Automatic Glass Vial Washing Machine

Q: What vial sizes and types can this machine handle?

The machine can process glass vials ranging from 2ml to 100ml . It features a special pocket system that allows easy and trouble-free washing of different vial sizes without requiring change parts in the standard model. While primarily designed for glass vials, it can also handle plastic vials.

Q: What is the production capacity of the Automatic Glass Vial Washing Machine?

We offer two primary models: AVRW 120 : Up to 100–120 vials per minute AVRW 240 : Up to 200 vials per minute The actual output depends on the vial size and selected model.

Q: What are the key features and washing cycles of this machine?

Key Features include: All contact parts made of SS 316L PLC + HMI control system with password protection Special clutch mechanism to prevent damage from overturned vials Independent washing circuits to avoid cross-contamination Infeed wire woven belt with indexing motion No change parts required for different vial sizes Typical Washing Cycles : Recycled Water (WFI) Compressed Air DM Water Compressed Air Water for Injection (WFI) Compressed Air

Description

Automatic Glass Vial Washing Machine is a specialized piece of pharmaceutical packaging equipment designed to thoroughly clean and decontaminate small glass containers (vials) used for injectable drugs, vaccines, or biotech products. Vial Washing Machine ensure compliance with strict GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and FDA standards by minimizing contamination risks through contactless or low-contact washing processes. They are essential in aseptic manufacturing to remove residues, particles, and microbes from vial interiors and exteriors, preparing them for sterile filling. Common models handle vial sizes from 2 ml to 100 ml, with outputs ranging from 100 to 200 vials per minute depending on the configuration.

Construction: Typically made from stainless steel (SS 316L for contact parts) for durability, corrosion resistance, and easy sterilization. Machines often include acrylic covers for visibility during operation and safety interlocks that stop the process if the cover is lifted.

Washing Mechanism:
- Vials are fed via an infeed turntable or conveyor and gripped by the neck (in rotary models) or indexed into pockets (in linear models) to invert them for gravity-assisted cleaning.
- High-pressure jets from multiple washing needles deliver sequential rinses: pre-wash, detergent wash, recycled rinses, and final purified water rinse. This ensures both internal and external cleaning with minimal water usage.
- External washing arms or jets target the vial body for comprehensive decontamination.

Automation and Controls: Equipped with PLC and HMI for precise control, optional AC drives for speed adjustment, and pneumatic components for reliable handling. Some models support RABS for enhanced sterility.

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Salient Features of Automatic Glass Vial Washing Machine

Provides production output up to 120 vials per minute.
All contact parts made from high quality stainless steel AISI SS 316L.
SS Tanks & trays made from SS 316L by argon welded with round corner.
SS filter housing made from SS 316L.
Special Pocket system ensures easy and trouble free washing of vials from outer and inner side.
User friendly machine, even semi skilled operator can operate the machine very easily.
Pumps with tank (60 litres each) 2 nos.
A Special clutch device is incorporated for Stoppage of Machine in the event; vial is over turned or over diameter.
Machine is totally robust and withstands continues operation for long working hours without any trouble.
No Change parts are required.

Machine structure & other parts made from AISI SS 304.
SS pump made from SS 316L with mechanical seal Monoblock pump.
All Nozzles made from SS 316L.
In feed Wire Woven Belt for feeding of Vials.
Indexing motion makes easier for syringes to move inside vial, when it is in stationery motion.
Washing cycles can be adjusted as per customer requirement.
Variable A.C. Frequency drive for Main drive and conveyor.
HDPE material Vial pockets.
Machine is equipped with PLC system & printing facility with passwords.
Third Tank & pump can be fitted (optional).

Working Principle of Automatic Glass Vial Washing Machine

Vials pushed from in feed tray and then move on wire woven conveyor belt, which align the vial in correct position, to enter in to the carrier pocket with help of oscillating guide rails. Oscillating arm deliver the vial inside pocket in mouth down position over spraying nozzles. Multijet sprayers fixed at the top cause the total external and internal surface to be washed. To avoid any possible cross contamination between two different waters, each washing station is provided with an independent circuit. Carrier pocket is moving with indexing motion. When the baskets have completed their motion the needles are lifted. They penetrate the vials, spraying jets of water or compressed air then return down. The baskets movement then advances by one station. Each station of vials passes through the washing cycles selected. The duly washed vials then delivered to the out feed tray with neck opening upward and then automatically re ordered to sterilizing tunnel with back pressure.

Technical Specification of Automatic Glass Vial Washing Machine

Model	AVRW 120	AVRW 240
Production Output	Up to 100 per minute	Up to 200 per minute
Vial Sizes	2ml to 100ml	2ml to 100ml
Type of Vials	Glass & Plastic Vials	Glass & Plastic Vials
Power Load	4 H.P.	5.5 H.P.
Power Voltage	440 Volts, 3 Phase 50 Hertz, 4 wire system	440 Volts, 3 Phase 50 Hertz, 4 wire system.
Optional Accessories	Programmable Logic Control (System) with HMI Safety Cabinet with doors	Programmable Logic Control (System) with HMI Safety Cabinet with doors
Utility	Air – 20 CFM Water – 200 to 500 liters per hour depend upon ampoule size.	Air – 20 CFM Water – 200 to 500 liters per hour depend upon ampoule size.
Water Tank & Pump	3 nos. each with 25 liters Capacity & Centrifugal pump	3 nos. each with 25 liters Capacity & Centrifugal pump
Overall Dimension:	2050mm (L) X 2000mm (W) X 1210mm (H) approx.	2450mm (L) X 2000mm (W) X 1300mm (H) approx.
Net Weight	700 kgs. approx.	900 kgs. approx.
Gross Weight	1000 kgs. approx.	1300 kgs. approx.

* Power voltage can be adjusted as per customer’s domestic power voltage requirements.
* Rights of technical improvements & modification reserved.
* Illustrations & dimensions are shown for information purpose only.

Types of Vial Washing Machine

Automatic Vial Washing Machine

Rotary Vial Washing Machine

Multijet Vial Washing Machine

Linear Vial Washing Machine

Automatic External Vial Washing Machine

High Speed Vial Washing Machine

Applications of Vial Washing Machine

Advantages of Automatic Glass Vial Washing Machine

Efficiency: Up to 200 vials/min output with low downtime and reduced manual intervention.

Hygiene: Positive pressure jets and filtered water (5-10 micron cartridges) ensure particle-free results.

Cost-Effectiveness: Recycles rinse water to minimize consumption; compact footprint for cleanroom compatibility.

Customization: Change parts allow handling various vial diameters; sequences can be adjusted for specific media.

Washing Cycle of Automatic Glass Vial Washing Machine

1^st wash	Recycled Water (WFI)
2^nd wash	Compressed Air
3^rd wash	DM Water
4^th wash	Compressed Air
5^th wash	Water for Injection (WFI)
6^th wash	Compressed Air

FAQ for Automatic Glass Vial Washing Machine

What is an Automatic Glass Vial Washing Machine?

An Automatic Glass Vial Washing Machine is a high-precision pharmaceutical equipment designed to thoroughly clean glass vials (internally and externally) before they are sterilized and filled with injectable drugs or vaccines. It uses multiple high-pressure washing cycles with Recycled Water, Purified Water (PW), Water for Injection (WFI), and Compressed Air to remove particles, residues, and contaminants, ensuring full compliance with cGMP and FDA standards.

What vial sizes and types can this machine handle?

The machine can process glass vials ranging from 2ml to 100ml. It features a special pocket system that allows easy and trouble-free washing of different vial sizes without requiring change parts in the standard model. While primarily designed for glass vials, it can also handle plastic vials.

What is the production capacity of the Automatic Glass Vial Washing Machine?

We offer two primary models:

AVRW 120: Up to 100–120 vials per minute
AVRW 240: Up to 200 vials per minute

The actual output depends on the vial size and selected model.

What are the key features and washing cycles of this machine?

Key Features include:

All contact parts made of SS 316L
PLC + HMI control system with password protection
Special clutch mechanism to prevent damage from overturned vials
Independent washing circuits to avoid cross-contamination
Infeed wire woven belt with indexing motion
No change parts required for different vial sizes

Typical Washing Cycles:

Recycled Water (WFI)
Compressed Air
DM Water
Compressed Air
Water for Injection (WFI)
Compressed Air

Why choose an Automatic Glass Vial Washing Machine for injectable production?

It ensures consistent, high-quality cleaning that significantly reduces particulate contamination and microbial load. This leads to better sterility assurance, lower rejection rates, regulatory compliance (cGMP, FDA, EU-GMP), and improved patient safety. The machine is robust, user-friendly, and offers low water & air consumption with excellent reliability for continuous operation.

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