Compact cleaning system for glass and plastic containers

Ensure exceptionally thorough cleaning and gentle handling of diverse vial and bottle types with this high-speed system, optimizing your production line’s efficiency while preventing media cross-contamination.

Cleans and Transports Containers Continuously

The FAU Series from Bausch+Ströbel consists of high-speed container cleaning machines meticulously engineered for pharmaceutical and biotech productions. These machines excel at delivering intensive wet cleaning for glass vials, plastic ampoules, and medicine bottles, all in a continuous, gentle transport system. Each unit, including the FAU6000, FAU8000, and FAU12000, offers adaptable throughput, cleaning up to 36,000 containers per hour depending on the model. A distinguishing feature is its ECOwash technology, which ensures optimized cleaning with reduced water and air consumption by up to 40% and 20%, respectively. The system supports multiple cleaning media configurations without cross-contamination, enhancing flexibility across various applications from liquid pharmaceuticals to nutraceuticals. Integration into production lines is seamless, with options for ultrasonic pre-cleaning and automated monitoring systems. Designed for minimal setup time and ease of operation, the FAU Series aligns with GMP and FDA guidelines, supporting industry compliance while offering sound-insulated guarding and energy-efficient performance for sustainable operations. Customization, including additional cleaning media and specialized cleaning needles, ensures this series meets specific production needs.

Benefits

  • Increases productivity with high-speed cleaning up to 36,000 containers per hour.
  • Minimizes resource use, cutting water consumption by up to 40% and air consumption by up to 20%.
  • Enhances process flexibility with customizable cleaning sequences and media configurations.
  • Ensures compliance with GMP standards and FDA guidelines, supporting regulatory needs.
  • Lowers operational noise and energy use through ECOwash technology, promoting sustainable practices.

General


Applications
Liquid formulations,Medical devices,Nutraceuticals,Biopharmaceuticals,Healthcare products,Pharmaceutical formulations
End products
Medicine bottles,Pharmaceutical plastic containers,Glass vials,Plastic vials,Nutraceutical bottle packaging,Medical device cleaning containers,Liquid medication bottles,Ampoules,Injectable glass containers,Biopharmaceutical ampoules
Steps before
Container sorting,Initial inspection
Steps after
Sterilization,Drying,Final inspection,Packing
Input ingredients
vials,bottles,ampoules,glass containers,plastic containers,non-stable containers
Output ingredients
clean vials,clean bottles,clean ampoules,clean glass containers,clean plastic containers,clean non-stable containers
Market info
Bausch Stroebel specializes in manufacturing high-quality pharmaceutical packaging and processing machinery, renowned for their precision, reliability, and innovation in filling and packaging lines for the pharmaceutical industry. They are respected for tailored solutions and advanced engineering.

Technical Specifications


Machine Type
Compact cleaning machine
Output Capacity
FAU6000
Container Diameter Range
7.5 - 52 mm
Container Height Range
35 - 140 mm
Cleaning Schematic
Freely selectable
Pre-Cleaning Method
Ultrasonic bath
Container Transport
Gentle,continuous motion
Automation Level
Easy and centralized operation
Water Recycling Station
Integrated,retractable
Cleaning Media
Configured to prevent mixing
Sound Insulation
Sound-insulated machine guard
Water Heating
Continuous flow water heater
Filter Type
Fine and HEPA filters
Pressure Monitoring
Differential pressure monitoring system
CIP/SIP Version
Available for fine and HEPA filters
Heating Option
Electric heater for ultrasonic bath
ECOwash System Efficiency
Reduction in water,residual moisture,air consumption,and noise
GMP Compliance
Meets applicable requirements
FDA Guideline Compliance
21 CFR Part 11

Operating Characteristics


Cleaning method
Ultrasonic bath / Wet cleaning
Automation level
Easy and centralized operation
Changeover time
Short set-up time
CIP/SIP
Manual / CIP version
Container transport
Gentle and continuous motion
Energy efficiency
High energy efficiency
Batch vs. continuous operation
Continuous flow
Media usage ordering
Freely selectable

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Product type Characteristics


Container type
Vials,bottles,ampoules,non-stable containers

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Compact
Control panel type
Easy and centralized operation
Container size
Diameter
Container transport
Gentle and continuous motion
System configuration
Preconfigured for a 4th cleaning medium
Sound-insulated machine guard
Yes
Water recycling station
Integrated,retractable
Extended infeed belt
Mobile version
ECOwash system
Container-optimized cleaning needles
Transition and linkage
To machine downstream

Custom Options


Sound-insulated machine guard
Optional
Water recycling station
Integrated,retractable
Cleaning media configuration
Preconfigured for a 4th cleaning medium
Container cleaning system
Container-optimized cleaning needles
Silicone treatment system
Atomizer nozzles with "no container – no silicone" check
Ultrasonic bath
Individual transport for plastic containers
Booster pumps
Optional
Compressor unit
Oil-free air supply
Service portal vision system
Cleanroom compatible
Software upgrades
Available
Extended infeed belt
Mobile version