Vial external washer for cytotoxic product decontamination
Optimize the decontamination of pharmaceutical vials and containers by ensuring thorough external washing, minimizing contamination risks, and safeguarding operators from exposure to potent compounds throughout the aseptic processing line.
Decontaminates and Washes Vial Exteriors
The HYDRA Series Vial External Washers by IMA Group are engineered to precisely decontaminate pharmaceutical container exteriors following the filling process. Enhancing safety in production, these rotary washers clean glass and plastic vials, making them integral to aseptic processing lines. With a compact design, they offer high-speed continuous operation, efficiently washing and drying vials while minimizing the risk of cross-contamination. Each model, HYDRA 100, 300, and 400, processes varying throughputs, with up to 400 vials per minute, by utilizing segregated washing circuits and specialized seals for optimized performance. Engineered for ease of maintenance, they feature rounded corners for improved drainage and are PLC-controlled for process repeatability. Options include RABS or isolator enclosures for enhanced containment, meeting the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturing environments.
Benefits
- Ensures safe handling of hazardous compounds by effectively decontaminating vial exteriors.
- Saves valuable floor space with a compact footprint without compromising functionality.
- Minimizes maintenance time due to simple mechanical drives and accessible machine areas.
- Supports regulatory compliance with integration-ready RABS or isolator configurations.
- Enhances process reliability with Siemens PLC-controlled operations for precision and safety.
- Applications
- Pharmaceutical containers,Cytotoxic products,Potent compounds,Aseptic processing lines
- End products
- Cytotoxic drug vials,Plastic cylindrical containers,Injectable vials,Vials,Potent compound vials,Glass bottles
- Steps before
- Filling,Aseptic Processing
- Steps after
- Sterilization,Packing,Quality Control
- Input ingredients
- glass containers,plastic containers,bottles,vials,cylindrical containers,water,washing media,toxic products
- Output ingredients
- decontaminated vials,decontaminated bottles,decontaminated containers,clean outer surfaces
- 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.
- Washing stations
- 4-8
- Vial range Ø
- 14.75 – 52 mm (HYDRA 100),14.75 – 66 mm (HYDRA 300),14 – 54 mm (HYDRA 400)
- Vial height
- 34.5 – 110 mm (HYDRA 100),34.5 – 136 mm (HYDRA 300),34 – 110 mm (HYDRA 400)
- Output (vials/minute)
- 60 (HYDRA 100 with vials Ø 52 mm),150 (HYDRA 300 with max. vial Ø 24 mm),200-400 (HYDRA 400 with vial Ø 32 mm)
- Water consumption
- 400 – 600 litres/hour (HYDRA 100),600 – 900 litres/hour (HYDRA 300),900 – 1200 litres/hour (HYDRA 400)
- Water pressure
- 2.5 – 4 bar
- Compressed air consumption
- 3000 litres/minute (HYDRA 100),3100 litres/minute (HYDRA 300),3200 litres/minute (HYDRA 400)
- Compressed air pressure
- 6 bar
- Standard voltage
- 400 V – 50 Hz
- Installed power
- 5 kW
- Weight
- 1200 kg (HYDRA 100),1600 kg (HYDRA 300),2000 kg (HYDRA 400)
- Automation
- Siemens PLC and HMI
- Working mechanism
- Rotary external washer
- Integrated steps
- Decontamination of vial surfaces
- CIP/SIP
- Optional RABS or isolator enclosure
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Continuous
- Automation level
- Siemens PLC and HMI
- Cleaning method
- Water and dedicated washing media
- Changeover time
- Easy access for quick maintenance
- Energy efficiency
- Designed for low energy usage
- Water drainage
- Improved via rounded corners
- Space efficiency
- Reduced machine footprint
- Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
- Yes (dedicated washing media for toxic products)
- Container type
- Glass / Plastic (Cylindrical)
- Machine footprint
- Reduced
- Compact footprint
- Space-saving design
- Machine weight
- 1200-2000 kg
- Machine layout
- Integrated drives and washing circuit within the machine frame
- Rounded corners
- Improving water drainage and cleanability
- Container type compatibility
- Glass or plastic cylindrical containers
- Control panel type
- Siemens PLC and HMI
- Integration possibilities
- Can be pre-arranged with RABS or installed within an isolator
- Machine footprint
- Compact
- Water supply design
- Avoids cross contamination