Pharmaceutical vacuum conveyors for hygienic transport

Ensure contamination-free transport of sensitive pharmaceuticals and complex materials with a seamless hygienic design, ideal for maintaining cleanliness standards and integrity in demanding production environments.

Conveys and Sterilizes Pharmaceutical and Hazardous Materials

The PPC Pharma Vacuum Conveyors from Volkmann are expertly engineered for critical pharmaceutical and hazardous material handling. These conveyors feature a seamless, electro-polished body that minimizes contamination risks, ideal for operations requiring the highest hygiene levels. Equipped with a robust vacuum system, they efficiently transfer pharmaceutical powders, granulates, and inflammable materials safely. Key features include an ATEX-certified design for Zones 1, 2, 21, and 22, supporting applications with hazardous materials. A large, easily dismantled butterfly valve facilitates quick discharging and cleaning. PPC conveyors integrate seamlessly into automated lines, with options for WIP/CIP systems enhancing cleanability. Additionally, they are customizable with various filter systems to accommodate specific hazardous or pharmaceutical needs, ensuring conformity with stringent safety standards.

Benefits

  • Minimizes cross-contamination with electro-polished, gap-free design.
  • Enhances operational safety with ATEX-certified use in explosive environments.
  • Simplifies cleaning processes with tool-free dismantling and WIP/CIP options.
  • Ensures material integrity through seamless handling of sensitive and hazardous substances.
  • Integrates effortlessly into automated systems for efficient material flow management.

General


Applications
Inflammable materials,Wet materials,Pharmaceutical powder,Colour/lacquer,Granulate,Tablets,Additive manufacturing materials,Hazardous materials
End products
Dye pigments,3d printing metal powders,Flammable powder coatings,Active pharmaceutical ingredients (apis),Plastic granules,Slurry mixtures,Effervescent tablets,Pharmaceutical excipients
Steps before
Powder Preparation,Mixing,Granulation
Steps after
Packaging,Sterilization,Quality Control
Input ingredients
powder,granulate,pharmaceutical materials,color materials,lacquer materials,wet materials,product suspended in liquids
Output ingredients
conveyed materials,pharmaceutical products,color products,lacquer products
Market info
Volkmann is known for manufacturing vacuum conveying systems, specializing in pneumatic conveying of bulk materials. Their reputation for innovative and reliable equipment solutions in various industries positions them as a trusted provider for engineered-to-order material handling systems.

Technical Specifications


Material contact quality
High-quality,hygienic surfaces
Design
One-piece body,electro-polished finish
Dismantling
Tool-free dismantling
Sterilization
Capability to sterilize
Discharge valve
Large butterfly valve,tool-free dismantling
Filter systems
Pharma or electrically conductive options
Coatings
Special coatings available on request
ATEX Certification
Certified for Zones 1,2,21,and 22

Operating Characteristics


Working Mechanism
Vacuum-based
Integrated Steps
Conveying and Discharge
CIP/SIP
Yes,CIP compatible
Batch vs. Continuous Operation
Batch
Automation Level
Manual / Easily Dismantled
Cleaning Method
Easy Disassembly for Manual Cleaning
Air Incorporation Control
Electrically Conductive Design
Cross-Contamination Prevention
Electro-Polished Finish,Gap-Free Design
Contamination Control
Sterilizable Design

Material Compatibility


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


ATEX certification
Directive 2014/34/EU
EU-type examination certificate
TÜV 02 ATEX 7005 X

Physical Characteristics


Body Design
One-piece
Finish
Electro-polished
Gap-Free Design
Yes
Discharge Method
Large butterfly valve
Tool-Free Disassembly
Yes
Electrical Conductivity
Complete

Custom Options


Filter system options
Pharma or electrically conductive
Special coatings
Available upon request
Clamp modules
Available upon request
Valve assemblies
Available upon request
WIP/CIP systems
Available upon request
Discharge method
Large butterfly valve