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Steam Sterilization: Push-On Cap vs. Traditional Workflows | DURAN® Autoclave Bottle System

How much difference can a bottle design make during steam sterilization?

In this demonstration video, we compare a traditional laboratory bottle workflow with the DURAN® Autoclave Bottle featuring the Push-On Cap System. Follow both sterilization processes side by side and explore how differences in bottle handling can impact preparation, sterilization, and post-autoclave handling.

By reducing handling steps and simplifying routine procedures, the Push-On Cap System is designed to support safer and more efficient laboratory workflows.

Learn more about the DURAN® Autoclave Bottle and Push-on Cap System.

DWK Life Sciences DURAN® PURE

Discover DURAN® PURE – the API Bottle System Solution by DWK Life Sciences.

As part of the DWK Life Sciences family, the DURAN® PURE product line stands for the highest quality and regulatory safety in pharmaceutical and biotechnological production. Designed for GMP-compliant processes, DURAN® PURE offers a broad portfolio of Type I borosilicate glass bottles combined with premium closure systems to meet demanding industry requirements.

The portfolio ranges from 25 ml to 20 L and includes various neck sizes and closure options. Smaller bottles (up to 2 L) are ideal for storing and transporting APIs between manufacturing sites, while larger volumes (5, 10, 15 and 20 L) are mainly used in vaccine production. The amber-colored exterior provides optimal protection for light-sensitive substances.

All DURAN® PURE products comply with international pharmacopoeias and come with comprehensive documentation, including Certificates of Analysis, 100% traceability, Change Control and Drug Master File support. Manufacturing site audits can be requested by customers, ensuring maximum transparency and confidence.

DURAN® PURE is suitable for the storage and transport of APIs, bulk drug intermediates, excipients, media and cell cultures and is trusted by leading pharmaceutical companies worldwide.

DURAN® AUTOCLAVE BOTTLE AND PUSH-ON CAP SYSTEM – Safe & Efficient Sterilization

Discover a safer and more efficient way to sterilize liquid media in the lab with the DURAN® Autoclave Bottle system from DWK Life Sciences.

In this video, we introduce the key features and benefits of the DURAN® Autoclave Bottle and Push-on Cap system – designed to simplify steam sterilization while enhancing safety, reliability, and workflow efficiency.

What you’ll learn:

How steam sterilization ensures reliable liquid sterility

Safe handling without pre- or post-autoclaving adjustments

Benefits of DURAN® Borosilicate Glass 3.3 with high thermal resistance

Self-venting Push-on Cap for safe pressure regulation

Ergonomic design for improved handling and reduced contamination risk

Applications in microbiology, animal care, and GLP environments

Product Highlights:

Available sizes: 500 ml | 1000 ml | 2000 ml

Material: DURAN® Borosilicate Glass 3.3

Closure: Self-venting Push-on Cap

Features: Ergonomic | Safe | Efficient | Reliable | Certified

Whether you're preparing media, sterilizing liquids, or working in regulated laboratory environments, the DURAN® Autoclave Bottle system offers a dependable solution you can trust.

DURAN® PURE RTU (Ready-to-use)

Discover the DURAN® PURE Ready-to-Use (RTU) family from DWK Life Sciences – a sterile, fully processed packaging solution designed to simplify pharmaceutical and biotechnology workflows.

In this video, we explore how DURAN® PURE RTU bottles help eliminate in-house washing, drying, and sterilization processes, enabling teams to reduce operational bottlenecks, optimize cleanroom resources, and focus on higher-value activities.

Learn how our comprehensive quality and compliance framework – including Certificates of Analysis, full traceability, change control procedures, and Drug Master File support – helps manufacturers meet GMP and USP/EP requirements with confidence.

We also introduce the DURAN® PURE processing platform, offering Ready-to-Process, Ready-to-Sterilize, and Ready-to-Use options to match different workflow and sterility requirements.

From API sampling and packaging to bulk intermediate shipping, DURAN® PURE RTU helps reduce validation efforts, lower total cost of ownership, and minimize operational risk throughout the pharmaceutical supply chain.

Whether you're developing a new process or optimizing an existing one, DWK Life Sciences provides consultative support and tailored solutions to help ensure predictable, compliant outcomes.

DWK Barcoding & Labeling Solutions

DWK Barcoding & Labeling Solutions | Product Service Introduction

Bring digital traceability to your laboratory workflow with DURAN® Barcode Labelling Solutions from DWK Life Sciences. Discover how permanent laser-marked barcodes, QR codes, and 2D DataMatrix codes on DURAN® bottles and WHEATON® vials enable reliable container identification, streamlined data management, and GMP-compliant processes. In this video, you'll learn how unique serial identification supports full lifecycle traceability, reduces manual labelling errors, simplifies integration with LIMS, ELN, MES, and ERP systems, and helps laboratories improve efficiency, data integrity, and audit readiness. Whether you're working in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, contract testing, or high-throughput laboratory environments, DURAN® Barcode Labelling Solutions provide a robust foundation for automated and traceable workflows.

  • Permanent, tamper-proof markings
  • Unique serial identification for every container
  • Seamless integration with laboratory IT systems
  • Suitable for DURAN® bottles and WHEATON® vials
  • Supports GMP-compliant workflows and audit readiness
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