Sartorius Stedim Biotech has introduced the Sartoflow Alpha Plus SU - a system that combines good cross-flow filtration performance and single-use technology.
The system delivers full operational flexibility and is optimised for ultra-filtration, micro-filtration and dia-filtration applications in many downstream processes, such as the purification of vaccines, monoclonal antibodies or recombinant proteins.
Sartoflow Alpha Plus SU has been developed for use in cGMP environments for process development, clinical trials and small-scale commercial manufacturing tasks.
The system is targeted at contract manufacturers, research and development and applications with multiproduct throughput.
All product wetted parts of the Sartoflow Alpha Plus SU are supplied sterile and made from single-use components, making them all ready to use.
The system is equipped with a capsulated gamma-sterilised bag loop that contains the cross-flow cartridge unit, pump tubing, pressure domes, flowmeters, valves, bags and tubing.
The compact design allows even small volumes to be purified under aseptic conditions on a laboratory bench top.
The Sartoflow Alpha Plus SU and its touchscreen are splash-proof and can withstand continuous use in both laboratory and production conditions.
The control unit and the filtration module are separate components that are designed to simplify handling.