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    Automated inspection systems

    Find the ideal automated inspection solution for your pharmaceutical products

    When maximum efficiency is essential, Syntegon’s fully automated inspection systems deliver high speeds of up to 600 containers per minute and high-precision visual inspection of particles and cosmetic defects, all within a controlled environment. For enhanced quality assurance, optional leak testing (CCIT) can be seamlessly integrated, enabling detection of leaks even smaller than what cameras or the eye of human inspectors can capture.

    As a trusted strategic partner to both CMOs and drug originators, Syntegon combines decades of expertise with a strong Japanese heritage rooted in quality and innovation. We continuously advance our technologies to make your automated inspection processes more effective, reliable, and future-ready.

    Let’s get in touch to discuss your automated inspection requirements.

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    Benefits of our automated visual inspection solutions

    Meet the highest safety standards
    Our automated inspection machines with high detection rates and optional integrated CCIT, we support to ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements such as EU GMP Annex 1 and recognized pharmacopeial standards. They help you deliver safely inspected products to patients around the world.
    Quality that lasts
    With more than 1,500 machines running reliably in the field for more than several decades, our automated visual inspection solutions stand for a low total cost of ownership and minimum false reject rates.
    Decades of proven expertise
    With over 50 years of inspection experience and a strong Japanese heritage through Eisai Machinery, we are your trusted partner for reliable automated visual inspection solutions – designed to run smoothly day after day.

    Find your ideal automated inspection solution

    Check out our portfolio of automated inspection machines and make sure to get the optimal solution for your pharmaceutical products.

    AIM 2|5 series for the automated inspection of clear liquids, solutions, and freeze-dried products

    AIM 2|5 series

    For the automated inspection of clear liquids, solutions, and freeze-dried products

    The AIM 2|5 series is designed for high-speed performance and a wide range of containers and products. It inspects up to 400 containers per minute with precision, ensuring reliable detection of particulate matter and cosmetic defects and can optionally integrate inspection using AI. The system can optionally be equipped with leak detection modules (HVLD or HSA). 

    Your benefits:

    • SD technology, area scan cameras, or line scan cameras designed to reliably detect particulate matter and cosmetic defects
    • Optimized illumination with tailored lighting setups and inspection angles for thorough defect detection
    • Full automation with seamless integration of de-nesters and re-nesters for efficient RTU container inspection
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    AIM 8+ for the automated inspection of clear liquids, solutions, and freeze-dried products

    AIM 8+

    For the automated inspection of clear liquids, solutions, and freeze-dried products

    The AIM 8+ series provides exceptional flexibility and easy customization to address complex inspection needs. It accommodates vials and a wide variety of products, ensures precise detection of particulate and cosmetic defects, and offers optional AI integration. With speeds of up to 450 containers per minute, it delivers reliable results – even for the most challenging drug products.

    Your benefits:

    • SD technology, area scan cameras, or line scan cameras designed to reliably detect particulate matter and cosmetic defects
    • Smart, built-in reinspection boosts efficiency and simplifies operations
    • Optimized illumination with tailored lighting setups and inspection angles for thorough defect detection
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    AIM 9

    For the automated inspection of clear liquids, solutions, and freeze-dried products

    The AIM 9 series delivers next-level efficiency to your inspection processes, inspecting up to 600 vials per minute with precise detection of particulate and cosmetic defects. The system can optionally be equipped with leak detection modules (HVLD or HSA).

    Your benefits:

    • SD technology, area scan cameras, or line scan cameras designed to reliably detect particulate matter and cosmetic defects
    • Smart, built-in reinspection boosts efficiency and simplifies operations
    • Optimized Illumination: custom lighting configurations and inspection angles ensure comprehensive defect detection
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    AIM DIRect for the automated de-nesting, inspection, and re-nesting of pre-filled syringes

    AIM DIRect

    For the automated de-nesting, inspection, and re-nesting of pre-filled syringes

    Our AIM DIRect seamlessly integrates three essential functions – de-nesting, inspection, and re-nesting – to handle pre-filled syringes with precision and care. Designed to prevent glass-to-glass contact throughout the entire process, it ensures product integrity while delivering safe and efficient operations at every step.

    Your benefits:

    • Fully automated RTU syringe inspection designed for maximum efficiency
    • Scratch-free handling and transport to reduce false rejects
    • Up to 400 syringes per minute 
    • Guaranteed full nest after inspection thanks to gap compensation function
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    AIM PREP

    For the offline creation of vision recipes to improve uptime of your automated inspection machine

    AIM PREP is the smallest, all-in-one offline inspection unit with full vision software capabilities, ready to replicate a full AIM inspection setup – including camera, lighting, vision system, and spinning speeds. Build and optimize recipes while keeping your production line running smoothly.

    Your benefits:

    • Seamless transfer to production: fully replicated AIM setup ensures fast and reliable recipe deployment
    • Improved inspection performance: better recipes make inspections more accurate and reduce false rejects
    • Greater operational flexibility: add new products or formats to your inspection machine
    • Operator training tool: use AIM Prep to train staff and uphold high quality standards
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    Integrated HVLD for automated container closure integrity testing

    Integrated HVLD

    For automated container closure integrity testing

    Cracks and micro holes in liquid-filled containers can compromise both sterility and product integrity. Integrated High-voltage leak detection (HVLD) is a non-destructive method that detects even the smallest leaks invisible to cameras or the human eye. High voltage is applied across electrodes, and defective containers show higher current due to low resistance, while intact ones show minimal current. Seamlessly integrated into automated inspection systems, HVLD ensures product safety without slowing down production.

    Your benefits:

    • Regulatory compliance: meets EU GMP Annex 1 and USP <1207> standards
    • High throughput: integrated design in inspection platform supports high-speed, efficient inspection
    • Reliable detection: 360° leak detection ensures comprehensive detection
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    Integrated HSA for automated container closure integrity testing

    Integrated HSA

    For automated container closure integrity testing

    Weak seals, lyophilization issues, or microcracks can compromise product sterility. Headspace analysis (HSA) provides optimal CCIT for lyophilized products and sensitive liquids filled under vacuum or nitrogen atmosphere. By using laser absorption in the container’s headspace, HSA can detect elevated levels of oxygen (O₂) or water vapor (H₂O) pressure, identifying both permanent and temporary leaks. Integrated into our visual inspection platforms, the HSA sensor enhances the inspection of ampoules and vials – ensuring safety without compromising speed

    Your benefits:

    • Non-destructive testing method
    • Regulatory compliance: meets EU GMP Annex 1 and USP <1207> standards
    • High throughput: integrated design in inspection platform supports high-speed, efficient inspection
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    Visual Inspection products

    Are you still looking for your ideal visual inspection machine or solution? Check out a selection of our use cases and find out what we can do for you!

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    Freeze-dried products

    Lyophilized drugs like antibiotics or vaccines are often difficult to inspect, as their variable characteristics might be mistaken for defects. High-quality cameras and illumination setups make even the smallest particles visible and can even be combined with deep learning models.

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    Milky products

    Particles and defects in milky products such as propofol are best detected using camera inspection. We offer different camera technologies, spinning systems, and special illumination setups to maximize detection and reduce false reject rates.

    water-like-products

    Water-like products

    Detect even the smallest particles inside containers filled with water-like products such as vaccines or GLP-1s with our patented SD technology. We also offer different illumination systems such as transmitted or reflected light to make particles visible optimally.

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    Suspensions

    Particles in suspensions such as insulins and vaccines are more difficult to inspect than in clear liquids. We use additional spinning and specialized lighting technologies to move particles towards the container walls and make unwanted particles more visible.

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    Syntegon Inspection Solutions Brochure
    Syntegon Inspection Solutions Brochure

    Manual, semi- and fully automated inspection machines, Deep Learning, leak testing & service packages to ensure safe drug delivery

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