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Expert stability storage for your critical samples

Imagine having complete peace of mind knowing your samples are stored under optimal conditions. For a secure, reliable and cost-effective way to store your pharmaceutical and medical device stability samples under any ICH or custom temperature and humidity condition, you need Q1 Scientific.

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Leading in stability storage solutions

Streamline your stability programs by outsourcing to Q1 Scientific. Reduce staffing and equipment costs, minimise risks, and tackle compliance challenges effortlessly.

With a 100% on-time sample pull rate and facilities equipped with 24/7 monitoring and backup systems, we ensure unparalleled reliability and security for your samples.

Partnering with Q1 Scientific means working with a trusted leader in outsourced stability storage solutions, relied upon by the world’s top pharmaceutical and medical device companies. Discover how Q1 Scientific can meet your stability storage needs and contribute to the success of your projects.

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3

Facilities in Belgium, Ireland, and the US

12

Years of stability storage expertise

6/10

Of the top global pharmaceutical companies work with Q1 Scientific

15,000+

Stability storage spaces of varying sizes

3.5 million+

Samples stored at
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100%

Every sample is pulled on time for testing, we never miss a pull date

–80°C to +50°C

Storage with a full range of humidity control, adhering to standard ICH and custom conditions for R&D

365/24/7

Security monitoring, back up power and systems at cGMP facilities with extensive validation and quality systems

9.3/10

Average customer satisfaction rate

Stability Storage Services

Stability Storage

Are you running out of stability storage space or struggling with maintaining precise storage conditions? Q1 Scientific is here to solve those problems. We offer ICH and custom temperature and humidity-controlled storage, to keep your samples in optimal conditions.

Our state-of-the-art cGMP stability storage facilities in Belgium, Ireland, and the US provide comprehensive solutions, including –80°C to +50°C storage conditions, thermal cycling, photostability testing, and disaster recovery services.

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Photostability

Ensure product efficacy and safety under light exposure, complying with ICH Q1B guidelines. At Q1 Scientific, we conduct photostability testing on a single batch of material to provide reliable data on how your drug substance or product reacts to light exposure.

Whether performing forced degradation or confirmatory studies, data from our fully qualified, temperature and humidity controlled photostability chambers helps you take proactive steps to ensure product quality and regulatory compliance.

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Thermal Cycling

By recreating the adverse conditions typically encountered during shipment, we provide valuable insights into how your products will react. Our thermal cycling studies are designed to meet ICH Q1A (R2) section 2.1.7 guidelines, ensuring that the storage conditions and study durations are sufficient to cover storage, shipment, and subsequent use. This means you can have confidence that your products will maintain their integrity throughout their journey.

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Ultra Low Freezer Storage

When it comes to storing life-saving vaccines, groundbreaking pharmaceuticals, or delicate biological samples, maintaining their integrity is crucial. Q1 Scientific provides the ideal solution for your ultra-low temperature storage needs, down to -80˚C. At our facilities, we offer all commonly used conditions for biological or vaccine storage:

  • 5°C ± 3°C
  • –20°C ± 5°C
  • –70°C ± 10°C
  • –80°C ± 10°C
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Disaster Recovery

Unexpected events or chamber failures can disrupt your stability studies, leading to critical losses. Protect against unforeseen events with our comprehensive disaster recovery services.

Our disaster recovery procedure ensures the emergency transfer of samples, from individual batches or entire chambers. If one of your stability chambers fails, Q1 Scientific can swiftly take the affected samples, preventing significant interruptions to your stability program while safeguarding your valuable research.

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Q1 Scientific – Global Capacity

Q1 Scientific operates in 3 strategic locations worldwide and is part of Cambrex, which boasts a presence in 14 locations globally. Discover more about Q1 Scientific’s locations by exploring our interactive map.

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Expert Sample Management

How We Work with You

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New Stability Study

Contact Q1 Scientific to discuss your new study and specific requirements. You have complete control over the length of the study, storage conditions, and the number of sample pulls.

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Sample Receipt

Enjoy a seamless experience as we handle all sample delivery logistics to Q1 Scientific, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free process.

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Storing Samples

Upon arrival, we check your samples against your documentation. Samples are assigned a unique barcode for easy tracking, then placed in the specified storage conditions according to your protocol.

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Tracking & Monitoring

Our electronic system continuously monitors and tracks your samples, ensuring they remain in the correct conditions.

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Client Access

Stay informed and in control with our secure client portal, where you can access all relevant data and track your samples effortlessly.

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Sample Return

We notify you of upcoming scheduled pulls and manage the logistics for sample delivery to your site or testing laboratory, ensuring timely and safe returns.

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Quality & Compliance

At Q1 Scientific, our extensive Quality Management System (QMS) maintains the quality standards for our global sample storage and management services. This ensures every aspect of our operations is controlled and managed, giving you peace of mind.

We adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Distribution Practices (GDP), with regular audits by the HPRA, FAMHP, FDA, and other regulatory bodies, as well as every customer, underscoring our global commitment to quality. Our ISO 9001 certification further demonstrates our compliance with internationally recognised standards.

This commitment to quality management helps you in safeguarding patient health and providing high-quality, effective medicines and devices. With Q1 Scientific, you can trust that your valuable samples are protected and maintained at the right conditions.

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How outsourcing can transform your stability storage

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Scalable capacity

Enjoy the freedom to scale your stability storage up or down without any minimum contract. Get exactly the amount of storage you need, whenever you need it.

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Manage risk and compliance

Benefit from stability storage at cGMP facilities with extensive validation, quality systems, 365/24/7 security monitoring, backup power and systems.

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Control costs

With Q1 Scientific’s ‘Pay for Use’ model, you can eliminate waste and avoid hidden maintenance, service, and security expenses. Enjoy peace of mind with no unexpected facility costs.

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Complete visibility

Access your sample documentation and upcoming sample pull dates 24/7 through the secure Q1 Scientific portal

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Expert support

Count on our experts for help and guidance, ensuring you navigate any challenges and optimise your stability storage

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Maximise space

Free up valuable space and resources at your site, allowing you to focus on your core operations without the hassle of space constraints

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Save on Infrastructure

Reduce your capital investment by minimising the need for extensive storage facilities and infrastructure

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Reliability and trust

Rely on our proven track record and trusted reputation to ensure your samples are in safe hands

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Overcoming space and compliance challenges

Case Studies

Optimized Stability Storage

Facing space constraints and regulatory pressures, a healthcare manufacturer turned to Q1 Scientific. By outsourcing stability storage to Q1 Scientific, they reduced costs, maintained quality standards, and concentrated on their core competencies — all while benefiting from Q1 Scientific’s expertise.

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Q1 Scientific has provided us with an excellent resource for stability storage. The staff are very knowledgeable and friendly and show a great interest in our business. The security provided for critical samples is first class and allows us to know that our samples will be kept at the required conditions for the duration of our stability studies”

Technical Manager,

Leading Pharmaceutical Company

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Q1 Scientific Belgium achieves GDP certification
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Q1 Scientific Belgium achieves GDP certification

Q1 Scientific Belgium has achieved Good Distribution Practice (GDP) certification, reinforcing its commitment to providing fully compliant, environmentally controlled storage solutions for pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device products. What GDP..

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With over a decade of expertise, Q1 Scientific safeguards critical breakthroughs and life-changing innovations at state-of-the-art stability storage facilities across Belgium, Ireland, and the US.

Have questions about our stability storage services? Or simply want to visit our facilities and see firsthand how we are advancing stability storage solutions? Our dedicated team is here to help.

Contact us today to discover how we can optimise your stability storage.