Midilab for efficient laboratory-scale product development

Streamline your laboratory and pilot-scale production processes with a versatile unit designed for efficient drying and coating, ensuring seamless scale-up for pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and fine chemicals.

Processes and Coats Pharmaceutical Tablets and Powders

The Midilab RC from DIOSNA is a versatile fluid-bed and drum coating unit designed for laboratory and pilot-scale operations in pharmaceutical and cosmetic manufacturing. This unit excels in addressing the need for efficient drying and coating processes, utilizing its modular design for handling various batch sizes. It features both fluid-bed and drum coating modules, enabling operations such as film and sugar coating, and processes like drying and spray coating, all with tool-free module changes for seamless workflow adjustments.

Built for flexibility, the Midilab RC supports batch capacities ranging from 0.6 to 16 kg, depending on the module and process. It integrates smoothly with existing production lines thanks to its compact design and plug-and-play operation, ideal for transitioning from development to production. Compliance with 21 CFR Part 11 ensures secure operations, while semi-automatic cleaning capabilities minimize downtime.

The unit’s energy efficiency is optimized through integrated air preparation and heating systems, with solvent operation options to match production plant standards. Suitable for a variety of end products—including pharmaceutical tablets, specialty polymers, and compact powders—this unit is adaptable to industry-specific requirements, providing robust engineering support and customization to meet precise manufacturing needs.

Benefits

  • Facilitates seamless scale-up from R&D to production with versatile batch processing capacity.
  • Enhances process flexibility with tool-free module interchangeability.
  • Increases operational efficiency with semi-automatic cleaning, reducing downtime.
  • Ensures regulatory compliance with 21 CFR Part 11 standards for secure pharmaceutical production.
  • Supports energy-efficient operation through integrated air handling and heating systems.

General


Applications
Fine chemicals,Pharmaceutical tablets,Pharma solids,Cosmetics,Coating materials
End products
Sugar-coated pills fine chemicals: catalysts,Pharmaceutical tablets: paracetamol tablets,Compact powder pharma solids: effervescent tablets,Specialty polymers cosmetics: talcum powder,Ibuprofen tablets coating materials: enteric-coated tablets,Lozenge
Steps before
Material Preparation,Batch Preparation
Steps after
Process Scaling,Production Scaling,Packaging,Coating
Input ingredients
material containers,film coating materials,sugar coating materials,solvent operation materials
Output ingredients
dried products,coated tablets,processed batches
Market info
Diosna is known for its expertise in manufacturing industrial dough mixing machines and systems, primarily for the bakery and food industries, showcasing a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and reliable engineered-to-order mixing solutions.

Technical Specifications


Bowl sizes - fluid-bed module
7
12
16
20 L
Bowl sizes - drum coater module
7
12
20 L
Batches - fluid-bed module
0.6 to 9 kg
Batches - drum coater module
2 to 16 kg
Dimensions - Width
1950 mm
Dimensions - Depth
975 mm
Dimensions - Height
2310 mm
Automation
Semi-automatic
Compliance
21 CFR Part 11

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Fluid-bed and Drum Coating
Integrated steps
Drying,Coating,Spray Applications
CIP Principles
Tool-free disassembly
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch
Automation level
Semi-automatic
Changeover time
Quick module switching
Cleaning method
Semi-automatic cleaning

Material Compatibility


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

Product type Characteristics


Container size
7
12
16
20 L


21 CFR Part 11
Compliant

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Width
Depth
975 mm
Height
2310 mm
Bowl sizes - fluid-bed module
7,12,16,20 L
Bowl sizes - drum coater module
7,12,20 L
Batch size - fluid-bed module
0.6 to 9 kg
Batch size - drum coater module
2 to 16 kg
Control panel type
Swivelling and tilting touch screen
Discharge method
Tool-free disassembly

Custom Options


Batch range flexibility
Large,from small to large batches
Module change method
Tool-free disassembly
Display type
Swivelling and tilting full graphic display
Module options
Fluid-bed and drum coating modules
Solvent operation options
Available
Automatic features
Automatic loading and emptying
Air conditioning options
Configurable