Washing and cleaning

PPS offers different washing and cleaning solutions for processing. Together with IMA and Müller we offer washing and cleaning systems for format parts, drums and bins – as well as supply washing and sterilization systems for vials and ampoules. We also offer standard cleaning systems and tailor-made solutions, including customized racks.

All cleaning systems are designed to meet the highest cGMP and EHEDG regulations. The high-quality automated cleaning systems ensure reproducible cleaning, rinsing, and drying processes – and subsequently, the highest product safety.

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IMA AQUARIA washer

AQUARIA is IMA Active’s all-in-one washer for components, tools, and machine parts. It maximizes the washing chamber volume while minimizing the size of the machine.

Powerful yet essential, effective, and smart.

Different configurations are available thanks to the plug-and-play shift among machine groups and layout options. This flexibility enables AQUARIA to meet any space requirement and optimize installation and maintenance operations.

Simplified washing concepts, based on intelligent design and GMP compliance for maximum efficiency, enable the washer to fully respond to industry requirements. Easily integrated with other equipment, AQUARIA fits seamlessly into solid-dose processing lines.

A variety of configurations help keep consumption under control, ensuring greater efficiency and respect for the environment.

Highlights of AQUARIA:

Automatic dose regulation
Compact design ensures a minimum footprint
Rotation sensors for correct rotation during washing
Cutting-edge HMI

IMA ATLANTIS Washing station

High efficiency with minimum consumption. Available in three models, ATLANTIS ensures optimal performance with maximum flexibility in terms of machine configurations and washing cycles.

ATLANTIS is designed to wash and dry, in a completely automatic mode, containers, IBCs and other components used within the pharmaceutical industry. Designed for through-the-wall installation, ATLANTIS can be supplied in the high-efficiency configuration, increasing machine throughput up to 3 IBCs/hour.

Designed for through-the-wall installation with a second door for “pass through” installation as an option.
Installation flush to the floor or alternatively raised above the floor on feet.
Vertical ramps of nozzles for high efficiency washing of the external part of IBCs and a spray nozzle with and electric motorized rotating head for internal washing.

IMA VENUS Parts washer

A combination of IMA Active’s technological expertise and knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry, VENUS achieves top-level performance while minimising water and detergent consumption thanks to its recirculation system.

VENUS is IMA Active’s all-in-one solution to wash components and parts of different sizes and volumes in a completely automatic mode. Available in two models (900 and 1200), VENUS works with a water recirculation system at low pressure and high flow rate.

Detergent groups with automatic dose regulation.
Air Handling Unit with extraction fan for drying. AirJetStream for faster drying as an option.
Suitable for through-the-wall installation to keep clean and non-clean areas separate.

IMA HYDROWASH Washing machine

High efficiency and compact design. Easily positioned inside the working area, HYDROWASH is designed in compliance with the highest GMP standards for installations with sanitary water.

IMA HYDROWASH can be used as a stand-alone washer or as a feeding group for WIP/CIP systems to serve an IBC washing station or to clean high shear mixer granulators, fluid bed processors, tablet presses, capsule fillers and coating pans. Different devices are available for washing cycle optimisation.

Compact design for easy positioning inside the working area.
High quality and accurate finishing of each component.
Compliance with the highest GMP standards.

IMA HYDRA Linear vial washer

HYDRA was created after many years of research and development focusing on container decontamination for injectable drugs. Designed according to the cGMP guidelines, the machine features the highest quality standards required by the pharmaceutical industry.

IMA HYDRA is a linear washing machine for vials and bottles of all sizes, and is suitable for plastic and oval containers upon request.

Containers for sterile preparation are processed in a different way according to the material they are made of and the product to be filled. Tailored according to the nature of containers, HYDRA performs thousands of customised washing cycles.

Special upper guide rail for containers allowing for washing at high pressure without vibration or movement.
Complete segregation between process, circuit and mechanical areas to avoid cross contamination.
No vial breakages thanks to a system of levers, incorporating spring-loaded telescopic overload, driving machine movements, including raising of the washing needles.

IMA VEGA Rotary Vial Washers

Containers coming in contact with parenteral preparations must be rendered sterile and non-pyrogenic, process resulting particularly successful with the VEGA Series, where the easy configurable washing sequence enhances the efficiency of the cleaning procedure

Being the majority of SVIs aseptically processed (i.e. end containers not sterilized), essential becomes to rigorously adhere to cGMP standards as far as sterility assurance is concerned – FDA and EMA guidelines.

VEGA washing flow follows said directions in terms of structural design, connections, and adaptability of the decontamination process.

Low maintenance impact
Ultrasonic pre-wash connection with de-packing machines or turntables
Completely drainable washing circuit

IMA HYDRA 100/300/400 Vial external washer

Conceived for outer surface decontamination of pharmaceutical containers after the filling process, Hydra 100/300/400 minimizes the legal risk of long-term exposure for packaging operators and medical personnel handling cytotoxic products or potent compounds.

The rotary external washers Hydra 100/300/400 have been designed to perform the decontamination of external surfaces of glass or plastic cylindrical containers (bottles, vials, etc.) potentially contaminated by the product during the filling process.

The decontamination process can be carried out using water or by adding to the water a dedicated washing media 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.

Rounded corners inside the processing area improving water drainage and machine cleanability.
Complete separation between process and mechanical areas by means of special seals.
Segregated washing circuits.

IMA VEGA 400 Ampoule external washer

The pharmaceutical industry and safety regulators are placing more importance on external washers to remove product particles from the outside of containers after filling. Vega 400 complies with the present requirement and ensures complete decontamination.

Vega 400 is a rotary external washer designed to decontaminate the external surface of ampoules and small glass vials after the filling and closing process.

The decontamination process can be carried out using water or by adding to the water a dedicated washing media in case of toxic products, in order to avoid any risk of contamination. Vega 400 is the ideal solution for high-speed requirements and can be supplied in line with filling and closing machines.

Rounded corners inside the processing area improving water drainage and machine cleanability.
Complete separation between process and mechanical areas by means of special seals.
Segregated washing circuits.

PPS A/S washing and cleaning systems from Müller and Romaco Macofar - GMP washer for small parts

Müller GMP washer for drums and smaller parts

A Müller washing system is a flexible solution that can be adjusted to individual requirements. The GMP-compliant design of the washer enables flexible automated cleaning of practically all washable production goods in a GMP environment. And they guarantee that no cross-contamination and germ formation occurs.

The washer for smaller parts is an integrated cleaning device for inside and outside cleaning of smaller parts such as drums, bottles, trays, pumps, filling line equipment, parts from tablet presses, and laboratory glassware.

PPS A/S washing and cleaning systems from Müller and Romaco Macofar - GMP cleaning system for large parts

Müller GMP cleaning system for containers and large parts

Müller GMP washers allow flexible cleaning of all parts used in pharmaceutical production. The cleaning system can be used for interior and exterior cleaning of containers, IBC’s, drums, vessels, barrels, and boxes.

The innovative technology provides best-in-class efficiency and lower purified water consumption. The systems are in compliance with the latest GMP requirements, and the state-of-the-art hygienic design offers the highest level of product safety.

Cleaning solutions with tailor-made chamber sizes and individual system layouts for a variety of technical requirements are available.

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PPS A/S Service & Aftersales solutions for customers

PPS Service & Aftersales

Uniquely for the industry PPS has its own service department, which is of great benefit to our customers. PPS service department has specially trained technicians with the highest expertise and experience. We offer a long list of services, including:

Installation and renovation of existing equipment.
Design of complete solutions; everything from the requirements specifications and logistics, to execution and validation.
Competent feedback on automation solutions or other type of production optimization.
Installing and/or moving entire production or packaging lines.
Training of technical personnel and operators in optimal use of the installed equipment.
Tailor-made service and aftersales agreements for ongoing maintenance as well as assistance in case of breakdown.

In addition, PPS delivers spare parts and consumables directly to our customers from own stock. Having our own stock ensures fast and efficient delivery, which minimizes any production downtime for our customers.

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