In manufacture of drugs, precision in level measurement is a huge
challenge. Ensuring that the final product adheres to the stated tolerances has
traditionally not been simple. Level measurement in the Pharmaceutical industry
is associated with disparate challenges such as the need of repetitive level
measurements to avoid catastrophes, harmony with bioprocess standards,
verification of calibration as per ISO/FDA standards, and system reliability in
the face of altering process conditions. This industry involves the use of
mixers, bioreactors, fermenters, and prep tanks. These containers undergo
alterations in density, temperature, and pressure. Hence, accuracy in level
measurement is a tough task. Some containers have inbuilt nozzles and agitators
due to which application of certain types of mechanical level measurement
devices becomes problematic. Another issue is that validation of calibration of
level measurement transmitters is mandatory. For this, it becomes essential to
remove the container from the process line for the ‘wet calibration procedure.’
Future of level measurement in the Pharmaceutical
industry
A new generation of sensors has been developed that can provide
reliable level measurement of media with a dielectric constant > 2. Some
examples of such media are a skin lotion and a sun screen. Another innovation
avoids the development of condensation in the housing of the sensor. Efforts
are in progress to have a very short response time. FDA-compliant materials are
used to develop the sensor parts that can come in contact with the media. Media
that could not be measured till date can now be accurately measured by the
extended level of measurement of the new sensors. Another trend is to use American
Sanitary standard 3A materials for sensors because they have the ability to
resist sterilization or cyclic cleaning. The Guided Wave Radar (GWR) method is
fast gaining ground as a reliable method of level measurement. GWR has been
overtaking all areas of measurement previously held by ultrasonic and
capacitance systems. The use of capacitive sensors is on the rise. After
approaching the active surface, they react if the material exceeds a specific
capacitance. They do not have moving parts and do not undergo wear and tear.
Latest solutions of level measurement in the Pharmaceutical industry
In production of drugs, more focus is being made on high-value
individual machines. Production plants now opt for smaller batches. This has
resulted in flexible manufacturing lines. The tighter process control in these
prevents losses of expensive materials and products. In this scenario, small
volumes of materials are moved frequently. To avoid emptying and overfilling of
production and transport vessels, a very high degree of level measurement
technology is becoming increasingly mandatory. This has become possible due to
optoelectronic sensors. These have a very high accuracy of up to 0.5 mm. They
ensure optimal volume utilization, even if the vessel diameter reduces. They
are not adversely affected by magnetic fields and vibrations. Their operation
is independent of the liquid’s dielectric constant, conductivity, temperature,
pressure, viscosity, and density.
Use of magnetic level gauges over traditional tubular glass gauges
In the Pharmaceutical industry, most problems that were encountered in
tubular glass gauges are now resolved by magnetic level
gauges. Tubular glass gauges were used in the
past for level measurement and had the following problems. Such gauges were
placed parallel to the vessel at a suitable height and were mounted with
fittings, which enabled to maintain the pressure and seal both ends of the
tube. But, it was detected that this pattern was unsuitable for certain
liquids. There was a possibility that the glass tube would be fractured or one
or both seals would suffer from leaks. Consequently, the liquid could escape
outside the gauge. For this reason, in case of critical liquids in the Pharmaceutical
industry, the design of tubular level gauges was found unsatisfactory.
In course of time, magnetic level gauges replaced tubular level gauges
as the probable leak points are considerably reduced. Because there is no
presence of fragile glass, safety is better. The visibility of the readings is
vastly improved. The instances of maintenance are very less. The initial
installation is simpler as compared with other gauges. Without interruption in
the level measurement process, addition of switches and transmitters can be
performed. Because the addition of switches and transmitters was possible, dual
technology redundancy led to improved security. The long-term cost of ownership
was lesser. The Return on Investment (RoI) benefits were more. Pune Techtrol’s
magnetic level gauges provide all the above features.
Pune Techtrol caters to the various needs of level measurement in the
Pharmaceutical industry. It manufactures excellent-quality magnetic level
gauges, which have a huge demand in this industry. These gauges are designed
keeping in mind the specific needs of this industry. Techtrol’s magnetic type
level gauges are reputed to serve a wide range of customers in the
Pharmaceutical domain.
About Us
Pune Techtrol Pvt. Ltd. has evolved from a six employee enterprise, in
1984 to become a premier Indian company recognized for quality level
measurement and process automation systems for
liquids & solids. We are an ISO 9001 2008 Company located in the Industrial
belt of Pune, around 180 kms from Mumbai, the commercial capital of India. Pune
is famous globally for quality instrumentation industries with ample skilled
& talented work force. ‘Techtrol’ is recognized as most reliable & trusted
brand, delivering quality products unsurpassed in terms of accuracy,
workmanship, performance, safety & ease of installation, providing long
uninterrupted service in wide & varied industrial applications. Our
products are designed & engineered for optimal performance and with
practical experience gained over last several years has equipped us, to meet
the most demanding user requirements.
Our technical support to customer starts from the enquiry stage,
through proper selection & guidance, right up to supervision of
installation & calibration at site. This is accomplished through large
network of experienced representatives & distributors backed by our team of
enterprising sales & service engineers.
Our people are our strength and as such our prime philosophy is to
respect them as individuals with inherent skills, to be channelized to create
value for our society & country. We believe that, our reputation and our
product quality & services are a result of their team work and as such, it
has been our endeavour to train them continuously for higher multi-skills and
better understanding of our products & customer expectations of us.
Contact
Us
Pune Techtrol
Pvt.Ltd
S-18, MIDC
Bhosari,
Pune -
411026,India
Phone No- 020
66342900
Email Id- ho@punetechtrol.com
Website- http://www.punetechtrol.com
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