Automatic External Ampoule Washing Machine South Africa

In the dynamic pharmaceutical manufacturing sector of South Africa, the emphasis on hygiene, sterility, and automation continues to grow. With increasing regulatory scrutiny from SAHPRA (South African Health Products Regulatory Authority) and global export standards to meet, pharmaceutical plants across Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Gqeberha, and Midrand are turning to high-performance automation solutions to ensure product quality and operational efficiency.

Technogen Enterprise, a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of sterile pharmaceutical machinery, proudly introduces its Automatic Rotary External Ampoule Washing Machine Model TGAW-250RE—a purpose-built system designed to clean the outer surfaces of ampoules post-filling and sealing. This machine offers CGMP compliance, excellent speed (up to 250 ampoules per minute), and advanced multi-stage external cleaning through water, detergent (optional), dry air, and heated air.

Whether you're operating a sterile injectables line in Ekurhuleni, expanding a biotech facility in Stellenbosch, or scaling up small-volume parenteral production in KwaZulu-Natal, this machine is a reliable addition to your aseptic processing line.

Why External Washing of Ampoules Is Critical in South Africa’s Pharmaceutical Ecosystem

With the rise in demand for sterile injectables, vaccines, biologics, and hormone-based ampoule products, external washing of containers post-filling is no longer optional. Regulatory expectations worldwide—including those from SAHPRA, WHO, PIC/S, and EU GMP—mandate external washing to remove residual contaminants like:

• Adherent drug product spillage

• Sealing residues (e.g., ampoule tip debris)

• Particulates from capping and neck forming

In South Africa, where plants are often audited for export clearance to SADC, Europe, and Middle East, compliance with these hygiene benchmarks is essential. Technogen’s TGAW-250RE delivers exactly that—robust cleaning performance, ease of validation, and seamless integration with your filling-sealing line.

Built to Serve South African Pharma Leaders

From Sterile Manufacturing Zones in Pretoria to biotech startups in Cape Winelands, the need for automation that meets GMP guidelines and African climatic challenges is growing. Our ampoule washers are built with:

• Stainless steel construction (SS 304 body and SS 316L tanks)

• Dust-resistant sealed electrical components

• High-efficiency drying even in humid conditions

• Localized support for faster maintenance

Installed at injectable formulation units, contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs), and vaccine producers across Cape Town, Isando, Pinetown, and Springfield Park, the TGAW-250RE is trusted for its hygiene, speed, and reliability.

Key Features of the TGAW-250RE Ampoule Washer

1. CGMP-Compliant Design

The machine is engineered according to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), ensuring validation-ready documentation, traceability, and cleanroom-friendly construction.

• Machine body made from SS 304

• Contact components (tanks, piping) made from SS 316L

• CE-certified electronics and motorized systems

2. Rotary Continuous Motion Washing

Ampoules are processed in a rotary intermittent motion using a precision-aligned rotating wheel. This ensures:

• Consistent ampoule spacing

• Uniform washing

• High-speed throughput up to 250 containers per minute

3. Advanced 4-Stage Washing System

The machine features four external washing stations, designed to clean ampoule exteriors through multiple cycles:

• Stage 1: Tap Water or Detergent Wash (customizable)

• Stage 2: Fresh Tap Water Rinse

• Stage 3: Dry Compressed Air Blowing

• Stage 4: Heated Air Drying

This sequence ensures complete decontamination of the ampoule surface before labeling, inspection, or secondary packaging.

4. Tray-Based Loading & Unloading

Ampoules are loaded and unloaded via standard trays, making it easier to integrate into upstream and downstream systems such as:

• Ampoule filling and sealing machines

• Visual inspection conveyors

• Sterile transfer tunnels

5. Efficient Pumping and Heating

• 2 stainless steel 316L tanks (each 50L) for water and detergent storage

• Equipped with horizontal multistage centrifugal pumps for pressure consistency

• Three heating elements (1 kW each) for consistent hot air drying

6. Precision Drive System

Driven by a worm gearbox coupled with a three-phase induction motor, the machine maintains a steady rotation, ensuring accurate processing without jams or skips.

• Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) allows fine-tuning of rotation speed depending on container size or washing intensity required.

Technical Specifications Overview

Optional Add-On Features

To cater to evolving compliance and automation needs in South African pharmaceutical plants, we offer the following optional upgrades:

• PLC with HMI Interface: For touchscreen-based parameter control and diagnostics

• Swiss Air Heating System: For precision drying in low-humidity zones

• Detergent Wash Station: Optional, for cleaning high-contaminant loads

Integration Possibilities

The TGAW-250RE easily integrates with:

• Ampoule inspection machines

• Labeling systems

• Sterile transfer modules

• Automated packaging lines

It acts as the final decontamination step after sealing, ensuring your ampoules are clean and compliant before further handling or shipment.

Proven Across South Africa’s Pharma Zones

Our machines are actively supporting compliance and productivity across:

• Johannesburg (Wadeville, Isando) – Injectable lines and CMOs

• Cape Town (Montague Gardens) – Vaccine formulation and biotech labs

• Durban (Pinetown, Springfield Park) – Export-grade parenteral manufacturing

• Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) – Pharma warehousing and labeling hubs

Whether you are preparing for WHO PQ inspections, or aligning your facility for European export, Technogen Enterprise ensures you have the equipment to stay ahead.

Why Choose Technogen Enterprise?

• Over 20 years of experience in pharmaceutical process equipment

• Machines tailored to harsh African industrial environments

• Comprehensive documentation and validation support

• Rapid spare parts delivery across all 9 provinces

• Installation training provided by GMP-certified experts

Get a Quote Today

Want to enhance hygiene, minimize contamination, and comply with South African and international standards for injectable product packaging?

Contact Technogen Enterprise today to explore our customized ampoule washing systems. Our team is ready to help you assess, install, and scale with confidence.