SYNTEGON TO SHOWCASE DIGITAL SOLUTIONS FOR LIQUID PHARMACEUTICAL PROCESSING AT INTERPACK 2023

Visitors to interpack can experience Syntegon’s new smart functions on the proven ALF 5000 filling and closing machine.

Syntegon has equipped the proven ALF 5000 filling and closing machine with smart functions: from individual container tracking and an intelligent piston pump to AR-supported format changes, visitors will gain an overview of current solutions. Syntegon will also present the next stage of its cloud-based software solution Synexio, which makes it easier to identify the potential for equipment and process optimizations.

Heading towards the factory of the future
At interpack, the ALF 5000 filling and closing machine will demonstrate current possibilities and future potential. Amongst others, eight filling stations will show visitors which filling systems – from single-use to intelligent piston pumps – can be used with different degrees of automation.

SODA: Traceability of primary packaging containers
Syntegon’s Single Object Data Acquisition (SODA) system will also be displayed on the ALF 5000. It assigns all object and process-specific data of primary packaging materials to individual batches and containers – even after they have left the machine. In combination with the smart containers EVERIC© smart from primary packaging manufacturer SCHOTT, SODA offers a very special advantage: the pre-coded containers are already equipped with a unique data matrix code that can be read via cameras.

Significant time savings and higher process reliability thanks to digital solutions
The ALF 5000 also features an intelligent piston pump – the “Smart Pump” from Syntegon. The AR solution with HoloLens glasses also ensures considerable time savings as well as fast training of inexperienced staff. Format changes can be carried out faster thanks to guided operator support. Errors during ongoing production are displayed immediately in the field of view along with virtual support.

Synexio: Data transparency at all times
The new cloud-based software solution Synexio enables the acquisition, evaluation, and visualization of equipment and production data. The entry-level package “Monitor” visualizes various KPIs and creates greater transparency in production. At this year’s interpack, Syntegon will present the second Synexio package “Uptime”.

The highest flexibility all along the line
Flexible Service Agreements are available for all machines from the Syntegon portfolio. This also accounts for the modular RMA (Range Manual Assembly) assembly machine for auto-injectors, pens, safety devices, and other medical devices. The pilot unit for clinical trials and small batch sizes exhibited at interpack features a workstation for manual loading and unloading of components and devices; all other process steps are carried out automatically. This way, the manual workstation achieves an output of one to three devices per minute. In addition, the hygienic design and fast format changes ensure maximum flexibility.