Turnkey Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Launch
Asher Pharmacy set out to expand into sterile compounding but lacked the experience needed to build and operate a compliant facility.
Life Scientific, Inc. (LSI), in collaboration with Aseptic Enclosures, provided a fully integrated turnkey solution, guiding the project from initial planning through a fully functional sterile compounding pharmacy. By managing every stage under one coordinated team, LSI ensured a seamless startup process with no gaps in execution.
Project Overview
Customer: Asher Pharmacy
Industry: Retail Pharmacy
Project Type: Sterile Compounding Startup
Scope: Complete Turnkey Sterile Pharmacy Launch
Partners: Life Scientific, Inc. and Aseptic Enclosures
Services Provided:
- Cleanroom Design Support
- Equipment Procurement and Supply
- Installation Coordination
- Commissioning Assistance
- Certification Coordination
- Professional Cleanroom Cleaning Services
- Category 3 Competency Training
- Startup Guidance and Operational Support
The Challenge
Sterile compounding is one of the most demanding operational environments in pharmacy. Before a single dose is prepared, a facility must meet strict infrastructure requirements, implement proper workflows, properly train every staff member, and pass rigorous certification activities — all governed by USP <797> and USP <800> standards.
For a retail pharmacy entering sterile compounding for the first time, the path forward can be overwhelming.
Asher Pharmacy needed more than equipment. They needed a trusted partner who could manage the entire process, anticipate the challenges, and ensure nothing fell through the cracks.
The goal: Build a fully compliant, operational sterile compounding environment while giving Asher Pharmacy the training, support, and confidence to run it successfully long after launch.
LSI and Aseptic Enclosures’ Turnkey Solution
Life Scientific, Inc. and Aseptic Enclosures developed a comprehensive startup package — covering every component from the walls of the cleanroom to the competency of the people working inside it.
Cleanroom Infrastructure
A portable cleanroom solution was designed and supplied to create a controlled sterile compounding environment. This approach gave Asher Pharmacy the compliance-ready space they needed while maintaining flexibility for the future.
Delivered infrastructure included:
- Portable Cleanroom
- Cleanroom Doors
Primary Engineering Controls
At the heart of any sterile compounding program are the primary engineering controls. LSI and Aseptic Enclosures supplied:
- 50 x 32 Positive Pressure Compounding Aseptic Isolators (PP CAIs)
These ISO-classified isolators provide the controlled environment required for sterile preparation, supporting ongoing compliance with USP <797> standards.
Operational Equipment
Day-to-day functionality matters as much as infrastructure. The package also included:
- Cleanroom Carts
- Chairs
- Cleanroom Mop System
Garbing and Consumables
Contamination control begins before anyone enters the cleanroom. LSI and Aseptic Enclosures supplied:
- Coveralls and Sterile Garbing Supplies
- Gloves
Professional Cleanroom Cleaning Services
One of the most commonly overlooked challenges in a new sterile pharmacy startup is initial cleanroom preparation.
New teams often don’t yet have trained cleaning personnel, established procedures, or the experience to properly prepare a cleanroom and primary engineering controls before certification activities begin.
LSI and Aseptic Enclosures provided professional cleaning services to ensure the facility was correctly prepared, giving Asher Pharmacy the best possible foundation going into certification and operational launch.
Training and Competency Development
Equipment creates the environment. People make it work.
LSI and Aseptic Enclosures provided:
- Category 3 Competency Training
- Operational Guidance
- Startup Support
This training gave Asher Pharmacy’s staff the knowledge and skills required to perform sterile compounding responsibilities safely and in compliance with USP <797> and USP <800> standards from day one.
Commissioning and Certification Support
LSI and Aseptic Enclosures coordinated every stage of startup, guiding Asher Pharmacy through commissioning and certification preparation to ensure a smooth transition from installation to active operations.
This included:
- Commissioning Assistance
- Certification Coordination
- Startup Readiness Support
Results
Through the combined expertise of Life Scientific, Inc. and Aseptic Enclosures, Asher Pharmacy successfully launched a fully operational, compliant sterile compounding program.
Every component — facility, equipment, cleaning, certification, and training — was delivered as a single, coordinated solution.
Outcome Highlights
✓ Complete sterile compounding startup package delivered
✓ Portable cleanroom implemented and operational
✓ Sterile compounding equipment installed and ready
✓ Professional cleanroom cleaning completed prior to certification
✓ Certification coordination managed start to finish
✓ Category 3 competency training delivered to staff
✓ Single-source project management — one team, one point of contact
Why This Project Matters
The Asher Pharmacy project is a clear example of what Life Scientific, Inc. does best: connecting clients with the right manufacturers, the right equipment, and the right expertise — then coordinating the entire project so nothing is left to chance.
For a retail pharmacy entering sterile compounding for the first time, the risks of a fragmented approach are real. Delays in certification, gaps in training, improper cleanroom preparation — any one of these can derail a launch or create compliance exposure.
By partnering with Aseptic Enclosures and delivering a true turnkey solution, LSI ensured Asher Pharmacy could focus on what they do best: serving patients.
Ready to Launch Your Sterile Compounding Program?
Life Scientific, Inc. and Aseptic Enclosures provide complete turnkey solutions for sterile pharmacy startups, including:
- Portable Cleanrooms and Cleanroom Infrastructure
- Compounding Aseptic Isolators
- Cleanroom Equipment and Consumables
- Professional Cleaning Services
- Certification Coordination
- Category 3 Competency Training
- Startup Consulting and Project Management
Whether you are building a new sterile compounding program from the ground up or expanding existing operations, Life Scientific, Inc. has the partners, the products, and the experience to help you succeed.
From Concept to Operational Readiness — Life Scientific, Inc. delivers.
