The integration of visual inspection for
radio­pharma­ceuti­cals

The automatic dispenser (OVDD/CVDD) and the Visual Inspection Assist RadioPharma (VI-Assist R) are seamlessly integrated within the dispensing hot cell, optimizing your daily working progress and production speed.

Annex 1 compliance and visual inspection

Radiopharmaceuticals must meet the strict requirements outlined in Annex 1 for sterility, inspection, validation, risk control, and quality assurance. Visual inspection is a crucial step in this process. In collaboration with LUO, Von Gahlen offers the advantages of fully automated visual inspection derived from regular GMP processes to the challenging environments of radiopharmaceuticals.

Fully integrated hot cell production lines 

With decades of expertise in radiation protection and GMP compliance, we design and build hot cells for both research and production. Our integrated solutions combine proven technology with innovation to meet the highest international standards.

Dispensing Hot Cell

Our Dispensing Hot Cell (DPB) provides a GMP class A environment for aseptic filling. Designed for seamless integration of dose dividers, it ensures safe, accurate, and efficient workflows.  

Automatic dispensing system

Our OVDD and CVDD dose dividers precisely and quickly fill patient-specific vials. The software calculates optimal doses, scans vial labels, and generates customized identification to ensure safety and traceability. This makes the entire dispensing process smoother, more efficient, and optimized. 

Fully Integrated Hot Cell Production Lines

Visual inspection system

The compact automated visual inspection unit for radiopharmaceuticals, developed by Luo Automation (the VI-Assist R), operates directly inside the dispensing hot cell. By rotating vials under different light settings, it fully automatically detects contaminations, cap integrity issues, and cosmetic defects. The VI-Assist R combines Luo’s patented inspection methods from regular GMP productions with Von Gahlens' hot-cell manufacturing expertise.

From filling to transport

The integration of dispensing, inspection, and automated handling ensures that every vial is safely prepared, controlled, and securely packed in Type A packaging – ready for transport. 

Visual inspection

Each final product must undergo 100% visual inspection for particles and defects.  

LUO

Features of the automatic dispensing systems:

  • Reliable system +10 years on the market
  • Designed according to GMP regulations
  • Well-developed hardware and updated user-friendly software;
  • Pierced septum method (CVDD) / open vial filling (OVDD)
  • Remotely operated, aseptic manipulation and dispensing
  • Safely and high-precision filling
  • Multi-dose or single-dose vials;
  • Opening, filling, capping, and crimping of the pre-sterilized vial
  • Dispense up to 20 mL of the diluted radiopharmaceutical;
  • Sterile disposable set – easy transition between batches
Sterility and aseptic production
Radiopharmaceuticals must be manufactured in strictly controlled sterile environments.

The optimal workflow for sterile filling and inspection with integrated systems  

Automatic dispensers

Open Vial Dose Divider (OVDD) & Closed Vial Dose Divider (CVDD)  

Features of the VI-Assist R

  • Fully automated inspection
  • In compliance with Annex 1
  • Remotely operated
  • Compact design for hot-cell integration
  • AI-powered detection software
  • Applicable for a wide range of container types
  • Proven and validated technology
  • Easy adaptation to new products
Automatic dispensers

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