Design and Automation: Vacuum transport system for the eye drop medicine filling process.
Rué, Arnau (2023)
2023
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The pharmaceutical industry imposes strict requirements on maintaining clean and sterile production environments, as outlined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). This necessitates the adherence to ISO standards not only within cleanrooms but also during the transportation of materials. However, the current methods of material transportation often lack automation and often present challenges and inefficiencies. This thesis aims to design and automate a Vacuum Transport System as an alternative to conventional material transport in the pharmaceutical industry. The focus is on the eye drop medicine bottling process, which requires high levels of cleanliness to ensure the safety and efficacy of the medication.
A brief study of the pharmaceutical industry requirements in the related aspects and an extensive overview of the industrial standards for proper design provide the foundation for this project. A system prototype is created by developing designs conforming to industrial standards, assembling 3D models for visualization, and designing a PLC program for standard operation. The prototype obtained is calculated to have an approximate material cost of 44.344,93 €.
The results demonstrate the successful achievement of project objectives and fill the gap in the available technical information regarding vacuum transport systems in the pharmaceutical industry. Although aerodynamic calculations and component sizing are not included due to the aim to provide an adaptable solution. This thesis provides a solid foundation for future implementations. Future research opportunities include conducting comprehensive aerodynamic analyses, detailed component sizing, and the development of a simulation server for production process integration.
A brief study of the pharmaceutical industry requirements in the related aspects and an extensive overview of the industrial standards for proper design provide the foundation for this project. A system prototype is created by developing designs conforming to industrial standards, assembling 3D models for visualization, and designing a PLC program for standard operation. The prototype obtained is calculated to have an approximate material cost of 44.344,93 €.
The results demonstrate the successful achievement of project objectives and fill the gap in the available technical information regarding vacuum transport systems in the pharmaceutical industry. Although aerodynamic calculations and component sizing are not included due to the aim to provide an adaptable solution. This thesis provides a solid foundation for future implementations. Future research opportunities include conducting comprehensive aerodynamic analyses, detailed component sizing, and the development of a simulation server for production process integration.