Air Compressor for Pharmaceutical Industry

STANDARDISED COMPRESSED AIR

ELGi’s range of oil-free air compressors delivers unmatched air quality in standard with the ISO8573-Class 7 compliance norms, ensuring zero traces of microbial contaminants along with the IS:10500:202 certification for water quality, ensuring seamless manufacturing of medicines, capsules, and other consumable products.

QUALITY BY DESIGN

ELGi’s Quality by Design approach helps prevent the occurrence of quality lapses and mitigates the high risk involved in industries that deal in drug manufacturing with dictated design measures to prevent contamination in the delivered air.

BETTER RELIABILITY WITH LOW MAINTENANCE COST

ELGi's range of oil free air compressors comes with efficient rotors with best-in-class performance, single-stage operation, and low operation speed, ensuring low maintenance cost and high energy savings with better reliability and peace of mind.

APPLICATIONS OF COMPRESSED AIR IN THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY

Clean Compressed air is vital to the pharmaceutical industry, and its usage can be classified into two categories: Process Air and Direct Contact.

PROCESS AIR APPLICATION

Process applications employ compressed air for a specific kinetic activity. For example, the uncoated tablets are churned in a large drum as part of the coating process during pill production. Compressed air often drives the drum. Similarly, it plays a prominent role in the conveyance process.

DIRECT CONTACT APPLICATION

Direct contact entails the direct contact of compressed air with the application, thus making air quality critical. For example, compressed air is used to coat tablets to ensure their structural integrity. Impurities in this air will compromise the integrity and contaminate the product. It is also critical in jet milling, where nitrogen is used to reduce active ingredients. Specifically, the powder is fed into a milling chamber where compressed air or nitrogen, usually in a vortex motion, promotes particle-to-particle collisions. Particle classification is made by inertia, following reduction via impaction and abrasion.

Compressed air is used for bottle cleaning to remove dust and small particles from containers before filling them safely. The system is particularly suitable for eliminating loose contaminants that may have accumulated during shipping or storage. Containers first enter the rinsing area and are then bathed with ionised air generated by special transvector air flow amplifiers. The static charge that attracts debris to the surface of the containers is neutralised. Rinsing heads use a blast of compressed air to clean them. A vacuum collects the loose particles, which are then disposed of. As a final direct application, membrane technology with nitrogen generators uses compressed air forced through a polymeric hollow fiber to selectively permeate oxygen, water vapor, and other impurities from its sidewalls. This process allows nitrogen to flow through its centre and emerge as high-purity N2 gas.

OIL-FREE AIR COMPRESSORS IN THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY

Amidst the companies that render pharmaceutical products & services, Oil-free compressed air in the pharmaceutical industry plays a pivotal role in manufacturing medicine and related products. With growing FDA scrutiny, strict warnings over toxic impurities, and delicate pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, the quality of compressed air meeting the highest standards is of utmost importance. In addition, disruption in continuous air supply can lead to an immense loss of production and negatively impact the manufacturer’s reputation due to product contamination.

There is a growing industrial need for compressed air, free of entrained oil and other contaminants, for clean and pure air during the manufacturing process, such as tablet coating and drying, bottle cleaning, nitrogen separation, and much more. Compressors must offer specialist air treatments and adhere to industry regulations to remove debris, particulates, and oils and achieve high air purity levels. The amount of allowable oil in compressed air depends on its application, in line with the ISO8573-Class 7 compliance norms, which classify air quality based on oil content as Class 0 to Class 4.

Oil-free compressors are used in diversified pharmaceutical applications, from conveying capsules and packaging to providing factories with a steady supply of clean, breathable air. Oilless air compressors are essential components of pharmaceutical industry processes, particularly during the manufacturing of medicines, capsules, and other consumable products. As these products require the highest purity, the inclusion of oil-free air compressors ensures production remains free from contamination within automated production lines, lowering rejection rates for packaging applications.

OIL-FREE AIR IN MEDICINE MANUFACTURING

In the world of medicine manufacturing, where precision is paramount and patient safety is non-negotiable, the quality of compressed air takes center stage. The use of oil-free air, specifically meeting the standards of ISO 8573-1 Class 0, plays a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity, safety, and efficacy of pharmaceutical products.

Compressed air plays a crucial role in various applications within the field of medicine manufacturing, ensuring the integrity and safety of pharmaceutical products.

In pharmaceutical manufacturing, compressed air is commonly used for

INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL SYSTEMS

Compressed air is utilised to power pneumatic instruments and control systems in pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, ensuring precise and reliable operation.

PACKAGING PROCESSES

Compressed air is employed in packaging pharmaceutical products and facilitating sealing, labelling, and filling processes. Its clean and dry nature helps maintain the sterility of the packaging environment.

CLEANING AND STERILISATION

Compressed air is essential for cleaning and sterilising equipment and manufacturing areas. It helps remove debris and contaminants, contributing to the maintenance of hygienic conditions.

POWDER TRANSFER

In pharmaceutical powder processing, compressed air is utilised for the safe and efficient transfer of powders between various stages of production.

AERATION AND AGITATION

Compressed air is involved in processes that require aeration and agitation, ensuring proper mixing of ingredients in the formulation of pharmaceutical products.

SUCCESS STORY

ELGi OIL-FREE AIR COMPRESSORS ENABLE PHARMA EXCELLENCE

ELGi, one of the premier oil-free compressor manufacturers, leads the industry with innovative and sustainable compressed air solutions. Specifically tailored to meet the stringent demands of pharmaceutical manufacturing, these oil-free screw compressors feature an internally designed sealing system comprising floating carbon seals and viscose on each rotor. This innovative design ensures an uninterrupted supply of clean air, with an unwavering commitment to keeping oil away from the compression chamber.

CRITICAL DRUG MANUFACTURING

ELGi's Oil-Free Screw Air Compressors play a pivotal role in the production of critical drugs, especially during virus outbreaks. The reliable and clean air supply is instrumental in crafting pharmaceutical solutions to combat health crises.

PREVENTING UNWANTED DOWNTIME

ELGi understands the cost of downtime in pharmaceutical manufacturing. With an unwavering focus on dependability, our compressors ensure that operations are running seamlessly, preventing unwanted interruptions that can impact business continuity.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

In the pharmaceutical industry, where quality is paramount, ELGi compressors are contributing to maintaining the highest standards. Clean and oil-free air is crucial to ensuring the integrity and efficacy of pharmaceutical products. ELGi's Oil-Free Air Compressor, crafted to adhere to ISO 8573-1 Class 0 standards, is an ideal solution for the Pharma industry.

SUSTAINABILITY IN PHARMA OPERATIONS

ELGi is aligning with sustainable initiatives in the pharmaceutical sector. Our compressors are designed for efficiency and with a keen eye on environmental responsibility, contributing to sustainable and responsible manufacturing practices.

For manufacturers in the pharma industry, it is essential to have reliable compressed air systems for profitable production lines. ELGi air compressors are built with this in mind. Explore our range of oil-free air compressors.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

What factors should I consider when choosing a medical air compressor manufacturer?

Consider criteria such as industry reputation, compliance with medical standards, product reliability, after-sales support, and the capacity to modify solutions to meet unique medical requirements when choosing a medical air compressor manufacturer.

What factors contribute to the pricing of ELGi pharmaceutical air compressors?

The pharmaceutical air compressor price is influenced by various factors, including capacity, technology features, compliance with medical standards, and additional functionalities. Higher capacity and advanced technology may lead to a higher price point. Contact our team for more details.

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