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Automatic Tunnel Type Linear Vial Washing Machine
Automatic tunnel type linear vial washing machine with 10 internal and two external washes, three AISI 316L water tanks, filtered compressed air and production options up to 400 vials per minute.
ISO 9001:2015Ahmedabad, IndiaManufacturer - Exporter
Automatic Tunnel Type Linear Vial Washing MachineMachine image shown for reference. Final configuration is selected against the approved application and production requirement.
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Machine Overview
The Automatic Tunnel Type Linear Vial Washing Machine manufactured by Technogen Enterprise is designed for washing the internal and external surfaces of pharmaceutical glass vials through a controlled linear intermittent-motion process. Developed for injectable formulation and sterile-product packaging facilities, the equipment combines sequential washing zones, multiple water media and compressed-air operations in a compact production-line arrangement.
The machine incorporates 10 internal washing operations and two external washing operations. Its washing system uses recycled water, DM or purified water, and Water for Injection (WFI), followed by filtered compressed air as specified for the selected washing cycle. The actual media sequence, spray duration and process parameters can be adjusted according to the intended vial washing application.
Three AISI 316L stainless steel water tanks with centrifugal pumps are provided, one each for recycled water, DM water and WFI. Four glycerine-filled pressure gauges are described for monitoring the washing-water circuits and compressed air. Suitable filtration arrangements are identified for the recycled water, DM water, WFI and compressed air services.
The standard equipment range includes five configurations, offering nominal outputs up to 60, 120, 240, 300 and 400 vials per minute. Vial sizes from 5 ml to 30 ml are described as suitable without change parts, while 2 ml and 50–100 ml formats require additional change parts.
The machine body is manufactured using AISI 304 stainless steel. Components in contact with the washing media or the vial washing zones are specified in AISI 316 stainless steel. Separate worm gearboxes and motors are provided for the main machine and conveyor arrangements, while variable frequency drive control enables operating-speed variation.
An AISI 304 stainless steel wire-mesh infeed conveyor is included, and the outfeed can be arranged for direct connection to a sterilizing tunnel or for collection of washed vials in trays. Emergency switches are specified at the control panel and outfeed side.
Optional configurations include a PLC with touchscreen HMI, vial lifting equipment, a pre-inspection station, ultrasonic washing and an application-specific 21 CFR Part 11 functionality package.
Technogen Enterprise manufactures, supplies and exports vial washing machinery from Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, supporting pharmaceutical manufacturers requiring multiple wash media, controlled vial handling and integration with vial filling and sterilization equipment.
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Applications
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Operating Principle
The machine uses linear intermittent vial transport through multiple water and compressed-air washing positions, with controlled spray timing and sequential processing of the vial interiors and exteriors.
Vial Infeed
Empty glass vials are fed through the stainless steel wire-mesh conveyor toward the linear washing machine.
Intermittent Vial Transportation
The machine indexes vials through the configured washing zones with coordinated pauses for spray operations.
Recycled Water Washing
The recycled-water circuit supplies the applicable internal and external washing positions using its dedicated AISI 316L tank and centrifugal pump.
DM or Purified Water Washing
The DM water circuit supplies subsequent washing stages according to the selected washing sequence.
WFI Washing
Water for Injection is delivered from the dedicated WFI tank and pump to the specified vial washing stages.
Compressed-Air Operations
Filtered compressed air is used for the designated air washing or displacement stages following the relevant water washing operations.
Process Monitoring
Four glycerine-filled pressure gauges monitor recycled water, DM water, WFI and compressed-air services. Spray timing and machine speed can be adjusted to meet the operating requirements.
Vial Discharge
Following the specified wash sequence, vials are discharged toward a sterilizing tunnel or collected in suitable trays for further handling.
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Salient Features
Automatic tunnel type linear vial washing machine for injectable packaging
Linear intermittent-motion vial washing operation
Ten internal vial washing operations
Two external vial washing operations
Recycled water, DM or purified water and WFI washing media
Filtered compressed-air washing and water displacement operations
Three AISI 316L stainless steel washing-water tanks
Three centrifugal pumps for recycled water, DM water and WFI circuits
Four glycerine-filled pressure gauges for water and air services
Filtration provisions for all three washing-water circuits and compressed air
AISI 304 stainless steel main machine construction AISI 316 stainless steel components and fittings in contact with washing media
Separate worm gearbox and motor arrangements for machine and conveyor
Adjustable wash sequence and electrically controlled spraying duration
Suitable for 5 ml to 30 ml vials without change parts
Additional change parts for 2 ml and 50 ml to 100 ml vial sizes
AISI 304 stainless steel wire-mesh infeed conveyor
Variable frequency drive for machine speed adjustment
Emergency stop at control panel and outfeed
Option for direct connection to a sterilizing tunnel
Tray collection arrangement for washed vial discharge
Nominal output configurations up to 400 vials per minute
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Technical Specifications
Final specifications may vary with container size, product characteristics, selected model and approved configuration.
| Parameter | TGVW-60T | TGVW-120T | TGVW-240T | TGVW-300T | TGVW-400T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speed | Up to 60 vials/minute | Up to 120 vials/minute | Up to 240 vials/minute | Up to 300 vials/minute | Up to 400 vials/minute |
| Conveyor Height | 750 ± 50 mm | 750 ± 50 mm | 750 ± 50 mm | 750 ± 50 mm | 750 ± 50 mm |
| Washing Sequence | 10 internal washes and 2 external washes | 10 internal washes and 2 external washes | 10 internal washes and 2 external washes | 10 internal washes and 2 external washes | 10 internal washes and 2 external washes |
| Working Direction | Left to Right | Left to Right | Left to Right | Left to Right | Left to Right |
| Input Vial Specifications | 5–30 ml without change parts; additional change parts for 2 ml and 50–100 ml | 5–30 ml without change parts; additional change parts for 2 ml and 50–100 ml | 5–30 ml without change parts; additional change parts for 2 ml and 50–100 ml | 5–30 ml without change parts; additional change parts for 2 ml and 50–100 ml | 5–30 ml without change parts; additional change parts for 2 ml and 50–100 ml |
| Tanks | 3 AISI 316L tanks: recycled water, DM water and WFI | 3 AISI 316L tanks: recycled water, DM water and WFI | 3 AISI 316L tanks: recycled water, DM water and WFI | 3 AISI 316L tanks: recycled water, DM water and WFI | 3 AISI 316L tanks: recycled water, DM water and WFI |
| Number of Filters | Filtration for recycled water, DM water, WFI and compressed air | Filtration for recycled water, DM water, WFI and compressed air | Filtration for recycled water, DM water, WFI and compressed air | Filtration for recycled water, DM water, WFI and compressed air | Filtration for recycled water, DM water, WFI and compressed air |
| Air Consumption | 10–50 CFM depending on model and vial size | 10–50 CFM depending on model and vial size | 10–50 CFM depending on model and vial size | 10–50 CFM depending on model and vial size | 10–50 CFM depending on model and vial size |
| Water Consumption | 90–400 LPM depending on model and vial size | 90–400 LPM depending on model and vial size | 90–400 LPM depending on model and vial size | 90–400 LPM depending on model and vial size | 90–400 LPM depending on model and vial size |
| Power Requirement | 2–7 HP, 440 V, 3 Phase, 50 Hz | 2–7 HP, 440 V, 3 Phase, 50 Hz | 2–7 HP, 440 V, 3 Phase, 50 Hz | 2–7 HP, 440 V, 3 Phase, 50 Hz | 2–7 HP, 440 V, 3 Phase, 50 Hz |
| Electrical Connection | 415 V, 3 Phase, 50 Hz, 4-core wire | 415 V, 3 Phase, 50 Hz, 4-core wire | 415 V, 3 Phase, 50 Hz, 4-core wire | 415 V, 3 Phase, 50 Hz, 4-core wire | 415 V, 3 Phase, 50 Hz, 4-core wire |
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Add-On Features
PLC with touchscreen HMI Pneumatic vial lifting device
Pre-inspection station with illuminated glass inspection surface
Additional wire-mesh conveyor, 1 metre length and 475 mm working width
Conical tray for matching the infeed wire-mesh conveyor and machine infeed conveyor
Ultrasonic washing system 21 CFR Part 11-oriented functionality subject to agreed control and validation requirements
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Machine Interlocks & Safety Features
Emergency switch at machine control panel
Emergency switch at machine outfeed
Pressure gauges for monitoring recycled water, DM water, WFI and compressed-air circuits
Adjustable electrically controlled washing duration
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Applicable Industries
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many washes are provided in the linear vial washing machine?
The equipment is specified with ten internal washing operations and two external washing operations, using selected water and compressed-air services.
Which washing media can be used?
The machine includes dedicated tank systems for recycled water, DM water and WFI, with filtered compressed air for the specified air washing operations.
What production capacities are available?
Five machine configurations offer nominal maximum speeds of 60, 120, 240, 300 and 400 vials per minute.
Which vial sizes can be handled without change parts?
The specified standard range is 5 ml to 30 ml without change parts. Additional parts are required for 2 ml and 50 ml to 100 ml vials.
Can the machine connect to a sterilizing tunnel?
Yes. The outfeed is described for direct connection to a suitable sterilizing tunnel or collection of washed vials in trays.
Are advanced control and validation options available?
A PLC with touchscreen HMI and 21 CFR Part 11-oriented functionality are listed as options. Final electronic records and validation capabilities depend on the agreed system specification.
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