Pharmatech has developed a range of high quality drums and accessories
that are ideal for use as processing containers within GMP environments.
The requirements of a GMP correct processing container are much greater
than the requirements of a basic transport container - hence the need
for PharmaDrums™.
Why Choose a Drum Based Processing System?
PharmaDrums™ make an ideal low cost processing container for
batches up to 500 litres. Typically the cost of a PharmaDrum™
will be approximately 25% of the equivalent IBC cost.
Pharmatech has supplied innovative drum processing systems to pharmaceutical
companies around the world, we have supplied all types from small
R&D companies right through to the major multi-nationals. Please
contact us for a reference list.
Drum with Cone Attachment
The modern approach to batch
processing
Features
of a PharmaDrum™
Each PharmaDrum™ is packed full of features that make it easy
to use and easy to look after.
Fully
Welded Construction
PharmaDrums™ have a fully welded, crevice-free interior,
this helps to prevent cross contamination and facilitates thorough
cleaning.
Heavy
Gauge Stainless Steel
PharmaDrums™ are manufactured from heavy gauge stainless
steel to build in strength and provide a long life. 316L stainless
steel is used as standard for maximum corrosion protection.
Drum Diagram
GMP
correct Top Rim
PharmaDrums™ are available with either a solid top rim or a
rolled top rim. For GMP Correct applications we recommend a solid
top rim.
The advantage of the solid rim is that the under side of the rim is
smooth and crevice free. This means that there are no traps for product
or biological contamination. Where a crevice under the rim is not
an issue a rolled rim is available at lower cost. A solid rim is also
stronger than a rolled rim.
Self
Emptying Swages
PharmaDrums™ are manufactured from heavy gauge stainless steel
and so do not require swages to give them additional rigidity. Swages
are recommended if the drum is to be mechanically handled.
PharmaDrums™ have asymmetric swages that are designed to shed
product when inverted (poorly designed round swages are well known
to hold product).
The method of emptying the drum will determine the orientation of
the swages.
Easy Clean
Base
PharmaDrums™ are manufactured with a carefully contoured base
to provide maximum strength, be easily cleanable and ensure stability
under all load conditions.
‘O’
Ring Seals
Standard ‘O’ Ring seals are manufactured from white,
virgin silicone rubber (to FDA/CFR standard 177.2600).
For more demanding applications ‘O’ rings are available
manufactured from the following polymers:
- PTFE coated silicone
- Viton
- EPDM
- Fluorosilicone
PharmaDrum™
- Product Contact Parts
316L stainless steel
Silicone rubber (FDA/CFR) acceptable
grade
Non-Product Contact Parts
304 stainless steel (clampband)
Standard Finish
Internal - 1.0µm Ra (240
grit) welds ground and polished
External - 1.0µm Ra (240
grit) welds left as laid, crevice free and blended in
Other finishes available on request
Documentation
Certificate of Conformity (free
of charge)
Material Certificates (extra cost
option)
Other documentation is available
at extra cost
GMP Marking
Lids and bodies to be etched with
a unique identification number
Customer specific information
can also be etched - ask for details
25
50
100
Standard
100
Squat
150
200
300
400
500
Nominal Volume (litres):
25
50
100
100
150
200
300
400
500
Brimfull Volume (litres):
28
54
107
108
160
216
320
430
530
Internal Diameter (mm) A:
305
400
457
560
560
560
647
750
750
Max. Overall Diameter (mm) B:
365
460
520
630
630
630
750
820
820
Drum Body Height (mm) C:
400
440
670
450
660
895
980
980
1210
Max Overall Height (mm) D:
410
450
680
460
670
905
990
990
1220
Metal Thickness (mm):
1.2
1.2
1.2
1.2
1.2
1.2
1.5
1.5
1.5
Total Weight* (Kg):
6
8
13
13
17
21
28
39
47
* Total weight includes
drum body, lid, clampband & ‘O’ ring
A Top Hat allows a drum to be filled to the top as it provides the
extra space required for efficient blending.
The Top Hat usually has 50% of the volume of the drum.
Top Hats clamp to the drum in place of the drum lid. For extra security
Pharmatech have developed a heavy duty clamp band - this is able to
withstand the increased forces encountered when blending with a Top
Hat.
Top Hats are available to suit all sizes of PharmaDrums™.
200L drum fitted with
a 100L Top Hat
Heavy Duty
Clampbands
The Standard Clampband is designed primarily to retain the lid during
storage and transportation. Security locking is achieved by using
plastic ties.
The Heavy Duty Clampband is specially designed to handle the increased
forces that are experienced when blending with a drum and top hat.
Heavy Duty Clampbands are available for 560mm, 647mm and 750mm diameter
drums only.
Clampbands
Cones
Suitable for use with PharmaDrums™
Range of sizes available
Symmetrical and Asymmetrical
designs available
Clamps in place of the drum
lid
316L stainless steel construction
Internal finish: 1.0µm
Ra (240 grit), welds ground and polished
External finish: 1.0µm
Ra (240 grit), welds ground and polished
‘O’ Ring Seal
- FDA/CFR acceptable silicone rubber
A great advantage of using PharmaDrums™ is that they are easy
to clean between batches. Pharmatech offer a complete range of washing
systems. These systems are individually tailored to meet the requirements
of the customer.
Internal and external
Suitable for GMP
Custom built according
Validatable washing
Drum dryers
Mobile Washing Station
Design
Drum Washer (180° Tipper) -
The machine shown is used to invert drums over a washing lance, which
then sprays the inside.
Drum Trolleys
Drum Trolleys allow drums to be moved around a factory with the minimal
amount of manual handling
304 stainless
steel construction
240 grit finish
non-marking wheels
Four steerable wheels (two
of which have brakes)
Standard &
Square Trolleys
Heavy Duty
Trolleys
Flat deck trolleys are ideal when the load has to be slid on and off
the trolley.
