--- title: Patheon (Thermo Fisher Scientific) brings RheaVita’s continuous and controlled lyophilization technology to Monza site description: Discover how cutting-edge aseptic lyophilization technologies are transforming injectable pharmaceutical production through enhanced automation, real-time monitoring, and operator-free processing capabilities. image: https://www.rheavita.com/hubfs/Monza.jpg --- false ![](https://www.rheavita.com/hubfs/Monza.jpg) News ## Patheon (Thermo Fisher Scientific) brings RheaVita’s continuous and controlled lyophilization technology to Monza site [ Back ](https://www.rheavita.com/news) Patheon (Thermo Fisher Scientific) brings RheaVita’s continuous and controlled lyophilization technology to Monza site 2:29 The implementation of Process Analytical Technology (PAT) represents a transformative approach to quality assurance in pharmaceutical lyophilization, enabling real-time monitoring and control that was previously unattainable with conventional batch freeze-drying systems. RheaVita's continuous lyophilization platform integrates advanced PAT capabilities that provide unprecedented visibility into critical process parameters at the individual vial level, facilitating immediate process adjustments and ensuring optimal product quality throughout the manufacturing cycle. This real-time monitoring capability addresses a fundamental limitation of traditional batch lyophilization, where process heterogeneity across large batches can result in variable product quality and increased risk of batch failure. Patheon, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, has strengthened its Monza site with the adoption of RheaVita’s advanced lyophilization technology, further expanding its capabilities in biopharmaceutical development and manufacturing. The Monza facility supports a wide range of activities, including lipid nanoparticle (LNP) formulation development, analytical services, and the production of biopharmaceuticals such as monoclonal antibodies and other recombinant proteins. The site also handles small-scale clinical and commercial filling. Recently, Monza opened a new state-of-the-art center of excellence dedicated to sterile injectables development. Today, the site supplies products to more than 20 countries, covering all major international markets across the U.S., Europe, and Asia-Pacific. As part of this expansion, the Monza site now offers clients access to the latest innovations in biopharmaceutical lyophilization with the installation of a RheaLyo™ Mono freeze-dryer. This system is supported by RheaVita’s process specialists and integrates seamlessly with Patheon’s Pharmaceutical Development Services (PDS), which guide products from formulation and pre-formulation through analytical method development and clinical trial material (CTM) supply. For lyophilized injectables, the new setup enables faster development timelines, greater flexibility thanks to a larger operational freezing space, and significantly improved reproducibility and high product quality through individual vial process control. 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