Component Processing Systems: Plug and cap handling for pharmaceutical primary packaging

Infusion solutions in vials, cartridges, and syringes require pharmaceutical manufacturers to continuously supply sterile stoppers and caps. This is where the equipment of the Swiss sterilization technology company HANAG often comes into play.

The Component Processing Systems (CPS) from HANAG consist of four main components: the mobile and rotatable container in its trolley, the loading station, the treatment unit, and the lifting mechanism.

Different types of stoppers and caps go through the following process steps: washing, siliconizing, sterilizing, drying, and cooling. The system integrates seamlessly into the entire filling process for aseptic transfer.

Easy docking at various stations

HANAG's stopper treatment systems continuously supply sterile rubber stoppers, while handling is simplified through easy docking at various stations. The connection of the containers to the transfer stations also facilitates reliable identification of the containers during the process.

In addition to smooth processing, the homogeneous silicon distribution and high drying performance are further advantages of the system. The CPS ensures high process safety — with discharge options suitable for any environment.

HANAG relies on synergy effects in sterilization technology

HANAG AG was founded in 1956 in Basel and has been active in equipment manufacturing since 1960. Flexible, efficient, and innovative, the company has continuously developed and rebranded itself in 2002 as HANAG Steriltechnik AG. Today, HANAG is one of the leading Swiss providers in equipment and container manufacturing. The company's main focus is on sterile applications.

To leverage synergy effects, HANAG recently signed a worldwide sales agreement with castus® from Ochsenhausen, Baden-Württemberg. Under this agreement, castus® utilizes its expertise in sales and marketing to continuously provide customers access to HANAG's Component Processing Systems. HANAG's clients include renowned companies in the pharmaceutical industry.