Pure Steam Testing Service

At Validair Engineers, our Pure Steam Testing Service ensures the quality, safety, and effectiveness of pure steam used in sterilization and cleanroom environments. We provide comprehensive validation to confirm that your pure steam meets pharmacopeial standards (such as USP, EP, and IP) for non-condensable gases, dryness fraction, and superheat.

Pure steam is commonly used for sterilizing critical equipment, pipelines, and production environments. However, to maintain sterility assurance levels (SAL), the physical, chemical, and microbiological quality of pure steam must be validated. Deviations can compromise product safety, equipment integrity, and lead to regulatory non-compliance.

What is Pure Steam Testing Service?

Ensure your sterilization processes meet the highest purity standards with professional pure steam testing services. Trusted across industries such as pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and food processing, these services play a vital role in safeguarding product integrity and regulatory compliance.

Pure Steam Testing Service is essential for assessing the quality and purity of steam used in critical applications such as pharmaceutical manufacturing and healthcare facilities. This service involves comprehensive testing of key parameters like non-condensable gases, steam dryness, and superheat levels. Ensuring compliance with industry standards, Pure Steam Testing helps verify that the steam used in sterilization and cleanroom processes is safe, effective, and contaminant-free.

Which Parameters Need to Be Tested For Pure Steam Testing Service?

Pure steam testing is essential in industries like pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and healthcare to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and to maintain product safety. During pure steam testing, several critical parameters must be analyzed to confirm steam quality. Key parameters include non-condensable gases (NCGs), which can reduce heat transfer efficiency; dryness fraction, which indicates the moisture content and ensures proper sterilization; and superheat, which verifies the steam’s ability to maintain sterilization without causing equipment damage. Additional checks involve conductivity, pH, and endotoxin levels, which confirm the absence of impurities and microbial contamination. Testing these parameters guarantees that the steam used in sterilization and clean-in-place (CIP) processes is pure, consistent, and reliable. By monitoring these factors regularly, companies can ensure compliance with standards such as EN285 and HTM, reduce operational risks, and maintain high levels of safety and product integrity in critical applications.

Steam Quality Test Services - Calibration and Validation

Steam Quality Test Services – Calibration and Validation are essential for ensuring the efficiency, safety, and compliance of steam systems used in pharmaceutical, biotech, and healthcare industries. Steam quality testing evaluates critical parameters such as dryness fraction, non-condensable gases, and superheat to confirm that steam meets regulatory standards for sterilization and cleanroom applications. Calibration and validation ensure that measuring instruments deliver accurate results, minimizing risks of contamination and process failures. These services help organizations maintain GMP compliance, optimize sterilization processes, and safeguard product quality, making them a crucial part of pharmaceutical validation and quality assurance protocols.

Our Pure Steam Testing Includes:

Non-Condensable Gases (NCG) Test: We measure the amount of air and other gases that do not condense with steam. High levels of NCG can reduce the heat transfer efficiency and sterilization effectiveness. Our testing ensures these gases are within pharmacopeial limits.

Superheat Test Superheated steam may indicate incorrect temperature and pressure conditions. Our superheat testing confirms that steam is not excessively superheated, as that can hinder effective sterilization.

Chemical Quality: We test for the presence of unwanted chemical residues or contamination within the steam.

Microbial Testing: Pure steam must be free from microorganisms. We perform microbiological tests if required, especially in pharmaceutical and biotech applications.

How To Check Steam Purity?

Steam purity is a crucial parameter in pharmaceutical, biotech, and healthcare industries, especially where steam is used for sterilization, cleanroom environments, or direct product contact.

Key Parameters:

• Non-Condensable Gases (NCGs): Measured to ensure gases like oxygen and carbon dioxide are within acceptable limits, as they can reduce sterilization efficiency.
• Dryness Fraction: Determines the level of moisture in steam. Pure steam should have a dryness fraction close to 1 (≥ 0.95) to ensure effective sterilization.
• Superheat Test: Ensures steam is not overheated beyond saturation, which could damage equipment or affect sterilization.

These tests are conducted using calibrated instruments under GMP and regulatory guidelines to validate steam quality and ensure compliance.

Why Choose Validair Engineers?

Over a decade of validation experience

Cost-effective service packages

Compliance with global standards

Highly trained and certified technicians

Ensure your sterilization process is compliant, effective, and traceable.

Contact Validair Engineers today to schedule your Pure Steam Testing and receive a professional validation report for your facility.