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Introducing: the Shadow M3

Shadow M3 Pharmaceutical Inspection Unit – Integrated Compliance and Data Tracking

The Shadow M3 is a brand-new, cutting-edge pharmaceutical inspection unit, hot off the press and ready for sale, engineered for precision, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency in clean room environments. It combines advanced inspection ergonomics with fully integrated lighting, pacing, and data management systems to support high-quality manual inspection workflows.

Key features include:

  • Integrated Light Meter for Internal LUX Calculation – Eliminates the need for an external light meter by continuously measuring illumination within the unit, ensuring optimal lighting for USP <790> visual inspections.

  • Pacing System – Supports consistent inspection speed, promoting operator performance and batch uniformity.

  • Audit Logging & Data Tracking – Captures every inspection step digitally, providing secure, traceable records in full 21 CFR Part 11 compliance, including operator actions, batch information, and inspection outcomes.

  • Customizable Data Tracking – Collects and organizes metrics specific to your operations, enabling targeted analysis of performance, defects, and trends.

  • Advanced Reporting Capabilities – Users can pull, create, and customize reports to meet regulatory, operational, or internal quality requirements. Reports can include batch data, inspection trends, operator performance, and other key metrics.

  • Batch Reporting Integration – Fully compatible with Tread MX II and Sentinel software, allowing automated documentation, trend analysis, and detailed insight into defect classifications and operational performance.

The Shadow M3 offers a turnkey, compliance-ready solution for pharmaceutical manufacturers, combining advanced hardware, regulatory-aligned software, and flexible data reporting. Its integrated compliance features, internal lighting management, and customizable metrics make it ideal for modern GMP operations that require both accuracy and detailed, actionable documentation.

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