Powder conditioning station for high containment applications

Ensure safe and precise handling of hazardous powders with this solution, providing critical containment during the transfer and packaging process in both manual and automatic operations.

Ensures Safe Containment and Packaging of Powders

The Pack Off Station from De Dietrich Process Systems offers precise, controlled containment and packaging of powders for pharmaceutical and chemical industries. This station features a fully integrated system, leveraging both manual and automatic operations for safe handling of wet or dry powders. With the capability to handle drums from 15 to 60 liters, it utilizes continuous bag liners, automatic inerting, and filtering to maintain high containment integrity. The station’s adjustable fill weight accuracy to within 5 grams, coupled with fast and slow fill functions, ensures precision in every batch. Designed for integration with existing equipment like Powder Pumps and Filter Dryers, it enhances production line efficiency and safety. The system’s compliance with ATEX and FDA standards affirms its suitability for handling explosive and toxic powders. The incorporated Clean-in-Place technology simplifies maintenance, reducing downtime and ensuring hygiene. Additional customization options, including milling and delumping components, provide tailored solutions to meet specific production needs.

Benefits

  • Enhances operational safety by maintaining high containment of toxic and explosive powders.
  • Minimizes contamination risks with precise, controlled filling processes.
  • Increases production efficiency through seamless integration with existing equipment.
  • Reduces maintenance downtime with Clean-in-Place technology.
  • Ensures regulatory compliance with ATEX and FDA standards.

General


Applications
Chemical powders,Fine chemicals,Biopharmaceuticals,Toxic powders,Pharmaceutical powders,Explosive powders
End products
Toxicological reference materials,Chemical reagents,Active pharmaceutical ingredients (apis),Propellant powders,Fine chemical compounds,Biopharmaceutical injectables,Granulated excipients
Steps before
Grinding,Drying
Steps after
Packing
Input ingredients
wet powders,dry powders
Output ingredients
lined drums
Market info
De Dietrich is renowned for manufacturing high-quality engineered-to-order (ETO) equipment, specializing in chemical process systems, glass-lined reactors, and filtration technologies, with a strong reputation for innovation, reliability, and safety in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries.

Technical Specifications


Containment level
1μg/m3
Drum size
15 to 60 L
Fill weight accuracy
±5g
Automation
Manual / Automatic control
Integration capability
Integration with auxiliary equipment
Filtered bag purge
Automatic
Clean-in-Place technology
With collection funnel
Regulatory Compliance
ATEX,FDA

Operating Characteristics


Manual or automatic control
Manual / Automatic
Powder handling
Wet or Dry
Primary containment level
1μg/m3
Integration with auxiliary equipment
Yes
Fill weight accuracy
±5g
Clean-in-Place technology
Yes
Containment level
High
Compliant with regulations
ATEX/FDA
Batch vs. Inline Continuous
Batch
Adjustable fill accuracy
Yes
Jog function
Yes

Material Compatibility


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


ATEX certification
Compliant with ATEX
FDA compliance
FDA regulations

Physical Characteristics


Drum size
15–60 L
Compact footprint
Yes
Control panel type
Onboard control system
Discharge method
Continuous bag liners

Custom Options


Control System
Onboard control system with integration features
Fill Weight Accuracy
Adjustable to 5g
Fill Sequence Integration
Can integrate with auxiliary equipment
Drum Size Compatibility
Works with drums from 15 to 60 L
High Containment Option
High containment isolator available