When: 2 February 2027

Where: Van der Valk, Venlo, NL

Join STERIS TechTeam℠ Professionals for a sterilization and laboratory testing services technical seminar in Venlo, The Netherlands! 

In this one-day event, attendees will enhance their understanding of current and future applications of industrial sterilization modalities, including X-ray, E-beam, gamma, and EO, and the laboratory testing services required to support product design, validation, manufacturing, and packaging.​

Plus, join STERIS for a site tour of the Venlo X-ray and EO facilities on the 3rd February from 9:30 am - 12:15 pm.

What to Expect

The seminar offers attendees a series of insightful presentations that feature case studies and examples. The event provides opportunities to network with STERIS TechTeam Professionals. 

AgendaWelcome and Introduction

• Sterility Assurance (SAL, Sterilization Technologies and Testing to Underpin)
• Product Microbiological Quality (Bioburden, Cleanroom Monitoring)
• Product Testing in Sterilization Validation (Test of Sterility, Residuals, Packaging)
• Radiation Technology: Defining the Best Technology and Technology Transfer
• Radiation Technology - How to Set and Define the Best Dose (Sterilization and Maximal Acceptable Dose) for a Medical Device?
• Radiation Technology: Routine Process Capability and Qualification: ISO11137 Requirements
• Gas Technology Center (GTC)
• SEO II – Parametric Release and Cycle Calculation
• Optional Networking Drinks Reception

A certificate of attendance will be available upon request for continuing professional development (CPD) purposes. 

Optional Networking Drinks Reception

Following the close of the seminar, attendees are invited to join us for an optional reception where they can catch up with our TechTeam Professionals and other seminar attendees while enjoying complimentary drinks.

Site Tour at STERIS Venlo X-ray and EO

On the 3rd February, join us for an optional site tour of our X-ray and EO processing facilities. Learn more about our contract sterilization services here. 

• You will have the choice to see the X-ray facility, EO facility, or both!
• Transport will not be provided from the Van de Valk hotel. Please make your own way to the facility.

Registration

This seminar is being offered free of charge. 

Registration includes all seminar sessions, lunch/breaks, and networking drinks reception.

Registration closes 22 January 2027. 

Accommodation at Van der Valk Hotel Venlo

Book here using discount code: VEN-01STERIS03

Van der Valk Hotel Venlo is conveniently located on the outskirts of Venlo, with easy access to both road and public transport networks. The hotel is approximately 4.2 km from Venlo Railway Station, making it around a 10-minute taxi journey, while Venlo city centre is also just 10 minutes away.

For air travellers, Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) is generally the most convenient international gateway, located around 45 minutes from the hotel by car and offering extensive European and long-haul flight connections. Eindhoven Airport (EIN) is around 55 km from the hotel. 

The hotel's location near the A67 motorway also provides straightforward access for guests travelling from Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium.

Visit the hotel website here. 

Resources

Go here to access STERIS AST resources, including TechTip whitepapers, webinars, and literature.

We hope to see you there!