Semi-automatic sterile primary packaging opener
Ensure sterile integrity in pharmaceutical packaging with this solution, which facilitates smooth opening and handling of ready-to-use containers, enhancing both safety and efficiency in sensitive processing environments.

Opens and Transfers Sterile Packaging
The BAG OPENING-M and TUB/TRAY OPENING-M from IMA Life are specialized semi-automatic systems designed to maintain the sterility and integrity of Read-to-Use (RTU) packages in pharmaceutical and biotech industries. This equipment excels in handling and opening sterile primary packages without direct contact, ensuring high-quality assurance. It operates under a Restricted Barrier System with a laminar airflow hood, using either semi-automatic or partially manual processes to manage various package types, such as single or double bagged RTU syringes, cartridges, and vials.
Ideal for biopharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical powders, the system allows for precise handling, cutting, and transferring processes, crucial for applications involving pre-filled syringes and lyophilized powders. Operators place packages on the cutting station, where bags are automatically or manually opened and contents transferred via internal ports to isolated environments for de-lidding.
Capable of integrating seamlessly into existing production lines, the system adapts to small to medium outputs and supports disposal of single-use materials within the system. Built with operational flexibility, these solutions comply with stringent industry standards to assure product quality and process efficiency while facilitating cleanroom operations.
Benefits
- Enhances product integrity with contact-free package handling.
- Increases operator safety and contamination control in sterile environments.
- Optimizes workflow by integrating with existing production lines.
- Adapts to diverse production scales with flexible operation modes.
- Complies with industry standards for pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Applications
- Rtu vials,Rtu cartridges,Pharmaceutical powders,Biopharmaceuticals,Rtu syringes
- End products
- Liquid vials,Pre-filled syringes,Sterile cartridges,Lyophilized pharmaceutical powders
- Steps before
- Sterilization,Package Sealing,Overbag Wrapping
- Steps after
- De-lidding,Liner Removal,Isolated Processing
- Input ingredients
- sealed package,sterile primary packages,RTU syringes,RTU cartridges,RTU vials,single/double bag,plastic bags,TyvekTM lid,liner
- Output ingredients
- tub,tray,disposed overbag,scraps
- 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.
- Automation
- Semi-automatic / Partially manual
- Bag type
- Single / Double bag
- Bag material
- Plastic
- Tub size
- All
- Tray size
- All
- Product handling
- No tub/tray contact
- Manual de-lidding
- Using gloves under containment area
- Restricted Barrier Systems
- Yes
- Isolator
- Yes
- Automation level
- Semi-automatic / Partially manual
- Product handling
- No direct contact with tub/tray
- De-lidding process
- Manual under containment area
- Bag opening method
- Automatic cut / Manual operation
- Transfer system
- Internal transfer port to process area
- Isolation environment
- Restricted Barrier Systems
- Sterile area transfer
- Automatic gate
- Material handling
- Single or double bagged packages
- Production output
- Small to medium
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
- ISO cleanroom classification
- Possible compliance
- Machine footprint
- Compact design for small to medium production output
- Control panel type
- Gloved operation with automatic and manual interfaces
- Discharge method
- Automatic gate transfer to sterile area
- Tub/Tray transfer method
- Manual or automatic with sloped chute
- Control panel type
- Touchscreen / Button interface
- System adaptability
- Small to medium production output
- Integration possibilities
- Existing line concepts
- Handling type
- Semi-automatic / Partially manual
- Bag type compatibility
- Single / Double bagged packages
- Automation level
- Semi-automatic / Manual