Project Summary 

Xepa is the leading manufacturer of off-patent pharmaceuticals in Malaysia. To cater for increased product demand, Xepa constructed a new multi-purpose pharmaceutical manufacturing facility and associated infrastructure. 

The Challenge

The project required process engineering and utility design expertise with a focus on lowering operating cost and footprint, while achieving certification for Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). 

Synertec’s Solution 

Synertec was initially contracted to undertake a Front End Engineering Design (FEED) study, which then progressed to detailed design and validation work incorporating: 

• Equipment selection including purified water system
• Process flows
• Personnel flows
• Manufacturing facility layouts 
• Wall and floor finishes and details
• Environmental control, including heating, ventilation, air conditioning, chilled water, and extraction systems
• Electrical design
• Automation systems 

Synertec introduced innovative solutions for manufacturing processes and design layouts, which optimised space usage and decreased operating costs. Synertec also provided technical overview and support during construction.