Industrial GMP freeze dryer

Optimize the lyophilization of sensitive pharmaceutical compounds with a machine designed for precise nucleation control, ensuring consistent product quality and stability over time.

Freeze-Dries and Stabilizes Pharmaceutical Products

The LYOMAX Industrial Freeze Dryer from IMA Life is engineered for precise lyophilization of biopharmaceuticals and sterile injectables, including vaccines and monoclonal antibodies. Utilizes advanced nucleation control through VERISEQ® technology to maintain product stability. Features configurable designs with shelf areas from 1 m² to 100 m², catering to varying production demands. The FUSION™ shelves reduce weight by 20%, enhancing thermal efficiency during freeze-drying processes. Equipped with PAT tools, it ensures reduced process time and energy consumption. Compliance with GAMP, cGMP, and FDA standards ensures alignment with global regulatory requirements. Customizable automation options support manual, semi-automatic, and automatic operations, seamlessly integrating into existing production lines. Designed with optional eco-friendly KryoAir refrigeration for minimized environmental impact. Available materials include corrosion-resistant stainless steel, offering durability in operation.

Benefits

  • Achieves precise product stability with advanced nucleation control, ensuring consistent quality.
  • Reduces energy costs up to 20% with patented FUSION™ shelf technology.
  • Minimizes environmental impact with eco-friendly KryoAir refrigeration.
  • Ensures regulatory compliance with GAMP, cGMP, and FDA standards.
  • Versatile customization accommodates diverse production scales and integration needs.

General


Applications
Lyophilized products,Biopharmaceuticals,Sterile injectables,Pharmaceutical products
End products
Vaccines,Blood plasma products,Hormone therapies,Insulin,Cancer therapeutics,Monoclonal antibodies,Antibiotics
Steps before
Solution Preparation,Emulsification,Filling into Containers,Pre-freezing
Steps after
Sterilization,Sealing,Packaging
Input ingredients
solvent,unstable materials,active ingredient,liquid nitrogen,refrigerants
Output ingredients
dried drug product,stable drug product,lyophilized products
Market info
IMA is known for its expertise in manufacturing automated packaging machines and solutions, particularly for the pharmaceutical, cosmetics, food, tea, and coffee industries, offering innovative, high-quality equipment and comprehensive customer service.

Technical Specifications


Machine sizes
1 m2to 100 m2
Configuration options
Integral condenser,external condenser,two-story,pass through
Compressor type
Two stage reciprocating semi-hermetic/screw compressors
Refrigeration system
Liquid nitrogen
Shelf cooling temperature
-55°C to -70°C
Condenser cooling temperature
-75°C to -120°C
Refrigerants
HFC/LN2
Loading/unloading systems
Integrated automatic,semi-automatic,manual
Vacuum measurement
Capacitance manometers
Advanced nucleation technology
VERISEQ,reg
Using sterile liquid nitrogen
Shelf construction
IMA Life FUSION™ - FUSION PLUS™ technology
Shelf weight reduction
20%
Refrigeration temperature (KryoAir)
as low as -100°C
Shelf spacing range
80 to 140 mm
Compressor power
2 x 5 hp to 4 x 50 hp
Vacuum pumping capacity
1 x 28 m3/h to 2 x 275 m3/h

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
Manual / PLC / SCADA
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch
CIP/SIP
CIP 121°C / SIP 135°C
Energy efficiency
0.5–2 kWh/kg moisture
Cleaning method
CIP

Material Compatibility


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

Physical Characteristics


Machine sizes
1 m² to 100 m²
Configurations
Integral condenser,external condenser,two-story,pass through designs
Shelf size
Varies based on model (455 x 165 mm to 1,524 x 1,830 mm)
Shelf spacing range
80 to 140 mm
Condenser capacity
Varies based on model (e.g.,272 kg to 756 kg at 12.7 mm ice)
Compressor type
Reciprocating semi-hermetic/screw compressors/liquid nitrogen
Cooling temperatures
Shelf cooling to -55/70°C,condenser cooling to -75/120°C
Loading/unloading systems
Integrated automatic,semi-automatic,and manual

Custom Options


Configurable options
Integral condenser,external condenser,two-story,pass through designs
Shelf technology
FUSION™ - FUSION PLUS™ shelves
Shelf size
455 x 165 mm to 1,524 x 1,830 mm
Shelf spacing
80 to 140 mm
Refrigeration system
Two stage semi-hermetic/screw compressors or liquid nitrogen
Loading/unloading systems
Integrated automatic,semi-automatic,manual
Machine sizes
1 m² to 100 m²