Press Release
Karlsruhe/Germany, 25/10/2016
Romaco at Pharmtech 2016 in Moscow
From manufacture to final packaging
Romaco will show selected tableting, cartoning and final packaging
solutions for the pharmaceutical industry at the upcoming Moscow
Pharmtech. Whether in-line or as a stand-alone solution – flexible and
individual configurations are what Romaco’s customers want.
Romaco Promatic P 91S and PAK 100: bespoke cartoning solutions
Secondary and final packaging solutions from Romaco Promatic will be
presented at this year’s Pharmtech as an overall concept in which ease of use is
paramount: the Promatic P 91S intermittent motion cartoner will be shown in an
in-line configuration with the Promatic PAK 100 semi-automatic case packer. In
the high-speed version, this small footprint cartoner achieves a maximum output
of 140 cartons a minute. Its cGMP compliant balcony architecture ensures that
no supporting structure is needed on the operator side, thus improving the
process visibility and minimizing the risk of cross-contamination. Line clearance
can then be carried out smoothly within a very short time. The individual
components of the compact P 91S are optimally accessible, not least owing to
the retractable carton magazine, making retooling and cleaning much easier.
Reproducible and tool-less format changes are completed in under 15 minutes.
The versatile Promatic P 91S is hence suitable for a wide range of products and
for different batch sizes.
Following the integral transfer of the good packs to the semi-automatic Promatic
PAK 100, the cartons are automatically grouped, stacked in layers and packed in
shipping cases. The only manual steps are case erection, feeding and removal.
An output of up to five shipping cases per minute is possible, depending on the
size. The Promatic PAK 100 case packer is extremely reliable and also very
simple to operate. The low purchase costs guarantee a rapid return on
investment.
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Romaco Promatic BIPAK: flexible vertical cartoner
Romaco Promatic’s flexible and versatile BIPAK vertical cartoner is designed to
fill the cartons from above. In the standard version the product is fed manually by
up to four operators. Optionally the BIPAK can be equipped with an extended
feeding conveyor when more workstations are required. Manual feeding gives
users extra latitude and is basically suitable for any type of product that is packed
in cartons. Automatic feeding with a pick & place unit is offered as an option.
Upright products such as bottles or jars, inserts like spoons or pipettes and
booklets or trays can be fed very efficiently in this way. Romaco Promatic can
supply a range of individually configurable feed options here. The Promatic
BIPAK boasts a maximum output of 110 folding cartons a minute with automatic
product feeding.
The Promatic BIPAK vertical cartoner can be switched flexibly between
continuous and intermittent mode, depending on the application. A simple setting
on the HMI suffices. In the execution with manual product feeding, the only
changes to be performed on the machine are related to carton size; such a
procedure can be easily completed any time since the Bipak is supplied together
with the full range of parts needed to run the whole product range that the
machine can handle. The very low costs for maintenance are a further defining
feature of the Romaco Promatic BIPAK.
Romaco Kilian KTP 420X: powerful rotary press
Cool, fast & clean – these three design features of the Romaco Kilian KTP 420X
rotary press are attracting considerable attention among pharmaceutical
manufacturers worldwide. “Cool” is a set of measures which enable the
temperature in the process area to be maintained at a constant level below 30°C.
Special compression rollers, bolts and bearings are used, for example, to restrict
mechanical friction to a minimum. At the same time, the efficient cooling of the Vring seals and drives prevents unwanted heat. The powerful rotary press is
consequently ideal for processing temperature sensitive medications such as
Metformin or Ibuprofen. “Fast” denotes the ability to speed up product changes:
in order to shorten the retooling and cleaning times, the number of productcontacted format parts has been systematically reduced and access to the
various components is now easier than ever. “Clean” refers to the optimised
hygienic design, which improves product quality and makes the process more
reliable. The strict separation between the compaction and service areas
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prevents tablet dust from entering the machine compartment during the
production process. The patented punch bellows moreover protect the tablets
from contamination with lubricants.
With a maximum output of 360,000 tablets per hour, the Kilian KTP 420X is
classed as a high speed model. The HMI panels of this tablet press incorporate
zoom and swipe navigation inspired by modern smartphones. The Romaco Kilian
additionally impresses with innovative features on the operator side.
On show at Pharmtech in Moscow (Russia) from November 22 to 25, 2016
(Pavilion 2, Hall 8, Booth B507).
The Romaco Group
Romaco is a leading global supplier of Processing and Packaging equipment,
predominantly for the pharmaceutical industry. Divided into three business areas,
Processing, Tableting and Packaging, the company develops engineered system
solutions for the pharmaceutical market, but also supplies the cosmetics, food
and chemical markets. Romaco operates from four European locations with the
headquarters in Karlsruhe, Germany. The company serves the multiple industries
through a total of eight brands: The packaging product lines Noack, Siebler,
Bosspak, Macofar, Promatic and Unipac are manufactured in Karlsruhe,
Germany and in Bologna, Italy. The tableting product line Kilian is produced in
German Cologne while the Innojet product line in German Steinen is responsible
for granulation and coating. Romaco’s product portfolio includes primary,
secondary and final packaging, aseptic and non-aseptic liquid and powder filling,
tablet press technologies, granulation and coating. Over 12,000 Romaco
installations are currently in operation in more than 180 countries. The company’s
worldwide customer base is supplied and supported by over 500 highly skilled
and committed employees.
In 2014 the Romaco Group was voted by “Wirtschaftswoche”, the prestigious
German business weekly as one of Germany’s best 50 innovators among small
and medium-sized enterprises. In this corporate benchmarking contest, Romaco
was named runner-up in the “Process and Packaging Machinery” category. In the
“Pharmaceutical Machinery” segment, the Group was awarded first prize.
For more information about the Romaco Group, visit www.romaco.com
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The following pictures are enclosed with the press release:
1. Secondary and final packaging line from Romaco Promatic
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2. Romaco Promatic BIPAK vertical cartoner
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3. Romaco Kilian KTP 420X rotary press
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Company contact
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Susanne Pfeiffer
Market Communications
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