Post-Commission Cleaning
Enhancing Operational Efficiency and Compliance in Process Systems
Post-commission cleaning is an essential maintenance service aimed at removing operational contaminants such as fouling, biofilms, scaling, and corrosion by-products from systems that have been in active use. AEKS offers comprehensive post-commission cleaning solutions tailored to industries including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, food processing, oil&gas, energy and high-purity utilities. This service is particularly relevant during system downtime, shutdowns, or prior to critical inspections and validation procedures.
Why Post-Commission Cleaning is Essential:
During regular operation, process systems are prone to internal contamination from microbial growth, mineral scaling, corrosion by-products, and residual chemicals. Left untreated, these deposits can:
- Compromise product purity and batch quality
- Disrupt fluid dynamics and pressure regulation
- Increase downtime due to fouling-related failures
- Accelerated equipment wear and potential failures
- Lead to non-compliance with industry regulations and safety standards
Regular post-commission cleaning ensures that systems operate at peak efficiency, maintain product integrity, and comply with stringent industry standards.
AEKS's Post-Commission Cleaning Services:
- Customized Chemical Cleaning Protocols: Utilizing industry-approved cleaning agents such as alkaline cleaners, organic acids (e.g., citric, phosphoric), and specialized solvents to effectively remove specific contaminants.
- Advanced Cleaning Techniques: Employing methods like Cleaning-in-Place (CIP) and Cleaning-Out-of-Place (COP) for thorough decontamination of vessels, pipelines, heat exchangers, and other critical equipment.
- High-Purity System Decontamination: Specializing in the cleaning of systems like Purified Water (PW), Water for Injection (WFI), and Clean Steam to eliminate biofilms and organic residues.
- Validation and Compliance Support: Providing comprehensive cleaning validation with swab sampling, rinse analysis, Total Organic Carbon (TOC) testing, and microbial assessments to meet cGMP and industry-specific standards.
Deliverables:
- Detailed documentation adhering to Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
- Customized method statement and risk assessment (RAMS)
- Pre- and post-cleaning inspection reports
- Certificates of cleanliness and compliance
- Photographic evidence and analytical data as required