FDA Innovation Challenge II Winner

Contract EO Sterilization Designed for Medium Batches, Complex Devices, and Custom Cycles

Low-volume, high-attention ethylene oxide sterilization and validation for medical device teams who need precision, flexibility, and regulatory confidence.

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Why Andersen Scientific

Big sterilizers are built for scale.
We're built for your device.

Most contract sterilizers optimize for throughput. That works for standardized, high-volume manufacturing. It doesn’t work as well for first-generation devices, evolving designs, complex products, or programs requiring technical flexibility.

We built Andersen Scientific for exactly those projects. Our flexible-chamber EO systems, engineering-led approach, and purpose-built facility exist so that complex, small-batch work gets the same rigor and attention that high-volume programs take for granted.

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FDA Innovation Challenge II Winner

for low-volume EO emissions

Technology

Sealed flexible chambers with unit-dose EO cartridges.

Traditional EO sterilization systems often rely on large metal chambers and centralized gas delivery systems. Our process uses sealed flexible bags paired with unit-dose 100% EO cartridges, allowing the sterilization volume to more closely conform to the product load. This approach helps maximize EO concentration around the product while using a lower controlled EO dose.

The result is an efficient, targeted EO process well suited for delicate geometries, including long, narrow lumens and other technically challenging devices, while also reducing overall EO consumption and environmental emissions.

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Who We Work With

Technical depth, not just processing capacity

We support organizations ranging from early-stage startups to global manufacturers requiring hands-on engineering involvement.

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Medical Device Startups

Navigating clinical lot releases, validations, regulatory submissions, and initial production runs.

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Small to Mid-Sized OEMs

Flexible EO sterilization that scales with your evolving production needs.

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Pharma & Drug Development

Specialized sterilization support for pharmaceutical and combination products.

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Universities & Research Labs

Sterilization support for university research, novel products, and early-stage development programs.

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Hospitals & Clinical Programs

Controlled EO processing for clinical research groups and healthcare systems.

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Tissue Culture & Research Laboratories

Validation-focused EO processing for tissue culture and research applications.

Industries & Applications

Devices that require thoughtful sterilization strategy

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PMA devices and new or existing 510(k)s

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Devices for clinical studies and IDE submissions

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Implantable and invasive medical devices

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Complex devices with challenging geometries.

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R&D and preclinical devices

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Custom or low-volume products

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Devices transitioning toward commercialization

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Built Clean From the Ground Up

The most efficient EO facility on the market. Process uses 90% less gas than comperable chambers

Responsible sterilization is not a marketing claim for us. It is an engineering outcome.

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FDA Registered

Recognized by FDA for ultra-low emissions EO sterilization process.

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FDA EO Master File Support

We can provide technical data from our FDA Master File in support of your 510(k) submission.

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ISO-Compliant

ISO 14937-compliant EO validation practices aligned with current FDA guidance and recognized consensus standards.

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Decades of EO Experience

Combined hands-on expertise across process development, validation, and execution.

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Audit & Regulatory Support

Proven track record supporting customer audits, notified body reviews, and FDA inspections.

Why Choose Us

Not a high-volume sterilizer. And that's the point.

Large contract sterilizers optimize for throughput. Andersen Scientific customizes our process for your device and your specific needs. If your project requires careful engineering judgment, direct communication, and defensible documentation, you're in the right place.

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Fast turnaround

Most small loads are processed the day they arrive.

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No Minimum Lot Size

Flexible lot sizing from pilot studies through ongoing production.

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Direct Engineer Access

You talk to the people who run your process, not a ticketing system.

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Full Transparency

Clear pricing, defensible documentation, and no surprises.

Our Process

A practical, risk-based approach to every project

We apply the same disciplined framework whether you need a single feasability study, single batch release or a full validation program

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Regulatory Compliance

Every process decision is supported by relavent FDA and ISO guidance.

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Proportionate to Risk

Controls scaled appropriately to your product and regulatory path.

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Audit-Ready

Documentation designed to withstand regulatory scrutiny.

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Adaptable

Validation strategies designed to support evolving products and production needs.

Standards

Registered and audited for medical device work

ISO 13485 certified and FDA registered. Every lot is tracked and documented from receipt through release.

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ISO 13485 Certified & FDA Registered

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FDA Innovation Challenge 2 Winner

Recognized for responsible innovation

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Environmental Stewardship Award

Small Business recipient

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NC Permit Exemption

Exceptionally low emissions

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Meet Our Leadership Team

Daryl Woodman has spent more than two decades at Andersen Scientific developing breakthrough sterilization techniques and building the systems our clients depend on.

Learn why we chose sealed flexible-chamber EO systems, how our validation approach supports complex medical devices, and what differentiates Andersen Scientific from traditional sterilization providers.

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Client Feedback

Trusted by device teams nationwide

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“The resources at Andersen Scientific have been an invaluable asset to start-up clients of mine. Andersen provided superior and personable expertise and guidance. Their sterilization services offered us flexibility and affordability that are not available elsewhere.”
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“We have always been very pleased with the service we receive from Andersen Scientific. They have provided excellent customer service, pricing, and support for the process. We looked at several vendors for our sterilization needs and Andersen Scientific was clearly the best choice.”
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“I would like to take the opportunity to endorse the services of Andersen Scientific. Daryl Woodman and his team have given my company the most excellent customer service with quick turnaround on product and cost-effective sterilization solutions.”

Ready to discuss your project?

Tell us about your device and timeline. We’ll help determine the right sterilization and validation approach for your project.