Demand for test tubes (also called sample collection tubes) is high. Besides the pharmaceutical sector, biotech plants and laboratories also use them in large numbers. MGA Technologies designs custom primary packaging machines for this type of application.
To meet this demand, it makes sense to invest in high-performance equipment such as a test tube production line. What is it? How does it work? What is it used for? Find the answers below.
Optimizing Test Tube Production with an Automated Line
As the need for test tubes keeps growing, laboratories and the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries have every reason to equip themselves with an automated test tube production line.
Automating Test Tube Production: How to Increase Efficiency and Cut Production Costs
Test tubes are widely used in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries as well as in laboratories. They are used to carry out reactions with small quantities or to test mixtures. They can be made of various materials; the most common are glass and plastic.
If test tube manufacturing is part of your business, you need a dedicated machine to speed up your manufacturing process: a test tube production line. This equipment has many advantages. First of all, it boosts your company’s productivity, because the machine can produce a large quantity of test tubes in a short time. In addition, your employees’ workload is reduced as the machine automates certain operations, for example the transfer of the full tube to the screwing station. This operation no longer has to be done manually.
By automating your test tube production line, you also keep your pharmaceutical or biotech processes compliant with the applicable standards and regulations. The integrated robotic solutions respect the containment and sterility conditions of the production line. At the end of the line, you get sterile test tubes free from any contamination, with guaranteed quality. After production, they are ready for use in a clean room, as they are disinfected with UV light.
An automated test tube production line also makes your company more competitive. Thanks to its high output rate, you can meet your customers’ demand. The solution is flexible, since it can be adapted to your production needs. Finally, it helps you reduce your production costs.
Technical Characteristics of the Line
The test tube production line has a number of features. First of all, it can pack bags of 100 caps. Its production speed is 1,000 parts per hour, and its filling accuracy is ±0.3%. The machine is equipped with numerous components integrated in a 304L stainless steel frame. Thanks to its UV emission system, it is capable of sterilizing the products. The machine also includes other components, such as a SIEMENS S7-1500 PLC, a STÄUBLI SCARA TS2-40 robot and a Hamilton Microlab 600 diluter.
Application of the Production Line
The test tube production line is easy to operate. In operation, it first handles the products with its STÄUBLI robot, which is fitted with a gripping hand. The tubes are picked up from the separator at the end of the vibrating rail. They are then sent to the screwing station and positioned. Once the cap has been screwed on, they are sent to one of the 3 racks while waiting to be filled.
Who is the test tube production machine designed for? It is designed for professionals in the pharmaceutical industry, for example companies that manufacture medicines. Laboratories and the cosmetics industry can also use it if they have significant needs for test tubes. In all cases, it is important to choose the right test tube production line. It is not enough to check its output and the operations it can perform: the manufacturer also matters, to make sure the machine is efficient and of the highest quality. To learn more, see our custom machines for sterile processes and controlled environments.
If you are looking for a custom-made machine to equip your production line, trust MGA Technologies. We specialize in manufacturing machines for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical industries, from tube filling and sealing machines to automatic liquid filling machines and complete primary packaging lines. To satisfy our customers, we are committed to providing them with high-performance, reliable and customized equipment. So, if you need a test tube production line, do not hesitate to contact us.
