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Bosch develop filling line for syringes for manufacturers with limited space

At the core of the FXS 2050 filling and closing machine are its peristaltic pumps. Together with the fully automated bag (ABO) and tub (ATO) open­ing system it achieves an output of up to 9,500 syringes per hour. The re­duced need for manual interference minimizes the risk of contamination. The program-controlled servo drives, precisely operating robotics and fewer form sets further reduce the contamination risk during production. The extraction of product samples functions automatically; single syringe samples can be accessed and discharged directly.

The bag and tub opening system is part of the fully automated solution for up-stream processes to prepare the tubs and syringe nests. Besides the output, the line focuses on pre-defined, secure and completely reproduci­ble processes. Furthermore, integrated in the line is the RIL-100 rod inser­tion labeling unit, the USD-100 denester and the ZPS buffer system. All three units are supplied by Moeller & Devicon, a Bosch Packaging Technology company.

“Fully integrated filling and closing lines most effectively reduce the risk of contaminating sterile delivered syringes,” says Klaus Ullherr, Product Man­ager for syringes at Bosch Packaging Technology. “With the compact FXS 2050 and the integrated solutions for up and down-stream processes, the entire filling and closing process for pre-sterilized syringes can be exe­cuted.”

The FXS 2050 can also be integrated into a Restricted Access Barrier Sys­tem (RABS) and enables production under cleanroom class A conditions. The compact design of the FXS 2050 makes it an intelligent solution to de­crease total operating costs.