Pilot freeze dryer for pharmaceutical applications
In the pharmaceutical industry, scaling from laboratory development to full-scale production often involves complex processes that require precise control of conditions. One critical phase is freeze drying, which stabilizes products by removing moisture under low temperatures and pressure.
Optimize freeze drying from lab to production
The Lyofast Mini by IMA is a compact freeze dryer designed to bridge the gap between laboratory development, pilot testing, and industrial production. This system is adept at processing initial scale-up batches to test the robustness of freeze drying processes, helping to understand future technology requirements for large-scale production. The Lyofast Mini is equipped with four different configurations, ranging from 1 to 2.8 square meters of shelf area. It features CIP/SIP (Clean-in-Place/Sterilize-in-Place) capabilities, a slot door for RABS/isolator integration, and variable shelf interdistance. Automatic stoppering pressure control and redundant shelf inlet temperature probes ensure consistent and reliable operation. Additionally, it incorporates the Lyomaster compact SCADA system for comprehensive process control. This system is particularly suitable for biotech customers and small-scale production, providing commercial value by reducing energy requirements and downstream production costs.
Benefits
- Flexibility with multiple configurations (1 to 2.8 m²)
- Integration with isolators and automatic loading systems
- Consistent results with automatic stoppering pressure control
- Enhanced process control with Lyomaster SCADA
- Reduced costs due to efficient energy use