Sterilizable filter dryer for pharmaceutical applications
In pharmaceutical production, maintaining sterility throughout the filtration and drying process is critical to ensure product safety and compliance. Challenges such as potential contamination and inefficient drying times must be addressed with precise and reliable technology.
Ensure sterility in filtration and drying processes
The COMBER Pressofiltro® Series by Heinkel is a steam sterilizable agitated Nutsche filter dryer. This equipment maintains full sterility from inerting through slurry feeding, filtration, washing, and drying to the discharge of the dry product. Featuring integrated Cleaning-In-Place (CIP) and Sterilization-In-Place (SIP) systems, it ensures automatic, effective, and validated cleaning cycles. The steam sterilizable design allows for the thorough sterilization of all contact parts, preventing air entrapment. Compliant with cGMP and FDA guidelines, the filter dryer features an aseptic design with easily cleanable flanges, seals, and valves. Additionally, it employs double mechanical seals that are externally interchangeable and dry running. It’s available in various materials such as stainless steel, Hastelloy, and titanium, catering to diverse pharmaceutical requirements. Capacities range from 55 to 6,000 liters, with operational temperatures from -10 to 150°C and pressures from -1 to +4 barg.
Benefits
- Maintains sterility throughout the process
- Complies with cGMP and FDA guidelines
- Automated CIP and SIP systems for efficient cleaning
- Adaptable to various materials and capacities
- Prevents air entrapment during sterilization