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How Does Industrial Centrifuges Used In The Pharmaceutical Industry

March 05, 2025

Industrial centrifuges are one of the most important machines used in pharmaceutical manufacturing. These machines help separate elements from a mixture allowing scientists to extract desired substances. 

Since drugs are required to maintain the highest levels of purity possible to avoid side effects using an industrial centrifuge ensures that’s formulas comply with the standards. 

There is a wide range of applications for industrial centrifuges in the pharmaceutical industry and this article will cover all of them so keep reading.

Key Applications of Industrial Centrifuges in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing 


Centrifuges are used across many levels during pharmaceutical manufacturing. Here are some key applications where these substance separation equipments are most commonly used:


Solid Liquid Separation


Whenever solid drug crystals need to be separated from liquid solvents industrial centrifuges are used for this purpose. By separating solids from liquids centrifuges ensure purity and safety of the drugs being manufactured. The filtration capabilities of industrial centrifuges are used for separating antibiotics from contaminants. 


Liquid-Liquid Seperation


Similar to solid liquid separation industrial centrifuges can also separate liquid ingredients from solvents or emulsions. Liquid-liquid separation takes place during the refining process. Since centrifuges can separate elements based on their density they are ideal for extracting oils from water. Unlike traditional methods liquid-liquid separation can be done much faster using centrifuges for certain pharmaceutical formulas.

The enhanced speed and accuracy of centrifuges can boost yield and bring down the cost of manufacturing significantly. 

Cell Harvesting


For pharmaceutical companies operating in the biotechnology sector, centrifuges can help in the production of vaccines and antibodies. Centrifuges can separate desired cells from the complex broths consisting of proteins and other biological components.

Cell harvesting would otherwise require time consuming methods such as mechanical scraping and filtration techniques that can be avoided by using centrifuges. 

One of the examples of industrial centrifuge’s application for cell harvesting is in mRNA vaccine manufacturing. Centrifuges clarify cell culture and help extract valuable components quickly. 

Biotechnology sector is rapidly advancing and industrial centrifuges are a reliable solution to support growing production demand in this sector. 

Dewatering


Water is a common contaminant in most of the wet solids that need to be removed in order to manufacture tablets, capsules, and powders. If you manufacture dry drugs then a centrifuge is an essential piece of machinery for your manufacturing needs. Centrifuges can remove water much faster and facilitate advanced drying methods. Therefore manufacturers can reduce the time and cost required to dry up the drugs for further processing. 



Types of Industrial Centrifuges Used in Pharmaceutical Industry


There are different types of industrial centrifuges that you can get for pharmaceutical manufacturing. Zonelink offers a range of industrial centrifuges that are ideal for specific applications. Here are some key types of industrial centrifuges that are used for manufacturing drugs and medication:


Tubular Centrifuge


A tubular centrifuge is a single cylindrical bowl that spins rapidly to produce strong centrifugal force that can extract components of various densities. Tubular centrifuges are useful for separation of small quantities of mixtures containing fine particles. These centrifuges are highly accurate with an ability to remove very small impurities from APIs. They are most commonly found in labs for testing purposes and they are widely regarded for accuracy and precision. 


Disc Centrifuge


A disc centrifuge has cone shaped discs arranged in a stacked formation to facilitate particle separation. Disc centrifuges are used to clarify liquids and smaller particles. These centrifuges spin rapidly and can remove microscopic parties making them ideal for cell cultures. These centrifuges support large scale clarification with faster speed.


Decanter Centrifuge


Decanter centrifuge is ideal for large scale manufacturing requirements where continuous separation is needed. This type of centrifuge can effectively remove water and other impurities and can run continuously for longer periods. Their higher output and the ability to continuously separate impurities make them useful equipment for manufacturers that deal with high production volumes. 

Plate Centrifuges


A plate centrifuge also known as basket centrifuge works on the principles of sedimentation and centrifugal force. When this centrifuge spins it allows lighter components to form a separate layer while denser particles or impurities get removed in the outer layer. Pharmaceutical companies can use the plat centrifuge for separating cells, particles, or liquids from contaminants. 

There are other types of industrial centrifuges available at Zone Link to meet the needs of pharmaceutical needs along with custom options. Finding the right centrifuge has become easier than ever thanks to the wide range of options tailored to each substance separation application. 





Benefits of Using Industrial Centrifuges in Pharmaceutical Industry


By now you are probably familiar with the importance of industrial centrifuges and their uses in in the pharmaceutical industry. Here is a quick recap of all the benefits you can expect from incorporating this substance separation solution into your production process:

Speed and Efficiency


Industrial centrifuges fast track the process of separating and filtering desired elements from the unwanted ones. The enhanced speed and efficiency can help drug and medicine companies to meet deadlines and targets. Not to mention these machines make the process of producing drugs easier for scientists and technicians. 


Maintain Purity and Sterility


Since the pharmaceutical industry is highly regulated it is important to maintain the purity of the compounds being used for drug manufacturing. Centrifuges allow for accurate filtration and separation to remove all traces of harmful compounds that may result in side effects. As a result manufacturers can meet and exceed the expected compliance standards. 


Scalability


Industrial centrifuges can be adapted to various manufacturing needs within the pharmaceutical industry. And there are low volume as well as large scale variations of these centrifuges that allow manufacturers to scale their production along the way. 


Conclusion


Now that you know what industrial centrifuges are and how they work you are probably wondering how you can pick the right option. Since there are different varieties of these machines choosing the right option for your pharmaceutical needs is essential. Contact Zone Link now to get expert help in choosing the right centrifuges and other manufacturing equipment that suit your manufacturing process. 



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