Primary packaging units, delivered as BFS cards, are gently fed into the Sigpack HCUL with the aid of a Sigpack LDF Delta robot or other intelligent loading solutions. Before being packaged in the flow wrapper, the vials are separated by the feeding system¹s innovative separation unit.
The Sigpack HCUL’s long-dwell sealing system features a cross-sealing unit that allows the sealing jaws to close gently and in a controlled manner. The balcony design of the cross-sealing unit, with individually mounted heating elements, allows easy access and fast changeover. Depending on application requirements, the station has the flexibility to be equipped with either ultrasonic or heat-sealing technology.
Also available are hybrid machines that use ultrasonic sealing technology on the longitudinal sealing unit and heat-sealing on the cross seam. Because thermo-sensitive products can be damaged when exposed to heat, usually occurring when transported over the longitudinal sealing unit, this hybrid configuration provides a high-speed, product-friendly solution for these products.
The Sigpack HCUL is also equipped with a comprehensive control system, which monitors the alignment of the products as well as the information printed on the packaging. By making sure that packages that do not meet the specifications are automatically rejected, only hermetically sealed packages leave the machine.
The Sigpack HCUL is expandable to accommodate modified atmosphere packaging (MAP). Using modular construction, the system can be modified for functions such as the Real Time (RT) MAP system. Compared to conventional MAP systems, where the gas is inserted by a lance, the gas supply for the RT-MAP and the sensor for measuring residual oxygen content are integrated in the longitudinal sealing unit. As a result, real-time measurement of residual oxygen content in the package is possible, and those packages that have excessive residual oxygen are rejected. The amount of gas supplied or extracted is precisely controlled so that only the necessary amount is released. The RT MAP system improves measuring accuracy, as well as savings on production costs.
The Sigpack HCUL offers pharmaceutical manufacturers substantial advantages in the growing market for BFS pharmaceutical dosage forms, including a product-friendly and flexible feeding system, an innovative separation unit, and a product-friendly ultrasonic longitudinal sealing unit. The machine will be displayed as part of the BFS Seamless System, featuring a streamlined design for maximized overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). The speed of all line components is balanced to eliminate bottlenecks, minimize downtime and optimize product flow.
