Choice of Solid Wall and Perforated Pans Caters for All Coating Requirements

IMA continuously invests in providing new solutions for coating, always with the aim of improving efficiency, taking into consideration any environmental impacts and methods of saving energy.

IMA offers both solid wall and perforated pans, a valuable choice that accommodates all customers’ requirements. The mixing baffles positioned in the central section ensure perfect mixing and uniform coating material distribution, allowing the processing of a wide range of batches in the same drum, from 25% to 100% of the pan capacity. The mixing capability is always maintained when working with a minimum or a maximum quantity of product. The position and dimensions of the outlet air duct allow a uniform drying of the product, therefore saving energy. The spray system has been designed to ensure easy maintenance, simple inspection operations and quick product changeover. Two spray units are available: the film system (air) and the sugar system (airless). The spray guns are fitted on a sliding support arm and can be positioned and adjusted from the external part of the machine. Completely automatic CIP is also possible as well as a wide range of different automation levels.

The consolidated range of machines with solid wall pan includes the well-known GS HT–HP–P/RA and HP equipment for the processing of all sizes and shapes of product — film or sugar coating of tablets, pellets and microgranules and enlargement and layering of pellets and microgranules by means of an adjustable powder dosing device. The solid wall pan is the ideal starting point for a contained installation. With the GS Evolution, the entire coating process, from product loading to final discharge and cleaning, can be achieved without any need for the operator to have contact with the processing area. The solid wall range of machines includes units for R&D and small production batches.

The Perfima series of perforated pans can be fitted with automatic product loading and discharge. On a standard Perfima pan, product discharge is achieved through a discharge tube connected to the pan by a fast fixing system. The system has no dead zone and guarantees 100% product discharge to the bin. Complete isolation of all parts in contact with the product is another feature; all openings are equipped with inflatable seals and the entire coating process can be achieved without contamination from the external environment. The Perfima Lab for R&D purposes is also available, which can be used for small production batches as well. Three interchangeable drums make it possible to work with a wide range of capacities from 3 to 60 l.

IMA S.p.A, IMA Active Division, +39 051 6514111, mktg.soliddose@ima.it, www.ima-pharma.com.