Agitated nutsche filter and filter-dryer for pharmaceuticals

Ensure precise filtration, washing, and drying of sensitive compounds with minimal contamination risk, streamlining the purification process for high-value chemical and pharmaceutical production.

Processes Filtration, Washing, and Drying Operations

The Agitated Nutsche Filter-Dryer from De Dietrich Process Systems is an essential asset for pharmaceutical and chemical manufacturing, specializing in challenging solid-liquid separation tasks. It employs a multi-phase operation that expertly integrates filtration, washing, and drying into a closed system, crucial for purity-driven industries. This equipment supports applications such as the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients and biodegradable polymers, ensuring precise control over final product moisture levels. Featuring glass-lined and stainless steel options, it offers outstanding corrosion resistance, meeting stringent process conditions. It achieves seamless integration into existing production lines with PLC-controlled systems and CIP capability, reducing operator intervention and contamination risk. The system accommodates batch and continuous operations, adaptable to varied production scales, and is designed for compatibility with downstream processing steps. Compliance with industry standards ensures that it fits perfectly within regulated environments, fulfilling both efficiency and regulatory demands.

Benefits

  • Enhances product purity and uniformity through integrated filtration, washing, and drying processes.
  • Minimizes risk of contamination with a fully enclosed system, ensuring operator safety.
  • Offers exceptional corrosion resistance with glass-lined material options, extending equipment lifespan.
  • Seamlessly integrates into existing workflows with PLC controls, optimizing operational efficiency.
  • Reduces maintenance downtime through an efficient Clean-In-Place (CIP) system.

General


Applications
Green chemistry,Specialty chemicals,Fine chemicals,Agricultural chemicals,Biopharmaceuticals,Plant-based ingredients,Pigments,Pharmaceuticals
End products
Cytotoxic drugs,Active pharmaceutical ingredients,Botanical concentrates,Organic fertilizers,Biodegradable polymers,Agrochemicals,Synthetic dyes,Vitamin c powders,Natural pigments,Crop protection agents,Enzyme formulations,Herbal extracts,Ibuprofen granules,Plant-derived essential oils,Paracetamol powder
Steps before
Mixing,Reaction,Extraction
Steps after
Drying,Packing,Waste Gas Treatment,Waste Water Treatment
Input ingredients
solid materials,slurry,liquid
Output ingredients
wet cake,slurry,liquid,dried cake,less than 0.1% moisture
Market info
De Dietrich is renowned for manufacturing high-quality engineered-to-order (ETO) equipment, specializing in chemical process systems, glass-lined reactors, and filtration technologies, with a strong reputation for innovation, reliability, and safety in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries.

Technical Specifications


Filtration type
Cloth / Single layer metal screen / Multi-layer sintered metal
Discharge type
Gas Knife system
Moisture content reduction
Less than 0.1%
Material of construction
316L stainless steel / Alloy 20 / C-22
Heat transfer system
Heated Filter Plate
Capacity
Smallest to largest sizes available
Automation
Manual Intervention not required (Gas Knife System)
Drying method
Vacuum or convection drying
Cycle temperature
(For SIP) As per requirements

Operating Characteristics


Filtration and drying capability
Integrated
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch
Discharge method
Gas knife system
Cleaning method
CIP/SIP
Automation level
Manual / PLC

Material Compatibility


Corrosion resistance
Glass-Lined,Stainless Steel,Nickel Alloys,Hastelloy
Biological compatibility
Sterile Filter / Dryers with SIP capabilities
Chemical resistance
Enamel Coating

Product type Characteristics


Product type suitability
Pharmaceuticals,fine chemicals

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Compact design,limited overall dimensions
Tank shape
Conical or spherical
Feed method
Top inlet
Discharge method
Side discharge valve with metal-to-metal seals
Basket size
Varies based on model
Material of construction
316L stainless steel,Alloy 20,C-22,and glass-lined options
Agitator type
S-blade with gas knife system
Glovebox type
Rigid discharge glovebox

Custom Options


Control panel type
HMI / PLC
Material of construction
316L stainless steel,Alloy 20,C-22
Heated agitator
Yes
Main shaft seal designs
Various available
Gas Knife System
Enabled
Filter media compatibility
Cloth,metal screen,sintered metal
SIP capabilities
Yes
CIP/WIP systems
Yes
Discharge method
Gas-knife system