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Publications & External References

Selected technical publications, industry contributions and independent external references documenting the work and professional background of Juergen M. Metzger, Founder & Principal of Pharma-Technology-Consulting, across aseptic fill-finish, isolators, RABS, Annex 1, contamination control, transfer technology and pharmaceutical CAPEX projects.

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Selected Publications

Pharmaceutical Online · Guest Column · June 8, 2026

Emerging Technologies In Aseptic Processing: Hype Vs. Operational Reality

By Juergen Metzger, Pharma-Technology-Consulting. Discussion of robotics, gloveless isolators, closed aseptic systems, contamination risk and the operational realities of advanced aseptic manufacturing.

Read the article at Pharmaceutical Online
Pharmaceutical Online · Guest Column · June 1, 2026

Why FAT Should Confirm Alignment, Not Reveal Its Absence

By Juergen Metzger, Pharma-Technology-Consulting. A project-governance perspective on why process, equipment, automation, transfer and operational alignment should be established before factory acceptance testing.

Read the article at Pharmaceutical Online
Pharmaceutical Online · Guest Column · May 12, 2026

Why Isolators Do Not Automatically Ensure Annex 1 Compliance

By Juergen M. Metzger, Pharma-Technology-Consulting. Examination of isolators, active RABS, contamination control strategy, transfer concepts, bio-decontamination and the operational application of EU GMP Annex 1.

Read the article at Pharmaceutical Online
Pharmaceutical Technology · September 2, 2019

Annex 1 Considerations for Fill/Finish

Technical article by Juergen Metzger addressing aseptic transfer, automation, isolators, RABS, contamination control and equipment considerations for pharmaceutical fill-finish under Annex 1 expectations.

Read the article at Pharmaceutical Technology
Syntegon · Technical Article & Presentation

Sterile Fill Finish Applications for Aseptic and Highly Potent Drugs

Industry article and associated presentation written by Juergen Metzger in his former role as Isolator and Process Specialist, covering line design, isolator equipment, aseptic processing, qualification and advanced filling technology.

View the article at Syntegon

Industry & Professional Contributions

Parenteral Drug Association (PDA) · Published November 2025

Points to Consider No. 14: Manufacturing of ATMPs – Facility Design (Part 1)

Juergen Metzger is listed among the authors of this PDA Points to Consider document addressing risk management, facilities, utilities and process equipment for ATMP manufacturing.

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PDA Journal of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology · 2025 · Vol. 79, Issue 4

Next GEN Pharma Machinery – Flexible Fill and Finish

Technical contribution by Juergen Metzger on flexible fill-finish concepts and next-generation pharmaceutical machinery, published in the PDA Journal of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, Volume 79, Issue 4, pages 450–451.

Explore the Next GEN Pharma Machinery overview
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ISPE · 2022 Aseptic Conference

Biopharma Industry Megatrends / C&G and ATMP Industry Panel

Juergen Metzger is listed as a speaker in ISPE material covering aseptic manufacturing, cell & gene therapy / ATMP trends, automation, robotics and advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing.

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Sartorius · Video Case Study

Flexibility First: A Fill & Finish Collaboration Story

External video case study covering Annex 1, isolator requirements, aseptic filling strategy, standardization and rapid transfer port integration, with Juergen Metzger listed among the experts.

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PharmaEd Resources · Aseptic Processing Summit

Repeated speaker participation at PharmaEd Resources' Aseptic Processing Summit, reflecting an ongoing professional relationship focused on aseptic processing, contamination control and advanced fill-finish technology.

PharmaEd Resources · Aseptic Processing Summit 2024 · La Jolla, CA · October 23–24, 2024

Contemporary Small Batch Fill Finish Solutions and the Next Generation in Pharma Machinery

Juergen Metzger participated as an Industry Expert and speaker while serving as Director of Turnkey Projects & New Technologies at Bausch+Ströbel. The official PharmaEd conference program lists the presentation and speaker role.

View the official PharmaEd 2024 conference program
PharmaEd Resources · Aseptic Processing Summit 2025 · Philadelphia, PA · October 8–9, 2025

Aseptic Processing Summit 2025

Juergen Metzger returned as a speaker / Industry Expert at the 2025 Aseptic Processing Summit in Philadelphia, continuing the collaboration with PharmaEd Resources.

View the official PharmaEd 2025 conference program
PharmaEd Resources · Aseptic Processing Summit 2026 · La Jolla, CA · December 2–3, 2026

FDA Warning Letters: Root Cause Analysis and Technology Enablers in Aseptic Manufacturing

Juergen M. Metzger is scheduled to present at the Aseptic Processing Summit 2026 in La Jolla. The session examines contamination risks associated with human and glove interventions in aseptic manufacturing, current EU GMP Annex 1 and FDA expectations, Human Performance principles, and the role of gloveless aseptic processing, robotics, sensors and vision systems in reducing manual intervention.

The official PharmaEd conference program lists Juergen M. Metzger as CEO of Pharma-Technology-Consulting, LLC and schedules the presentation for December 2, 2026 at 10:45 AM.

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INTERPHEX & PACK EXPO

Selected conference speaking engagements covering aseptic transfer technology, Annex 1, ATMP manufacturing and next-generation pharmaceutical machinery.

INTERPHEX · 2022

Cutting Edge of Aseptic Transfer Technology

Conference presentation by Juergen Metzger addressing advanced aseptic transfer concepts and technologies for pharmaceutical manufacturing.

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INTERPHEX · 2023

Best Possible Annex 1 Compliance of Single-Use for ATMPs

Conference presentation by Juergen Metzger focused on the use of single-use technology for ATMP applications and alignment with EU GMP Annex 1 expectations.

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PACK EXPO International · Chicago, IL · November 5, 2024

VarioSys Success and the Next Generation in Pharma Machinery

Juergen M. Metzger participated as a speaker at PACK EXPO International 2024 while serving as Director of Turnkey Projects & New Technologies at Bausch+Ströbel Machine Company. The official PACK EXPO speaker profile lists the session and speaker role.

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External Professional Profiles & References

ISPE · Professional Profile

Juergen Metzger

ISPE profile documenting industry experience across Bosch Packaging Technology, Sartorius North America and Bausch+Ströbel, including aseptic fill-finish, isolator technology, engineering, product management and business development.

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Parenteral Drug Association (PDA) · Speaker Profile

Juergen Metzger – Aseptic Transfer Systems / Final Filling

PDA speaker profile documenting technical roles in aseptic filling lines, isolators, aseptic processes, automation, qualification and validation, barrier systems and aseptic transfer technology.

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Pharmaceutical Technology · Author Profile

Juergen Metzger – Author

Publisher author page connecting Juergen Metzger with technical coverage of Annex 1 and pharmaceutical fill-finish.

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LinkedIn · Professional Profile

Juergen M. Metzger

Professional profile and industry activity covering aseptic processing, fill-finish, barrier systems, Annex 1, pharmaceutical technology and Pharma-Technology-Consulting.

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