- Storage and transport of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and excipients.
- Ensures material integrity from warehouse to production area.
- Holding granulations or blends between process steps.
- Maintains product homogeneity and prevents contamination.
- Storage of finished powders or granules before packaging.
- Protects product quality until final packaging operations.
Can be used with tumble blenders for gentle mixing of sensitive formulations.
Direct charging into tableting or encapsulation machines.
Containment of rejected materials or process waste for proper disposal.
The square top configuration offers several advantages:
- Maximizes space utilization in storage and transport.
- Provides stability during stacking and handling.
- Allows for easy cleaning of corners and edges.
- Typically features a tight-sealing lid with clamps or a hygienic butterfly valve for material
charging.
The conical bottom design is crucial for several reasons:
- Ensures complete discharge of materials, minimizing product waste.
- Facilitates easy flow of powders and granules.
- Reduces the risk of material bridging or rat-holing during discharge.
The angle of the cone is optimized based on material flow properties.
Located at the bottom of the conical section.
Features:
- Sanitary design for easy cleaning and sterilization.
- Available in manual or pneumatically actuated versions.
- Provides precise control over material discharge rate.
- Typically includes a dust-tight seal to prevent leakage.
SS 304 (Stainless Steel 304):
- Austenitic stainless steel with good corrosion resistance.
- Suitable for most pharmaceutical applications.
- Excellent strength-to-weight ratio.
SS 316 L:
- Higher grade stainless steel with improved corrosion resistance.
- Contains molybdenum for enhanced protection against pitting and crevice corrosion.
- The 'L' designates low carbon content (≤0.03%), reducing the risk of carbide precipitation
during welding. br
- Preferred for more aggressive environments or when handling corrosive materials.
Both materials are finished to a high polish (typically Ra ≤0.5 μm) to prevent product adhesion
and facilitate
cleaning.
Spans from 1 Liter to 3000 Liters, accommodating various production scales:
- 1-50 L: Suitable for laboratory-scale operations and small batch production.
- 50-500 L: Ideal for pilot plants and medium-scale manufacturing.
- 500-3000 L: Designed for large-scale industrial production.
Custom sizes available upon request to meet specific process requirements.
With Trolley:
- Features heavy-duty, swivel casters with brakes for easy maneuverability.
- Ergonomically designed handles for operator comfort.
- Available with height-adjustable mechanisms for versatile equipment interfacing.
- Optional powered drive systems for large capacity bins.
With Legs:
- Stationary design for fixed production lines.
- Adjustable feet for leveling on uneven floors.
- Sanitary leg design to minimize floor contact area and facilitate cleaning.