Weighing, blending, sieving, granulating, tableting, coating, packaging and cleaning – the process steps in the manufacture of solid pharmaceuticals are limited. However, less attention is often paid to the question of how the product should move from process A to the subsequent process B. In pharmaceutical production today, the ability to ensure smooth and efficient processes – naturally in compliance with all GMP requirements – is more important than ever. Two factors are particularly important here: automation and modularity.
MBL develops lifting and cleaning systems that address precisely these issues – with a clear focus on process reliability, flexibility and maximum availability.
In this article, we show you how you can use MBL solutions to make your production lines future-proof, efficient and flexible.
1. Modular lifting columns: Automated product transfer without detours
Modern production lines need sophisticated automation solutions. MBL’s modular lifting columns with programmed step chains enable automated product transfer between different process stations – e.g. from mixing to tableting or filling.
This reduces manual intervention, eliminates ergonomic risks and increases process stability. Thanks to the modular design, the columns can be flexibly integrated into existing systems or planned as part of new lines.
2. Less downtime thanks to application-specific cleaning modules
Manual cleaning of containers, drums or small parts often means time-consuming interruptions. MBL offers modular, GMP-compliant cleaning systems with customised wash item carriers – tailored to the respective components such as stainless steel containers, valves or fluidised bed components.
Recipe-controlled programmes, short changeover times and a validatable, reproducible cleaning process ensure maximum availability of your line – especially with frequent product changes.
3. Centralised control and digital connection
All MBL systems are designed to be digital from the ground up. Whether lifting technology or cleaning – integration into your existing MES or SCADA system is seamless. This gives you centralised control, real-time monitoring and complete documentation for seamless traceability – GMP-compliant and future-proof. Our systems are OPC UA-capable and compatible with common PLC standards.
4. Flexibility for growing requirements
Production environments change – and your equipment must be able to keep pace. The modular design of our systems allows adaptations, extensions or integration into new room concepts at any time.
Whether new isolators, room conversions or switching between dosage forms – MBL solutions grow with your processes.
5. Partnership at eye level
MBL not only supplies technology, but also provides long-term support – from the initial concept phase through to maintenance during operation. Our customers appreciate the close co-operation during installation, qualification and training – and the secure feeling of always having a strong partner at their side, even in day-to-day business.
6. Efficiency through modularity
The transport solutions are implemented for both vertical and horizontal material flow. In a vertical arrangement, gravity drives the product flow over several levels. The individual process stages are either directly connected to each other or linked by containers with discharge stations for filling or emptying. Overpressure or vacuum transport systems and lifting systems are used for a horizontal product flow. Both variants have their advantages. The vertical variant is gentle and energy-saving, but requires a corresponding room height. The horizontal arrangement, on the other hand, enables fast product changes and flexible realisation of different process variants by the operator. High output, short downtimes and stable processes. MBL supplies the right modular solutions – with sophisticated technology, GMP conformity and full automation compatibility. If you think modular today, you will have the flexibility to meet growing requirements tomorrow – with MBL at your side.
Decision-maker facts
- There is potential for optimisation in product transfer between process steps.
- The trend towards flexible systems for highly effective substances requires sophisticated solutions.
- New technologies make it possible to largely eliminate handling errors.