On Tuesday, February 25th, SilcoTek's Luke Patterson and Patrick Dick will be travelling to the Raleigh Convention Center in Raleigh, North Carolina for the International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering Carolina-South Atlantic Chapter (ISPE CaSA) annual technology show. This will be SilcoTek's first appearance at the Carolina-South Atlantic Chapter show, where we will be co-exhibiting with Winter Technologies, a long-time partner with SilcoTek. Please join us in booth #136 for a great show!
The biopharmaceutical industry is evolving rapidly, demanding higher purity, greater efficiency, and more durable systems. Traditional electropolished and passivated alloys are no longer sufficient to meet the increasing complexity and sensitivity of modern biopharmaceutical processes. Even the most polished stainless steel or exotic alloys are susceptible to microscale reactions with process fluids, leading to costly downtime, reduced efficiency, and increased maintenance.
The Challenge: Balancing Performance and Material Limitations
To maximize output, performance, and purity, fluid contact with metal surfaces should be minimized. However, metal alloys remain essential for bioprocessing equipment (BPE).
So how can manufacturers and end users achieve both durability and purity?
The Solution: SilcoTek’s Advanced Surface Treatments
SilcoTek offers a cutting-edge surface treatment that enhances stainless steel beyond traditional alloys. Our proprietary technology provides:
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Corrosion and rouging resistance across the full pH spectrum (0-14)
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Twice the durability of untreated stainless steel
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Self-cleaning and easier maintenance, reducing operational costs
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Inertness to metal-sensitive compounds, including oligonucleotides and other high-value biopharmaceuticals
Trusted Across High-Purity Industries
SilcoTek’s advanced coatings are widely used in industries where purity and performance are critical, such as semiconductors, medical devices, and analytical instrumentation. Key benefits include:
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Regulatory compliance – FDA compliant, USP Class VI, and NSF certified
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Broad application – Suitable for any BPE flow path component, including tubes up to 24’ long
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Molecular-level bonding – Prevents flaking and ensures long-term integrity
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No impact on ASME-BPE surface designations – Applicable to SF0-SF6 finishes
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Uniform, 100% coverage – Achieved through a vapor-phase surface treatment process
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Lower cost and faster lead times compared to exotic alloys
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Hassle-free process – Simply send us your equipment, and we take care of the rest
Unparalleled Protection and Performance
SilcoTek’s coatings have been proven to eliminate rouging in guanidine hydrochloride applications and prevent metal contamination even in high-purity water environments. Our treatment ensures long-lasting protection against common industry challenges, helping manufacturers maintain superior quality and efficiency.
