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skanfolg SARA transfer system by SKAN.
Transfer systems

skanfog SARA

Material airlock for safe room to room transfers

Transfer type
Material
Customization level
Customized Standardized
skanfog SARA at a glance

Safe and flexible transfer processes

  • Fast material transfer

    Rapid decontamination cycles with typical cycle times of 60–120 minutes

  • Automated processes

    Fully automated H₂O₂ decontamination replaces manual cleaning procedures

  • Gentle on materials

    Suitable for sensitive, thermolabile, and non-autoclavable materials

  • Flexible design

    Adaptable to individual production requirements with different models: shelf, cart, or walk-in

  • High throughput

    Fast transfer of large loads with chamber volumes of up to 10 m³

  • Low integration effort

    Integrated nanox catalyst neutralizes hydrogen peroxide residue-free – no external exhaust system required

  • Easy validation

    Reproducible total-kill results using biological indicators, with cycle development supported by SKAN

  • Maximum Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)

    High availability, fast cycles, and low maintenance requirements ensure efficient material flow

Application

Efficient transfers between different cleanroom grades

  • Image description

    For material transfer into higher cleanroom grades

    Designed for validated transfers between different cleanroom grades, e.g., from Controlled Not Classified (CNC) to Grade D, and from Grade D/C to Grade B.

  • For thermolabile materials

    Ideal for temperature-sensitive materials, test devices, or instruments that cannot be autoclaved. H₂O₂ micro-nebulization is gentle and residue-free.

  • For aseptic components and tools

    Suitable for filling accessories, racks, containers, tools, and other equipment. The models accommodate different load sizes.

  • For cleanroom planning and engineering partners

    skanfog SARA is particularly relevant for new construction projects and planning companies in the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors. As an integrated decontamination airlock, it should be considered early in cleanroom layout, material flow, and building services planning.

skanfog sara thermolabile decontamination regulatory approval:
Process

Transfer process with integrated H₂O₂ decontamination

  • 1

    Loading and door sealing

    Material is loaded from the non-clean side. Doors are pneumatically sealed and interlocked.

  • 2

    Leak test

    At the start, the system checks the chamber for tightness. H₂O₂ is only introduced if the test is passed successfully.

  • 3

    Decontamination

    The decontamination cycle is carried out using skanfog micro-nebulization technology. The total cycle time, depending on load and chamber size, is 60–120 minutes. The remaining H₂O₂ is decomposed into water and oxygen by the catalyst at the end of the process.

  • 4

    Unloading

    HEPA-filtered exhaust air is returned to the cleanroom. The door of the clean side opens, and the material can be removed.

Product highlights

Tailor-made for maximum individuality

  • skanfog SARA room transfer flexible USP1: Person in a white protective suit walking through a stainless steel cleanroom chamber with an integrated digital control panel.

    Flexible design

    Various loading types (shelf, cart, and walk-in) plus individual adaptations (chamber sizes, rail systems, sensors, automation, etc.) enable ideal integration into production and material flow.

  • skanfolg SARA standalone usp2 by SKAN.

    Autonomous operation

    The nanox catalyst decomposes H₂O₂ residue-free, no exhaust ducts or roof connection required. This allows the transfer system to be optimally integrated into both new construction projects and existing buildings or cleanrooms.

  • skanfog SARA decontamination system usp3 by SKAN.

    Validated microbial reduction

    The automated, validated >6-log surface decontamination is a reproducible alternative to manual wiping or spraying procedures. SKAN takes care of cycle development and microbiological qualification for you.

Regulatory requirements

Regulatorily compliant transfer process

  • GMP and regulatory compliance

    Certified material airlock for transfers from CNC up to cleanroom Grade B – suitable for critical pharmaceutical processes.

  • Automation according to international standards

    All electronic records, audit trails, and user rights are fully documented and validatable according to 21 CFR Part 11 and GAMP.

  • Validated bio-decontamination

    Surface decontamination validated using biological and chemical indicators, fully documented and traceable.

skanfog sara thermolabile decontamination regulatory approval.

Technical specifications

  • Shelf

    ≤ 4 m³

  • Cart

    ≤9 m³

  • Walk-in

    ≤10 m³

  • Customization

    Individual adaptations available

  • HMI

    18.5″ touchscreen

  • Automation system

    PLC-based; Siemens or Allen Bradley

  • SCADA

    With batch reporting

  • Interfaces

    System integration according to GAMP 5

  • Continuous monitoring

    Pressure and leak integrity

  • Sensors

    H₂O₂ concentration, temperature, and door status sensors

  • Options

    Additional sensors available

FAQs

  • Manual procedures are highly operator-dependent and difficult to validate. SARA performs the decontamination process fully automatically – reproducible, documented, and validatable. This eliminates the risk of human error and always ensures full audit readiness.

  • skanfog SARA is modular and can be seamlessly integrated into existing material flows. As no external exhaust ducts are required, integration into existing building infrastructure is possible even after installation, with minimal modifications.

  • The integrated SKAN nanox catalyst completely decomposes H₂O₂ into water and oxygen after decontamination. Continuous monitoring of the residual concentration in the exhaust air ensures that the value is below defined limit thresholds before the cleanroom door is approved.

  • SKAN takes full responsibility for microbiological qualification and cycle development. The process is validated using biological indicators that demonstrate a bioburden reduction of ≥6-log. All qualification documents comply with GMP and GAMP 5 guidelines and are prepared for regulatory audits.

  • The automated decontamination airlock is a key element of a modern CCS according to Annex 1. It eliminates microbiological contamination risks during material transfer, reduces dependency on personnel interventions, and supports the risk-based verification of a closed, controlled process.

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