Pharmaceutical sterilization

Sterilization of pharmaceutical products and equipment

Liquid pharmaceuticals, their containers and process equipment share a common trait: they all require reliable sterilization solutions to ensure maximum pharmaceutical safety. The Syntegon company Schoeller-Bleckmann Medizintechnik (SBM) offers a vast portfolio of versatile autoclaves for an effective treatment of porous loads and liquids in open, semi-sealed or closed containers.

The vacuum-steam, steam/air mixture and hot water shower processes support you in achieving reproducible equipment and terminal sterilization while optimizing your energy requirements.

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Key benefits

Wide process range

different sterilization methods cater to the varying treatment requirements of porous goods and liquids

Standardized set-up

all SBM sterilization machines have a flexible recipe editor for customized processes and comprise high-quality, globally available components

Hygienic design

our sterilization equipment comprises maintenance and particle-free encapsulated door drives for clean room applications, and many further hygienic features

Pharmaceutical sterilization machines – our solutions

ADV vacuum-steam sterilization

Pharmaceutical manufacturers in need of flexible and effective sterilization can rely on the vacuum-steam process from Syntegon. The ADV range of autoclaves utilizes the direct inflow of clean steam, which makes it ideally suited for the sterilization of porous and solid equipment, as well as for liquids in open containers up to 50 milliliters. The process is based on air evacuation from the pressure vessel, enabling saturated steam to penetrate the cavities of porous items like machine parts or rubber stoppers. As a particularly versatile system, the ADV supports vacuum-steam sterilization processes in production plants, research facilities and laboratories, also covering final process steps like vacuum drying or jacket cooling.

Benefits:

Flexible product loading for best use of the available space
Automatic in-line filter sterilization
Possibility to integrate steam/air mixture process

SDR steam/air mixture sterilization

In 1970, the steam/air mixture process revolutionized pharmaceutical sterilization. Developed and patented by Schoeller-Bleckmann Medizintechnik (SBM), the SDR range sterilizes pharmaceutical liquids in open, semi-sealed and fully closed containers such as vials and pre-filled syringes, as well as mono- and multi-chamber bags. The sterilization machine ensures a homogenous temperature distribution, rapid cooling and manufacturers can remove products in a dry condition at the end of the cycle. Like all Syntegon autoclaves, the SDR includes a flexible recipe editor as well as high-quality standard components to secure a versatile and safe production.

Benefits:

Patented sterilizing method
Powerful radial fans and air baffles for fastest possible cycle times
Optimized flow guidance system for improved temperature distribution

SWS hot water shower sterilization

Effective sterilization of liquids in 100% closed containers such as IV solution bags calls for Syntegon’s SWS range. The terminal sterilizer uses a continuous homogeneous superheated water shower for the efficient treatment: a unique water distribution concept achieves ideal temperature distribution, while the special design optimizes the energy demand for heating and cooling. The system’s high-performance pumps enable elevated circulation rates and a subsequent uniform temperature increase, reducing the thermal load on temperature-sensitive products to a minimum.

Benefits:

FDA-compliant double tube sheet heat exchangers
Optimum temperature distribution even in very large systems
Minimized thermal stress for temperature-sensitive liquid loads

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More than 60% of all disposable contact lens worldwide are sterilized in a SBM autoclave

20% energy saving by the special chamber sump design at our hot water shower sterilizers

Production and development of sterilizers for the pharmaceutical industry since 1972

Over 1500 installed units in more than 50 countries worldwide

Expert Services

We support you throughout the entire machine life cycle, from spare parts management to digital line optimization. Service agreements are a key element of our portfolio structure. Together, we tailor our solutions to your individual needs. Our global network of experts supports you with maintenance planning, technical support, and modernizations, as well as operator training and end of life services. With our digital solutions, you gain control over your production processes and create transparency on product and machine data anytime, anywhere.

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In-house technology: our long-standing experience in pharmaceutical sterilization processes has enabled us to develop industry-leading solutions.
Container flexibility: Syntegon sterilization equipment addresses the requirements of different sizes and types of pharmaceutical containers.
Safe sterilization: all process plants ensure high-quality sterilization without compromising product quality.

There’s more than one approach to effectively sterilizing pharmaceutical containers and equipment. We have the experience and know which process and sterilization media suit your requirements – from powerful vacuum to hot water, steam and air. As a pioneering sterilization equipment manufacturer, we not only focus on efficient sterilization. We always have the safety of containers and products in mind, which is why our systems ensure gentle treatment for overall high quality.

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Pharmaceutical sterilization

Sterilization of pharmaceutical products and equipment

Key benefits

Wide process range

Standardized set-up

Hygienic design

Pharmaceutical sterilization machines – our solutions

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Maintenance & Support

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