Fluid Bed Processor (FBD)

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Fluid Bed Processor (FBD) – Technical Specification & Application in the Pharmaceutical Industry

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Fluid Bed Processor (FBD) is a universal machine employed in pharmaceutical production to dry, granulate, and coat powders and granules. It functions on the principle of suspending particles in a hot air stream, providing effective heat transfer, uniform drying, and controlled size distribution of particles.

Technical Specifications of Fluid Bed Processor (FBD)

1. Construction Material

• • Stainless Steel (SS 316L for product contact items, SS 304 for non-contact items) – meets GMP & FDA standards.
  • Mirror or Matte Finish – aids easy cleaning and avoids contamination.
  • Anti-Static Filters – avoids static charge accumulation in fine powders.

2. Processing Capacity

Available in 1 kg (lab-scale) to 1000 kg (industrial-scale) per batch.

3. Air Handling & Heating System

• • Primary Air Blower: Provides uniform fluidization of particles.
  • HEPA Filters (H13 or H14): Eliminates airborne impurities, providing a hygienic processing area.
  • Heating Source:
  • Electrical Heater (for laboratory or small-scale applications).
  • Steam / Hot Water / Gas Heaters (for commercial production).
  • Temperature Control: 30°C – 120°C, adjustable through PLC-based controllers.

4. Spray System (For Granulation & Coating)

• • Top Spray: Applied to granulation & drying processes.
  • Bottom Spray (Wurster Process): For coating pellets and tablets.
  • Tangential Spray: Applied to agglomeration and layering processes.
  • Spray Nozzle Size: 0.5–2.0 mm for accurate atomization.

5. Filter & Exhaust System

• • Bag/Cartridge Filters with Automatic Shaking Mechanism – avoids powder loss.
  • Exhaust Blower (CFM Range 500–3000 CFM) – proper airflow and dust management.

6. Control System

• • PLC-Based HMI Touchscreen Panel – automatic process control.
  • Real-Time Monitoring: Regulates inlet air temperature, airflow, spray rate, and drying time.
  • Batch Recipe Storage: Enables consistent processing parameters.

7. Safety Features

• • Explosion-Proof Design – optional for solvent-based granulation.
  • Pressure Relief Dampers – avoids damage due to overpressure.
  • Fire Detection & Suppression System (Optional) – for use with flammable substances.
  • Earthing & Static Charge Protection – to protect operators.

Applications of Fluid Bed Processor (FBD) in the Pharmaceutical Industry

• Drying of Wet Granules: Quick drying of wet granules following high-shear granulation prior to tablet compression. More effective compared to conventional tray drying.
• Granulation (Top Spray Method): Transforms powders into granules with the use of a binder solution spray.
• Enhances flowability and compressibility for tablet production.
• Coating of Pellets & Granules (Bottom Spray – Wurster Process)
• Utilized in controlled-release drug delivery products.
• Deposits polymeric coatings for sustained or delayed release capsules and tablets.
• Agglomeration & Instantization (Tangential Spray Method)
• Creates dust-free, free-flowing granules for instant powders (e.g., infant formula, protein powders).
• Multi-Industry Applications: Applied in pharmaceutical, food, nutraceutical, chemical, and herbal industries.

Company Details

Fabon Pharmatech is a Nashik‑based manufacturer of pharma‑grade equipment, with roots going back to 1998. We are  specialize in stainless‑steel machines designed for pharmaceutical, chemical, and food applications, meeting GMP/FDA standards

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• Granulation & Milling Tools: Multi-mill machines, cone mills, wet mills, rapid mixer granulators
• Coating & Processing Lines: Auto-coaters, fluid-bed processors, pasté kettles, CIP/WIP systems
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