Pharmaceutical

Application of Liquid Ring Pumps/Compressors in the Pharmaceutical Industry.

Liquid ring pumps/compressors are widely used in the pharmaceutical industry for various applications. These pumps/compressors are ideal for handling gases, vapors, and liquids, making them a versatile choice for pharmaceutical applications.

Here are some of the common uses of liquid ring pumps/compressors in the pharmaceutical industry:

Vacuum Distillation: Liquid ring pumps are commonly used for vacuum distillation, which is the process of separating components of a mixture by using a vacuum to lower the mixture’s boiling point. This process is used to produce pharmaceuticals, such as antibiotics and vitamins.

Drying Processes: Liquid ring pumps are also used in drying processes in the pharmaceutical industry. They are used to create a vacuum to remove moisture from materials during drying. This is important in the production of drugs that require low moisture content.

Filtration: Liquid ring pumps can be used in the filtration process to remove unwanted impurities from a solution or suspension. This is important in the production of sterile drugs, where even small impurities can compromise the quality of the drug.

Central Vacuum Systems: Liquid ring pumps are also used in central vacuum systems in pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities. These systems provide a central vacuum source for various manufacturing processes, including cleaning and material handling.

Bioreactor Applications: Liquid ring pumps can be used in bioreactor applications to maintain the proper oxygen level in the reactor. This is important for the growth and maintenance of microorganisms, which are used in the production of biopharmaceuticals.

Tablet Compression: Liquid ring compressors are used in tablet compression machines in the pharmaceutical industry. They compress the air in the compression chamber, which compresses the tablets.

Solvent Recovery: Liquid ring pumps are also used in the pharmaceutical industry for solvent recovery. They recover solvents in various processes, such as solvent extraction, crystallization, and chromatography. The recovered solvents can be reused, reducing the overall cost of production.

Sterilization: Liquid ring pumps are used in sterilization processes in the pharmaceutical industry. They create a vacuum in the sterilization chamber, filling it with steam or other sterilizing agents. This process ensures that the sterilizing agent penetrates all parts of the chamber, ensuring effective sterilization.

Overall, liquid ring pumps/compressors are widely used in the pharmaceutical industry for their reliability, versatility, and ability to handle various materials.

Our NTS/ZHV/NL/NC are widely used in the Pharmaceutical Industry. NES Company Inc. manufactures packages containing liquid ring vacuum pumps and compressors, which are plug-and-play for all these applications above. We have stainless steel packages to cater to any of these applications.