Topics & Areas

The Ilmac industry event at the important location in Basel and Lausanne is the largest meeting place for the chemical and life science industry in Switzerland. At the trade fair, exhibitors present the latest products and innovations from their fields. Ilmac also offers an extensive supporting program with specialist presentations, workshops and networking opportunities. The entire value chain is covered. Be inspired by the latest trends and developments.

Outlined below is an overview of the Ilmac topics and areas.

Synthesis process
Analytical methods
Chromatography (TLC, HPLC, GC)
Spectroscopy (MS, NMR)
Spectrometry (Raman, IR, UV/Vis)
Microscopy, imaging
Thermal analysis
Laboratory equipment qualification, method validation
Equipment, machines
Consumables
Chemicals
Infrastructure and facilities
Clean room and ventilation technology

Bioanalytics/Medical Analytics/Diagnostics
Microbiology
Immunology
Molecular Biology
Cell biology
Genetics
Developments in molecular diagnostics and genomics
Clinical chemistry and hematology
Microbiological diagnostics and infection screening
Imaging and pathology

Biotechnological technologies/ Bio-technological processes
Bioprocessing
Highly specific molecular and microbiological methods
PCR and assay methods
Next generation sequencing (NGS) technologies
Automation and evaluation options
Bioinformatics

Chemical technologies/Chemical processes
Production of API/HAPI
Pharmaceutical technologies/Pharmaceutical processes
Solid/liquid/semi-solid dosage forms
Sterile/non-sterile filling
Packaging Food technologies/food technology processes “Fake Food”
Process optimization for efficient pharmaceutical production
Process and system planning, qualification and validation
Use of continuous manufacturing processes
Quality control procedures
Use of PAT tools for process improvement
Risk management to ensure safety and quality
Measurement and control technology
Pumps, fittings, hydraulics

Digital transformation
Intelligent laboratory technology
Automation
Personalized workflows
Robotics
Networking and standardization
Device communication
Standardization of interfaces
Sample logistics and traceability
Serialization, aggregation
Barcodes
RFID tags
Traceability systems
AR and VR: support for laboratory activities
Big data and artificial intelligence
Data analysis
Process optimization
Cloud computing and IoT
Data processing
Control of devices

Software solutions
Data management
Process control
Quality control and documentation
Data integration
Integration of different data sources and systems for seamless
Communication and data exchange throughout the company
Cybersecurity
Cloud computing
Use of cloud platforms for storage
Processing and analyzing large amounts of data
Scaling IT resources as required
Interoperability
Ensuring the compatibility of IT systems
Ensuring the interoperability of IT systems
Compliance and regulations
Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements for IT security
Computer system validation (CSV), data integrity
LIMS and laboratory software: sample and data management

Procurement and storage of raw materials and starting materials
Storage and transportation of medicinal products and finished products (cool chain management)
Validation of storage and transportation processes
Warehouse management and organization, including temperature control and batch tracking
Traceability of products along the entire supply chain for quality control and recalls
Use of technologies such as RFID, barcodes and track-and-trace systems to improve transparency and efficiency in the supply chain
Risk management

Environmentally friendly production: implementation of production processes that conserve resources and minimize
Environmental impact
Sustainable procurement
Waste management and recycling
Occupational safety
Protective equipment
Waste disposal
Safety technology in the laboratory
Sustainability
Social Responsibility