Modular wastewater collection system for pharmaceutical production lines
Wastewater collection system for pharmaceutical production lines.
The wastewater collection units enable the centralized collection of relevant liquid by-products and residual streams from pharmaceutical production. Typical media (depending on the process) are fed into the collection system, buffered there, and mixed as needed – before being directed for treatment or disposal.
Application
System for the controlled collection of rinsing and wastewater from one or more systems in pharmaceutical plants. Suitable for:
- Production lines with frequent cleaning (CIP)
- Cleaning, disinfection and cleaning rinsing wastewater
- Process and laboratory wastewater with varying composition
The system creates a controlled interface for subsequent treatment or external disposal and supports compliance with drainage and environmental regulations .
Which currents are typically recorded
In a classic interpretation, the following media, among others, are directed into the collection system:
- Cleaning rinse cycles
- Discharges of concentrates from PW water production
- other process waters (depending on the line)
Why modular?
Modular units allow capacity to be reliably tailored to specific production requirements. This ensures the system remains scalable – for example, in the event of changes to lines, cleaning frequencies, or wastewater volumes.
Monitoring & Automation (optional / project-specific)
Optionally integrated sensors support automated control and integration into the higher-level automation system , e.g.:
- pH measurement
- Conductivity measurement (LF)
- Level monitoring
Special features / characteristics
- Hygienically executed construction in AISI 304 / 316L
- Alternative version with plastic piping and PP container possible.
- Separation of specific wastewater streams with subsequent controlled merging is possible.
- Entry systems for neutralization are possible
- Modular skid design for flexible expansion or adaptation
- Integrated sensors for real-time monitoring of fill level and pH
- Fully automatable with Siemens/Rockwell PLC and remote maintenance access
- Electropolished surface, Ra ≤ 0.8 µm
- Optional explosion-proof version as well as leakage and alarm function
Advantage
Efficient, GMP-compliant collection and buffering of wastewater from pharmaceutical processes – with integrated monitoring and automation.
Technical data
Capacity: 1 – 160 m³/h (modularly scalable)
Material: AISI 316L (material 1.4404) or plastic
Tank design: Pressure tanks or unpressurized collection shafts
Temperature range: 5 – 60 °C
Surface roughness: Ra ≤ 0.8 µm
Buffer volume: e.g. 500 – 15,000 l per unit
Options: automatic level and leak detection, pH/conductivity monitoring, explosion-proof design, remote maintenance
contact
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Modular design & extensions
Dosing system – volumetric or gravimetric
Loop return – monitoring/control unit

