Lyophilization Technology
LYOVAC® Pharma Freeze Dryer
GEA’s LYOVAC® industrial-scale freeze dryers are built to customer specifications and are available with production areas of 1–60 m² and condenser capacities of more than 1000 kg.
The LYOVAC® production-scale freeze dryer is a best-in-class solution for the pharmaceutical industry. In close collaboration with our customers, we design, build and customize them according to specific requirements.
LYOVAC® freeze dryers and their peripherical equipment can be arranged either on one or multiple floors. The condenser can be situated next to the drying chamber or directly underneath it. Either way, it ensures both easy access to the machine parts and complete separation between the cleanroom and the technical area.
A unique feature is the high quality of the in-house manufactured shelves. This is the heart of the machine and ensures an optimal temperature distribution, unform result and, consequently, the essential final product quality.
Several features of the LYOVAC® (see below) support the fastest processing times in the industry, offering increased productivity and commercial benefits.
The LYOVAC® range is also available using GEA’s unique Fast Track manufacturing process. Depending on the complexity of the installation and based on previously completed projects, it’s possible to have a system up and running in less than a year.
Key features
- GMP equipment
- Annex I compliant
- In-house shelf manufacturing
- CIP/SIP with quick subprocess turnaround times
- Refrigeration with compressors using LN2, natural refrigerants, air cooling, etc.
- Cutting-edge automation options with virtual servers
- In-house ALUS® with integrated FATs possible
- LYOPLUS® mass spectrometry
- LYOSPARK® controlled nucleation
- LYOAIR® sustainable air cooling
- LYOVAC® ECO Mode for improved sustainability of pharmaceutical freeze drying
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Verwandte Produkte
LYOVAC® Small-Scale Freeze Dryers
Extending its range of LYOVAC™ Freeze Dryers, GEA now offers both integrated and standalone equipment for the production of small-scale batches and formulation or process development.
Process Analytical Technology (PAT) for Lyophilization: LYOPLUS®
LYOPLUS™ mass spectrometer is a multi-purpose measurement device for pharmaceutical freeze dryers.
SMART LYO® Pharma Freeze Dryer
SMART LYO™ Freeze Dryers help reduce the cost of freeze drying while maintaining quality and performance, making validation and documentation easier and reducing delivery times.
ALUS® Load & Unload of Lyophilizers
ALUS® Automatic Load & Unload Systems minimize the risk of operator/product contamination while loading and unloading a freeze dryer.
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