How to Handle Multiple Container Types in an Aseptic Filling Line

The short answer is by opting for a flexible main transport system

Individually programmed magnetically driven movers glide along their designated paths with speed and precision, all while maintaining a seamless, vibration-free operation.

Linear Magnetic Transport - The incorporation of a Linear Magnetic Transport System in an aseptic filling line revolutionizes the way carriers are managed within a confined space. This technology enables precise and individualized control over multiple carrier types, employing various container handling techniques and speeds that differ from conventional container handling methods.

Infeed Starwheel in DecFill® - production scale aseptic filling line

The Linear Magnetic Transport System seamlessly transfers containers using carriers that pick up items from an infeed starwheel. Once loaded with the container of choice, the carrier swiftly moves to the filling station for efficient processing.

Maximizing production flexibility while saving floor space, time and efforts

The filling line's individually programmed and controlled carrier system enables it to accommodate a wide range of containers, including vials, cartridges (RTU), syringes, Dual Chamber Syringes (DCS), and other double chamber systems. This level of flexibility is a significant advantage for pharmaceutical companies, as it allows them to optimize production without the need for multiple filling lines. This streamlined approach not only saves space but also increases efficiency by allowing for versatile filling capabilities within a single line.

Contributing to Contamination Control

• Particulate Contamination

Particulate matter contamination in the filling process caused by physical particles such as dust or metal fragments can jeopardize product quality. The innovative Linear Magnetic Transport System addresses this issue by securely transporting syringes, ampoules, and vials in specially designed carriers, eliminating vibrations and reducing particle generation. This advanced transport method not only ensures rapid movement within filling machines but also significantly minimizes the risk of contamination, maintaining product integrity.

• Optimal Design for Safety of Operators and Products

The Linear Magnetic Transport System is strategically positioned to maximize cleanroom conditions and airflow efficiency during the filling process. By vertically mounting the system, containers can easily move from left to right for filling above, while empty carriers return at the bottom, ensuring a smooth and streamlined process. This configuration allows operators to access machine areas safely with gloves, improving operational safety. Additionally, container placement on top of the system optimizes unidirectional airflow (UDAF) within the isolator, enhancing product quality and cleanliness.

Traditional transport systems, often motor-driven, are at risk of generating heat and potential particle contamination. In contrast, the Linear Magnetic Transport System operates via magnetic force, avoiding heat generation and mitigating the risk of contamination. Its ability to withstand aggressive gases, such as hydrogen peroxide, makes it an ideal choice for applications like Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide (VHP) decontamination.

Linear Magnetic Transport System in DecFill® aseptic filling line isolator

DecFill® - PS (Production Scale) aseptic filling line offers enhanced accessibility and reduced cleanroom space without compromising filling flexibility. With the innovative Linear Magnetic Transport System, this machine can efficiently manage various container types, prioritizing operator and product safety while optimizing production flexibility.

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