Laboratory vacuum drying system

Achieve precise moisture removal and maintain product integrity with advanced vacuum drying, ideal for ensuring quality in temperature-sensitive materials such as pharmaceuticals and biological samples.

Dries, Sterilizes, and Preserves Diverse Products

The VTA-Series Vacuum Dryer from ZIRBUS technology GmbH is engineered for precise drying and preservation in both laboratory and production settings. With a working principle based on contact or radiation drying under vacuum, this equipment is ideal for applications ranging from pharmaceutical active ingredients to preserved artifacts. Available in rectangular or round drying chamber configurations, the VTA-Series accommodates product floor spaces from 1 to 90m², supporting diverse throughput requirements. It integrates seamlessly into your production line with automated vacuum control and options for floor space customization and solvent capacitor configurations. Fabricated from corrosion-resistant stainless steel AISI 316L, it ensures durability and compliance with GMP and ATEX standards. The system also supports efficient sterilization (SIP) with steam or VHP, and includes a CIP option for ease of maintenance, making it a reliable and versatile choice for demanding production environments.

Benefits

  • Enhances product quality with precise moisture control and preservation.
  • Supports compliance in regulated industries with GMP and ATEX certifications.
  • Reduces maintenance downtime with integrated CIP and SIP systems.
  • Offers versatile application potential from pharmaceuticals to archaeological preservation.
  • Customizable design options enable tailored integration into existing production lines.

General


Applications
Laboratory samples,Fine chemicals,Biopharmaceuticals,Food products,Industrial solvents,Archeological artifacts,Pharmaceuticals
End products
Biologic drugs,Dehydrated meals,Active pharmaceutical ingredients,Lyophilized vaccines,Purified industrial solvents,Dried herbs,Laboratory reagents,Preserved artifacts
Steps before
Purification,Emulsification,Grinding,Freeze Drying
Steps after
Sterilization,Cleaning,Packing,Isolator Connection
Input ingredients
solvent,liquid solutions,pharmaceutical ingredients,bulk materials
Output ingredients
dried materials,powder forms,pharmaceutical products,lyophilized products
Market info
Zirbus is known for manufacturing high-quality autoclaves, freeze dryers, and customized sterilization equipment, with a strong reputation for reliability and precision in industrial and laboratory applications.

Technical Specifications


Temperature range
20–120°C
Heating method
Heat transfer medium (water,oil)
Product floor space
1–30 m² / 1–90 m²
Footprint size
Customer-specific
Material
Stainless steel AISI 316L (1.4404)
Drying method
Contact or radiation drying under vacuum
Vacuum control
Automatic isolation valve between chamber and condenser
Vacuum sensor
Capacitive
Vacuum pump type
Oil-sealed or oil-free
Sterilization method
SIP with steam or VHP
Cleaning method
CIP
Process visualization
Available
Pharmaceutical grade documentation
IQ/OQ

Operating Characteristics


Drying method
Contact or radiation drying under vacuum
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch
Automation level
Automatic isolation valve,vacuum control
CIP/SIP
SIP with steam or VHP
Cleaning method
CIP
Process visualization
Included

Material Compatibility


Corrosive resistance
Stainless steel AISI 316L (1.4404)
Cleanability
Pharmaceutical grade documentation
Biological compatibility
Pharma GMP compliant


GMP Compliance
Pharma GMP compliant execution
ATEX certification
ATEX version 2014/34/EU

Physical Characteristics


Footprint size
Customer-specific possible
Drying chamber shape
Rectangular / Round
Product floor space
1…30m² / 1…90m²
Material
Stainless steel AISI 316L (1.4404)

Custom Options


Drying chamber shape
Rectangular / Round
Product floor space
1…30m² / 1…90m²
Footprint size
Customer-specific possible
Vacuum pump type
Oil-sealed / Oil-free