Bio Engineering Section
The Bio Engineering Section plays a critical role in supporting vaccine manufacturing, process development, and equipment maintenance through the integration of biological sciences with engineering principles. It ensures optimal performance of fermentation, purification, and production systems that drive high-quality biological outputs.
Overview
The Bio Engineering Section bridges biology and technology to maintain and optimize equipment critical for vaccine and biological production. It focuses on system design, process validation, and technology transfer to ensure consistent product quality and efficiency.
The section supports process innovation and provides technical expertise for plant utilities, fermentation systems, and purification setups used across research and production units.
Core Functions
- • Design and maintenance of bioprocess and production equipment
- • Process optimization for fermentation and downstream systems
- • Calibration and validation of instrumentation and control systems
- • Development of automation and monitoring solutions for production plants
- • Support to research units in experimental setup design and prototype fabrication
- • Documentation and compliance with GLP and GMP standards
Infrastructure and Facilities
The section is equipped with advanced engineering and process control facilities to support production efficiency and safety, including:
- • Bioreactors and fermenters with automated control systems
- • CIP/SIP systems for sterile process maintenance
- • Instrumentation and calibration laboratories
- • Fabrication and mechanical workshop for custom equipment design
- • Utility management systems (steam, air, water, and refrigeration)
- • Real-time process monitoring and data acquisition systems
Research and Collaboration
The Bio Engineering Section collaborates with R&D, Production, and Quality units to introduce process innovations and optimize yield. It also contributes to technology transfer, scale-up studies, and the adoption of sustainable and energy-efficient engineering solutions.
Quality and Compliance
The section adheres to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Engineering Standards to maintain system integrity and operational reliability. Preventive maintenance schedules, system validation, and calibration records ensure compliance and quality assurance.
Mission and Commitment
The Bio Engineering Section is dedicated to advancing bioprocess innovation and mechanical reliability that power safe and effective biological production. Through precision engineering and interdisciplinary collaboration, it ensures sustainable progress in vaccine and biological manufacturing.