Hydra 100/300/400 Aseptic Processing
Machine overview
A step forward in decontamination technology
Conceived for outer surface decontamination of pharmaceutical containers after the filling process, Hydra 100/300/400 minimise the legal risk of long-term exposure for packaging operators and medical personnel handling cytotoxic products or potent compounds.
These external rotary washers have been designed to perform the decontamination of external surfaces of cylindrical containers made of glass or plastic (bottles, vials, etc.) potentially contaminated by the product during the filling process.
The decontamination process can be carried out using water or by adding a dedicated washing media to the water in case of toxic products, in order to avoid any risk of contamination.
Ideal for completion of aseptic processing lines, Hydra 100/300/400 are the perfect solution for any output.
Production plant
IMA Life
Machine highlights
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Better drainage and cleanability
Rounded corners inside the processing area improving water drainage and machine cleanability.
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Separated process and mechanical areas
Complete separation between process and mechanical areas by means of special seals.
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Washing circuits
Segregated washing circuits.
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Compact design
Reduced machine footprint to save space in the production area: drives and washing circuit housed in the machine frame.
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Accessibility
Easy access to all machine areas.
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Easy maintenance
Simple mechanical drives with low maintenance time impact.
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Under isolation
Machines can be pre-arranged with RABS (Restricted Access Barrier System) or installed within an isolator enclosure.
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PLC and HMI
Siemens PLC and HMI ensuring repeatability and safety of the whole process.
Designed to keep contamination out
The water supply system has been designed to avoid cross-contamination between containers and machine. The steady flow of water ensures the separation of the contamination agent and its being dragged towards the drainage point.
Machine details
Technical information
| HYDRA TECHNICAL DATA | |||
| HYDRA 100 | HYDRA 300 | HYDRA 400 | |
| Washing stations (up to) | 4 | 6 | 8 |
| Vial range Ø (mm) | 14.75 – 52 | 14.75 – 66 | 14 – 54 |
| Vial height (mm) | 34.5 – 110 | 34.5 – 136 | 34 – 110 |
| Output (vials minute) | 60 with vials Ø 52 mm 150 with max. vial Ø 24 mm | 150 with vials Ø 32-60 mm 300 with vial Ø 32 mm | 200 with vials Ø 33-54 mm 400 with vial Ø 32 mm |
| Water consumption (litres/hour) | 400 – 600 | 600 – 900 | 900 – 1200 |
| Water pressure (bar) | 2.5 – 4 | ||
| Compressed air consumption (litres/minute) | 3000 | 3100 | 3200 |
| Compressed air pressure (bar) | 6 | ||
| Standard voltage | 400 V – 50 Hz | ||
| Installed power (kW) | 5 | ||
| Weight (kg) | 1200 | 1600 | 2000 |
