Lifter

Product Details

Lifter – Technical Specification & Application in the Pharmaceutical Sector

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Pharmaceutical Lifter is a material-handling equipment that is utilized in pharma manufacturing to lift, move, position, and dump containers like IPC bins, drums, and tablet totes. It provides dust-free and contamination-free material transfer with enhanced efficiency and operator protection.

Technical Specifications of Pharma Lifter

1. Construction Material

Stainless Steel (SS 316L for contact components, SS 304 for non-contact components) – ensures GMP & FDA compliance.

Electropolished / Mirror Finish – to make it easy to clean and prevent contamination.

Sealed Bearing & Hygienic Design – makes smooth running possible in cleanroom environments.

2. Lifting Mechanism

Hydraulic or Electric Lifting System – provides smooth lifting action.

Lifting Capacity: 50 kg to 2000 kg, based on model.

Lift Height: 1 meter to 5 meters, can be made as per requirement.

Telescopic Mast (Optional): Enables increased lift range with a small footprint.

3. Mobility & Stability

Fixed or Mobile Design:

Mobile Lifters: Equipped with PU wheels for convenient transportation.

Fixed Lifters: Positioned at a particular point for special material transfer.

Braking System: Provides stability during lifting and material transfer.

4. Container Handling Options

Bin (IPC) Lifter: Suitable for handling intermediate bulk containers (IBCs).

Drum Lifter: Drum-specific attachments for tilting & discharging.

Tablet Lifter: For lifting tablet totes for direct feeding into tablet presses.

5. Control System

PLC-Based HMI Control Panel (Optional) – for automatic height adjustment.

Push-Button or Joystick Control: Enables accurate positioning of containers.

Safety Interlocks: Avoids accidental operation while lifting or lowering.

6. Safety Features

Overload Protection – avoids motor damage from excessive load.

Emergency Stop Button – for safety of operator.

Auto Locking System – locks the container while lifting.

Anti-Tip Design – eliminates accidental tipping of the lifter.

Applications of Lifters in the Pharmaceutical Sector

• Material Transfer Between Process Stages: Used for the transfer of powders, granules, or tablets from one process to the next (e.g., from a granulator to a tablet press).
• Dust-Free & Contamination-Free Handling of Materials: Eliminates manual material handling, thereby reducing contamination threats in sterile surroundings.
• Lifting & Placement of IPC Bins & Drums: Facilitates accurate discharge of materials into processing equipment like blenders, mills, or tablet presses.
• Tablet Lifting & Feeding: Raises tablet totes and feeds them directly into packaging machines or coating equipment.
• Improving Operator Safety & Ergonomics: Decreases physical effort involved in lifting and transferring heavy containers, enhancing workplace safety.
• Multi-Industry Applications: Applied in pharmaceutical, food, nutraceutical, and chemical industries for material handling.

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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