Antares Vision Group, a technological partner in the digitalization of products and supply chains for companies and institutions, and a leader in traceability and inspection for quality control – has introduced a new automatic visual inspection and leak detection system for liquids in prefilled syringes. Powered by proprietary software algorithms and patented technology, the new CY Series achieves exceptional levels of inspection accuracy while maintaining the high speeds inherent in modern pharma manufacturing.
Container closure integrity testing is conducted via integrated high-voltage technology to best assure that no leak goes overlooked. The CY Series also checks for proper fill levels, as well as any microcracks, pinholes or other potential defects in PFS components like flanges, needle shields and plungers. The product itself also is thoroughly inspected for a broad range of reflective and non-reflective particles, including fibers, floaters and heavier/settled foreign substances. Upon defect detection, a reject rail allows for streamlined reinspection.
The CY Series can handle glass or plastic prefilled syringes up to 15 mm in diameter, and inspect liquids ranging in viscosity from water-like to suspensions and emulsions. The machine can achieve throughput speeds of up to 200 pieces per minute. Expedient changeover can be performed in just 20 minutes through straightforward replacements of star wheels and tilting screws, while inspection parameters can be reconfigured via recipe selection.
