Choosing the right hot cell is one of the most critical decisions when setting up a radiopharmacy. This guide walks through the key factors — production volume, isotope types, cleanroom class, and future scalability — to help you make an informed choice.
Lead and tungsten are the two most common shielding materials in nuclear medicine. We compare their density, handling characteristics, cost profiles, and ideal use cases to help you select the right material for your application.
The IAEA has updated its transport regulations for radioactive materials. Here's what changed and how it affects Type A container specifications, labeling requirements, and documentation for international shipments.
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Complete product lineup including hot cells, shielding solutions, monitoring equipment, and transport containers with technical specifications.
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A practical guide to selecting the right hot cell configuration for your radiopharmacy — covering synthesis, dispensing, and dual-chamber options.
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Engineering reference for lead and tungsten shielding calculations, wall thickness guidelines, and facility layout best practices.
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Step-by-step checklist for compliant packaging, labeling, and documentation of Type A radioactive material shipments.
Scope: Hot cells, shielding, monitoring, and transport equipment for a new regional radiopharmacy producing F-18 and Ga-68 tracers.
Outcome: Delivered complete equipment package on schedule; facility passed regulatory inspection on first submission and began clinical production within 4 months of installation.
Scope: Replacement of legacy synthesis hot cells with dual-chamber units and upgrade of radiation monitoring infrastructure.
Outcome: Zero-downtime switchover completed over a scheduled weekend. New system increased daily batch capacity by 40% while reducing operator exposure by 60%.
Scope: End-to-end support for a government tender covering personal dosimeters, area monitors, and contamination control systems for 12 hospitals.
Outcome: APEX provided full bid documentation, technical compliance review, and post-award delivery coordination. All 12 sites equipped and operational within 6 months.
APEX supplies synthesis hot cells, dual-chamber hot cells, gas-target hot cells, and dispensing hot cells — all configurable to your production workflow, cleanroom class, and isotope requirements.
Yes. APEX has extensive experience supporting government procurement projects. We assist with bid documentation, technical compliance review, specification alignment, and quotation preparation to help you submit a complete and competitive tender.
Lead times vary by product category and configuration complexity. Standard shielding products typically ship within 4–6 weeks; custom hot cell systems generally require 3–6 months. We provide a realistic delivery schedule with every consolidated quotation.
Yes. We provide hands-on support for product registration, documentation preparation, and liaison with regulatory authorities. We also offer compliance guidance for radiation safety, cGMP, and packaging requirements relevant to your market.
Absolutely. APEX maintains long-term supply contracts for critical spare parts and provides technical consultation, installation guidance, and commissioning support throughout the equipment lifecycle.
You can submit your requirements through our Contact page. Tell us about your facility, project scope, and timeline — our team will respond with a tailored, project-specific proposal.