQ) protocols ensure that the equipment has been built in accordance with blueprints, operating processes and the required performance levels.

Our turnkey process plant comply with GMP guidelines and FDA requirements. In addition, we are ISO9001:2015 and SCC (SHE Checklist Contractors) certified.

Real-time impurity measurement system

Smink Group’s Ion Mobility Spectrometry (IMS) system represents a breakthrough in real-time impurity detection for high-purity environments. Designed to meet the rigorous demands of industries such as pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, and biotechnology, the IMS system provides precise, in-line measurement of gas purity levels.

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Real-time impurity measurement system using IMS technology

Welding

High-purity gas and fluid tubing systems are at the heart of high-tech manufacturing facilities. Ultra-cleanliness, smoothness and, of course, leak integrity are crucial, when welding these systems. Our highly skilled and qualified welders secure the highest standards in orbital and manual welding.

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High-Purity orbital welding for gas and fluid tubing systems

Fluid technology

The pharmaceutical industry presents us with increasingly complex challenges. Having joined forces in Pharma Processing, Smink Group and Actemium combine unrivalled expertise in process equipment and control to offer customised turnkey systems. Our offering ranges from clean utilities skids to entire production lines in compliance with GMP standards and FDA regulations.

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Get in touch

Whether you’re seeking expert advice, custom solutions, or simply want to learn more about how we can assist you, we’re here to help. We invite you to contact us to explore how we can collaborate and create solutions of the highest standards together.