Horizontal vacuum paddle dryer for sensitive pharmaceutical ingredients
In pharmaceutical and fine chemical manufacturing, delicate ingredients require careful and controlled drying processes to maintain their integrity. Ensuring compliance with stringent regulatory guidelines is crucial for product quality and safety.
Efficiently dry sensitive ingredients with precision
The Pharmadry vacuum paddle dryer by Heinkel (Comber) is designed for drying sensitive pharmaceutical ingredients and fine chemicals with short drying times. Conforming to cGMP and FDA guidelines, it features an agitator supported at the rear with an externally exchangeable mechanical seal, ensuring minimal contamination risks. The entirely welded agitator design eliminates bolts and pockets, allowing for thorough cleaning with CIP systems. With a minimal build depth, the Pharmadry offers excellent accessibility for inspection and cleaning. Available in aseptic or steam sterilizable versions, this dryer incorporates a double mechanical seal, either dry running lift-off type or liquid lubricated seals, enhancing its versatility and reliability. Usable volumes range from 50 to 4,000 liters, with a design temperature of -10 to 150°C and a design pressure from -1 to +6 barg, making it suitable for various applications.
Benefits
- Complies with cGMP and FDA guidelines
- Excellent cleanability with CIP systems
- Short drying times for increased efficiency
- Externally exchangeable mechanical seals to minimize contamination
- Available in aseptic/steam sterilizable versions