MICROBIAL AIR SAMPLERS

Microbial air samplers are required to meet regulatory requirements including:

• EC GMP, Annex 1
• FDA Sterile Guide
• ISO 14698-1 and -2
• USP Chapter <797>

Read on below for a presentation to find microbial air sampling solutions, review products for your application, or read the FAQs to find answers to your questions.

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FAQ's

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• What is microbial air sampling?
• What sample air flow rate is best for my microbial sampler?
• To use your equipment, do I have to validate a new media supplier, or can I utilize my existing media?
• Can I sterilize and sanitize your equipment?
• In Grade A areas, do I have to monitor continuously for microbiological particles like I have to for non-viable particulates?
• Can I use a hand-held device or portable sampler, or do you recommend fixed locations?
• Where should I locate my microbial monitoring sample points?
• Why choose Particle Measuring Systems for my microbial air sampling needs?
• Why does ISO 14698-1 require validation for both physical and biological collection efficiency?
• What is the difference between physical and biological collection efficiency?