Product limits
Material properties, critical temperature, moisture target, fill depth and required finished-product quality.
PHARMACEUTICAL
Production Stoppering Lyophilizers
SSLY systems for vials and high-value products, configured around shelf area, condenser demand, cleanroom interface and handling scope.
1–40 m²Published SSLY shelf range
20–400 kgPublished capture for listed models
−50 to +70°CNo-load shelf reference
≤5 PaUltimate-vacuum reference
Selection worksheet
Model selection starts with the real production requirement.
Provide these engineering inputs so shelf area, condenser margin, loading and utility demand can be evaluated together.
Batch target
Container or tray format, loading quantity, units per batch and the required production rhythm.
Cycle basis
Freezing method, drying stages, known cycle duration, endpoint method and condenser demand.
Facility boundary
Room arrangement, door orientation, technical-area access, material flow and maintenance clearances.
Automation level
Loading, recipes, interlocks, alarms, trend records and interfaces with the wider production system.
Project evidence
Required drawings, material records, factory acceptance, training and qualification responsibilities.
Published model data
A scalable SSLY pharmaceutical platform.
Values below are published references. Final performance, utilities and certificate scope must be confirmed in the project quotation.
| Model | Shelf area | Water capture / batch | Shelf structure | Shelf temperature* | Cold trap* | Ultimate vacuum* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSLY-1 | 1 m² | 20 kg | 4+1 shelves | −50 to +70°C | ≤−70°C | ≤5 Pa |
| SSLY-10 | 10 m² | 200 kg | 7+1 shelves | −50 to +70°C | ≤−70°C | ≤5 Pa |
| SSLY-20 | 20 m² | 400 kg | 14+1 shelves | −50 to +70°C | Configuration-dependent | ≤5 Pa |
| SSLY-40 | 40 m² family | Confirm in proposal | Project-specific | Confirm in proposal | Confirm in proposal | Confirm in proposal |
* No-load published values. Product temperature, drying rate and batch performance depend on the product, recipe, loading and operating conditions.
Process-critical controls
What the system must control during the cycle.
These controls connect the equipment specification to actual process risk.
Freezing
Product structure begins hereReview shelf cooling, nucleation assumptions, fill depth and the temperature margin before primary drying.
- Shelf ramp and hold control
- Product probes by agreed scope
- Uniform loading pattern
Primary drying
Balance heat input and vapour flowChamber pressure, shelf temperature, condenser capacity and product temperature must remain within the process window.
- Vacuum-control strategy
- Condenser margin
- Endpoint method
Secondary drying
Reach the moisture targetControlled heating and hold time support desorption without exceeding the product temperature limit.
- Recipe repeatability
- Trend and alarm review
- Stoppering sequence
Utilities & interfaces
The chamber is one part of a production system.
Final requirements are calculated from model, cycle and site conditions. The proposal should clearly allocate every connection and responsibility.
ElectricalVoltage, frequency, connected load and control power
CoolingWater or air-cooled basis, inlet conditions and heat rejection
Compressed airInstrument-air quality, pressure and consumption if required
Cleaning / sterilisationWater, steam, drainage and exhaust by agreed CIP / SIP scope
Room interfacesCleanroom door, technical area, exhaust, drainage and access
DataUser roles, recipes, alarms, trends, audit functions and network boundary
DataUser roles, recipes, alarms, trends, audit functions and network boundary
Project deliverables
Know what should arrive with the equipment.
The final document list is agreed contractually; this framework makes the project discussion concrete.
Before manufacturing
- Approved configuration and system boundary
- General arrangement and interface drawings
- Utility schedule and site-readiness inputs
- Controls and documentation scope
Before shipment
- Agreed FAT protocol and records
- Inspection and calibration records by scope
- Equipment, component and packing records
- Open-item and change-control list
At installation
- Installation and commissioning guidance
- Operation and maintenance manuals
- Operator and maintenance training
- Recommended spare-parts list
Engineering review
Review the system with application and facility teams together.
A productive technical review includes the product, process, production target, engineering boundary, quality requirements and procurement scope.
Send your selection inputsFAQ
Questions buyers ask before selection.
Short answers support early evaluation; project-specific decisions remain subject to engineering confirmation.
Which SSLY model is suitable for a pilot or production project?
Selection depends on container format, units per batch, shelf area, water load, loading method, utilities and documentation scope. A model code should only follow this engineering review.
Can the system include hydraulic stoppering?
The published SSLY range includes common and hydraulic stoppering configurations. The mechanism, pressure and applicable container system must be confirmed in the technical proposal.
What temperature and vacuum values are published?
Selected published SSLY data lists a no-load shelf setting range of −50°C to +70°C and ultimate vacuum of ≤5 Pa. Product performance and cycle conditions remain project-specific.
Can the system integrate with cleanroom loading and plant utilities?
Yes. Door arrangement, technical-area access, material flow, utilities, controls and documentation can be reviewed within the project system boundary.
