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KEEPING AN EYE ON COMPLIANCE
EVT Eye Vision Technology discusses how EyeVision software achieves compliance and quality control in the well-regulated pharmaceutical industry
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he pharmaceutical industry operates under some of the most stringent quality standards in the world. Every product must meet strict
Strict regulations require every product to be meticulously documented and tracked, from production to delivery.
For example, compliance with FDA
standards, including 21 CFR Part 11, is crucial for ensuring the integrity of electronic records and signatures. EyeVision Software meets these regulatory requirements, providing pharmaceutical manufacturers with adhere to strict industry standards. With increasing regulatory requirements and the need for traceability, manufacturers are turning to advanced technologies like EyeVision Software to streamline quality reading, quality inspection, and seamless integration into production lines. Pharmaceutical products often rely on Pharmacodes and colour ring codes. Unlike traditional barcodes, Pharmacodes can be printed in various colours and lack start-stop patterns, making them challenging to read accurately. The EyeSens Pharma Code Reader (PCR), powered by EyeVision Software, addresses this challenge with ease. It ensures high-speed, accurate reading of Pharmacodes, even when print quality is suboptimal. Beyond code reading, the EyeSens PCR can verify expiration dates, label positions, and
versatile tool for quality control. AI-powered pharma quality control: precision where it matters most Quality control in the pharmaceutical industry goes far beyond code reading - it’s about ensuring that every component meets the highest standards. With the integration of AI-powered inspection capabilities, EyeVision Software is said to take quality control to the next level. Pre-trained neural networks enable the system to handle even the most complex inspections with accuracy, from detecting microscopic defects to adapting to production variations. This combination of advanced imaging
and AI ensures that manufacturers can maintain compliance, reduce waste, and deliver safe, high-quality products. Take syringes, for example. A perfectly formed needle and a properly sealed plunger are critical for safe medication delivery. EyeVision software provides comprehensive inspection capabilities, enhanced by AI, to ensure that every syringe meets exacting standards: • Needle Inspection: The software inspects needle tips to an accuracy of 1/100mm, ensuring that only error-free needles are used. • Plunger inspection plungers are properly assembled and sealed to prevent leaks. • Surface inspection: Detects defects such as scratches, bubbles or contamination to maintain product integrity. • Geometric measurements: Using 3D imaging, the software ensures syringes meet • Contamination detection: AI-powered algorithms can identify even the smallest contaminants in ampoules or vials, ensuring
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that no foreign particles compromise product safety.
where accuracy and speed are critical. EyeVision software uses AI to distinguish between correct and incorrect pills based on colour, shape, or texture (see image below). With simple annotation tools, the system can quickly learn to identify variations, even in complex production environments. For example, a few images of pills can be annotated to train the AI based on transfer learning to classify thousands of pills per minute with high accuracy. This not only reduces human error, but also speeds up the inspection process, ensuring that only correctly manufactured pills move forward on the production line.
from production data, EyeVision’s AI quality control more reliable and automated. This adaptability is especially valuable in high-volume production environments. One of EyeVision’s standout features is its ease of integration. The software supports into existing production systems. Its drag- and-drop programming interface makes it accessible even to users without extensive technical expertise, enabling quick setup and with a fast time to market approach. In an industry where precision is reliable solution for ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance.
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KEEPING AN EYE ON COMPLIANCE
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