Containment valves for pharmaceutical powder transfer
Ensure safe transfer of highly potent pharmaceuticals with this modular valve system, offering unparalleled containment and flexibility for seamless powder management in sensitive production environments.
Facilitates Contained Transfer of Pharmaceutical Powders
The BUCK® MC and BUCK® Lite from GEA are modular containment split butterfly valves designed for the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries. Known for their robust containment capabilities, these valves enable safe and precise transfer of active pharmaceutical ingredients and fine chemical powders. The system operates via a split butterfly mechanism, ensuring the protection of both products and operators during powder transfer. Applications include oncology drug APIs, hormone powder formulations, and vitamin supplements. Offering containment levels down to <1 µg/m³, these valves are ideal for environments demanding high safety standards. With modularity at its core, the BUCK® MC valve provides flexibility through interchangeable components, allowing customization to meet specific processing requirements. The actuator rings—available in manual and pneumatic versions—facilitate ease of use and are compatible with various equipment such as hoists and forklifts. Constructed from high-grade materials like stainless steel and Hastelloy, the valves ensure chemical compatibility, while elastomer options like EPDM and FKM enhance sealing integrity. The innovative design supports swift changeovers and efficient cleaning, with integrated CIP/WIP systems for minimal downtime. Fully compliant with GMP standards, the BUCK® range is engineered to optimize safety and productivity in demanding processing environments, with extensive engineering support available for tailored solutions.
Benefits
- Enhances operator safety by ensuring contamination-free powder transfer.
- Customizable modular design fits specific production line requirements.
- Quick changeovers reduce downtime and improve operational efficiency.
- High containment levels meet stringent health standards.
- Durable material options ensure long-lasting performance and chemical resistance.
- Applications
- Solid dosage products,Fine chemicals,Nutraceuticals,Active pharmaceutical ingredients (apis),Pharmaceutical powders
- End products
- Active pharmaceutical ingredients for oncology drugs,Anti-inflammatory drug powder,Pain relief tablet powders,Probiotic powder blends,Low-dosage aspiration inhalers,Antioxidant supplement powders,Solvent-free fine chemical powders,Encapsulation-ready herbal extracts,Hormone powder formulations,Vitamin d3 supplements
- Steps before
- Container Preparation,Powder Transfer Preparation,Vessel Docking
- Steps after
- Product Changeover,Cleaning,Disassembly,Final Product Transfer,Testing,Packaging
- Input ingredients
- active pharmaceutical ingredients,APIs,solid dosage products,highly potent powders
- Output ingredients
- contained powder,solid dosage forms,bulk materials,granules
- Market info
- GEA is known for its expertise in engineering innovative and sustainable equipment and solutions, focusing on sectors such as food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and energy, with a reputation for quality, efficiency, and advanced technological applications in industrial processing.
- Containment Level
- 1–10 μg/m3(STTWA)
- Material
- Stainless Steel 1.4404/316L,Hastelloy 2.4602/C22
- Elastomers
- EPDM white,EPDM black antistatic,FKM nature (white)
- Surface Roughness for Metal Parts (Product-contact)
- Ra < 0.5 µm
- Surface Roughness for Metal Parts (Non-product-contact)
- Ra < 1.6 µm
- Size Options
- DN100–DN250
- Pressure Rating
- Up to 6 bar (PN6-rated)
- Actuator Types
- Portable Manual,Fixed Manual,Fixed Pneumatic
- CIP/WIP/COP
- Standard
- Actuator Weight (BUCK® Lite)
- 3.3 kg
- Working mechanism
- Modular split butterfly valve
- Integrated steps
- Contained powder transfer
- CIP/SIP
- WIP,CIP,and COP available
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch
- Automation level
- Manual,portable,pneumatic
- Changeover time
- Rapid,tool-free changeover
- Cleaning method
- CIP,WIP,COP
- Containment level
- 1–10 μg/m³ (STTWA)
- Energy efficiency
- Not specified
- Safety features
- Passive-to-passive valve design
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
- Metal compatibility
- Stainless steel 1.4404/316L,Hastelloy 2.4602/C22
- Elastomer compatibility
- EPDM,FKM
- Non-product-contact material
- Stainless Steel 1.4301/304,Aluminum Anodized
- Powder type
- Highly potent active pharmaceutical ingredients
- Transfer method
- Split butterfly valve
- GMP Compliance
- Yes
- FDA Compliance
- Yes
- ATEX Certification
- Yes
- CE Marking
- Yes
- Valve type
- Split butterfly valve
- Material for product-contact parts
- Stainless steel 1.4404/316L,Hastelloy 2.4602/C22
- Material for non-product-contact parts
- Stainless Steel 1.4301/304,Aluminum anodized
- Elastomer material
- EPDM white,EPDM black antistatic,FKM nature
- Surface roughness for product-contact parts
- Ra < 0.5 µm
- Surface roughness for non-product-contact parts
- Ra < 1.6 µm
- Surface quality
- Mechanically polished,electropolished,PTFE coated
- Actuator ring type
- Portable/manual DN100–DN150,Fixed/manual DN100–DN200,Fixed/pneumatic DN100–DN250
- Docking system
- Two half valves with centralized actuation ring
- Valve size
- DN100,DN150,DN200,DN250
- Actuator Type
- Portable / Manual / Pneumatic
- Actuator Ring Size
- DN100–DN250
- Material Options for Product-Contact Parts
- Stainless Steel 1.4404/316L / Hastelloy C22
- Elastomer Options
- EPDM / FKM antistatic
- Modular Design
- Flexible and customized solutions
- Surface Finishing for Metal Parts
- Mechanically Polished / Electropolished / PTFE Coated
- Containment Level
- 1–10 μg/m3 (STTWA) / Advanced Cleaning Actuator <1 μg/m3
- Lifting Device
- Manual Lifting Device for Docking
- Connection Type
- Tri-Clamp Connection
- Pressure Ratings
- PN6-rated for Pressure Testing
- Vibroflow® Compatibility
- For Poorly Flowing Products
- Half Valve Design
- Quick Assembly / Tool-free Removal