Fluid bed granulator for pharmaceutical applications

Optimize your granulation and drying processes with advanced fluid-bed technology, ensuring precise control and enhanced efficiency for high-speed batch operations in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical production lines.

Granulates and Dries Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Materials

The FBE 1800 X•ONE from ACG is a sophisticated fluid-bed system designed for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical processing. This unit excels in granulating and drying tasks with precision, making it ideal for producing effervescent tablets, dietary supplements, and other high-quality granules and powders. The FBE 1800 X•ONE operates with a working volume range from 525 to 1,956 liters, and effectively handles batches up to 1,800 liters, meeting high throughput demands. Equipped with the MOST™ (Maximum Operator Safety Technology) concept, it ensures safe and efficient operation with 12-bar pressure-shock resistance. Compliance with ATEX, GAMP 5, and 21 CFR Part 11 highlights its suitability for critical applications. Tailored for seamless integration, it features customized charging, discharging, and wash-in-place (WIP) systems, ensuring quick changeovers and maintaining production uptime. The non-vented, fully contained design minimizes environmental risk, while the unique C-flanges and X•ONE inflatable seals provide additional safety during processing.

Benefits

  • Enhances operational safety with 12-bar pressure-shock resistance, minimizing risk of accidents.
  • Reduces downtime through rapid containment of explosions, enabling quick resumption of production.
  • Ensures precise processing with intuitive, secure monitoring compliant with industry regulations.
  • Increases production efficiency with customizable WIP systems for quicker changeovers.
  • Safeguards environmental standards with non-vented, fully contained design.

General


Applications
Nutraceuticals,Pharmaceutical powder,Pharmaceutical tablets
End products
Ibuprofen tablets,Calcium tablets,Vitamin blend powders,Herbal extract capsules,Protein powder supplements,Effervescent tablets,Paracetamol tablets,Dietary supplements
Steps before
High-shear mixing,Particle size reduction,Solution preparation
Steps after
Coating,Encapsulation,Tablet pressing,Packing
Input ingredients
wet mass,granulation materials,hot-melt granulation materials
Output ingredients
granules,dried product,processed formulations
Market info
ACG World is known for its expertise in manufacturing pharmaceutical and nutraceutical processing and packaging machinery, offering innovative equipment solutions and maintaining a strong reputation for quality and reliability in the global market.

Technical Specifications


Working volume
Min 525 l / Max 1,956 l
Compliance
ATEX (Directive 2014/34/EU)
Safety Technology
MOST™ (Maximum Operator Safety Technology)
Pressure resistance
12-bar pressure-shock-resistant
Inflatable seals
X•ONE inflatable seals,4.5 bar
Stop valves
QASV (Quick Action Stop Valves)
Command process control system
X•ONE command process control system
System configurations
Standalone and granulation-train
Automation
Intuitive,secure monitoring and control
Batch size
Up to 1,800 l

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
PLC / SCADA
CIP/SIP
CIP 121°C
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch
Energy efficiency
0.5–2 kWh/kg moisture
Changeover time
Reduced changeover times
Cleaning method
WIP (wash-in-place)

Material Compatibility


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


ATEX certification
Directive 2014/34/EU