Pharmaceuticals

AZO’s automated bulk material handling system supports the safe and flexible production of pharmaceuticals such as tablets and capsules. Various raw materials from big bags, sacks, drums, and outdoor silos are centrally received, inspected, and prepared for automated weighing. Dust-protected feeding and transfer stations protect both operators and the product and ensure controlled processing of the raw materials.

Flexible dosing for a wide range of raw materials and formulations

Flexible container systems such as AZO BATCHTAINER®, AZO DOSITAINER®, and AZO COMPONENTER® enable large, medium, and small components to be weighed efficiently into different formulations. High-resolution weighing units and customized dosing systems enable precise, automated dosing. This allows for the efficient implementation of frequently changing formulations and product changes. When dealing with a large number of components and formulations, AZO ShuttleDos® enables particularly flexible weighing through weighing modules that operate in parallel.

Hygienic and gentle handling of tablets and capsules

Control screening, dust-free transfers, and enclosed docking stations support a hygienic material flow and reduce the risk of contamination. After the mixing process, the bulk material containers are emptied gently and without separation for tableting or capsule filling—either by gravity or pneumatic suction conveying. Automated container cleaning and drying ensure the required cleanability and facilitate switching between different products.

End-to-End Solution for Automated Pharmaceutical Processes

The key process steps—from the conversion and screening of raw materials, through automated weighing and batch feeding, to cleaning and documentation—are integrated. Depending on the plant design, automated guided vehicle (AGV) systems can also be used for automated container transport. In addition, AZO’s scope of services includes qualification documentation as well as support for FAT and SAT—ensuring a seamless solution from plant design through commissioning.

Comprehensive Process Monitoring and Traceability

The AZO control system monitors and documents the individual production steps for bulk material containers and AZO DOSITAINER®s. Cleaning cycles are monitored and displayed. The AZO process control and visualization system ensures continuous process monitoring and complete documentation, including tracking and tracing. This gives users transparent control over the manufacturing process and allows them to track the individual process steps.