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Product Overview
A dust extractor (dust collection system) is a critical support machine used in pharmaceutical manufacturing to capture and remove airborne dust generated during processes such as granulation, compression, de-dusting, sieving, and coating. It helps maintain a clean and controlled production environment by preventing powder accumulation, cross-contamination, and operator exposure.
Designed to meet cGMP and regulatory requirements, pharmaceutical dust extractors feature hygienic stainless-steel construction, high-efficiency filtration systems (such as bag filters or HEPA filters), and low-noise operation. They improve product quality, enhance workplace safety, protect equipment, and ensure compliance with environmental and occupational health standards in solid dosage manufacturing areas.
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Applications
A dust extractor works by creating controlled suction to capture airborne dust and powder generated during pharmaceutical processes. Dust-laden air is drawn through a suction hood or duct connected to the machine, where the heavier particles are separated and collected in a dust container or collection bag.
The remaining air passes through high-efficiency filters, such as bag filters or HEPA filters, which trap fine particles before clean air is safely discharged or recirculated. This process maintains a clean working environment, prevents cross-contamination, protects operators, and ensures compliance with cGMP and safety standards in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Dust control during tablet compression and de-dusting operations
- Powder collection from granulation, blending, and mixing processes
- Dust extraction at sieving and milling stations
- Removal of airborne particles during tablet coating and polishing
- Maintaining clean conditions in capsule filling operations
- Dust control in material transfer and packaging areas
- Protecting operators and equipment from fine powder exposure
- Supporting cGMP compliance by minimizing cross-contamination and product loss
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Standard Features
- cGMP-compliant hygienic design suitable for pharmaceutical applications
- Stainless-steel construction for durability and easy cleaning
- High-efficiency filtration system for effective dust and fine powder collection
- Low-noise operation ensuring a comfortable working environment
- Compact and space-saving design for easy integration with existing equipment like Tablet press and De-duster
- Easy-to-remove dust collection container or bag for quick disposal
- Minimal product loss with efficient suction control
- Reduced operator exposure to airborne dust, improving safety
- Supports cross-contamination control and regulatory compliance
- Reliable performance with low maintenance requirements
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Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Suction Capacity | 150 cfm |
| Filtration Area | 9 sq ft. |
| Dust Storage Capacity | 3/4 cu. feet |
| Electric Motor | 1 Hp / 0.75 kW |
| Suction Capacity | 300 cfm |
| Filtration Area | 12 sq ft. |
| Dust Storage Capacity | 3/4 cu. Feet |
| Electric Motor | 1.5 HP / 1.12 kW |
| Suction Capacity | 1000 cfm |
| Filtration Area | 32 sw ft. |
| Dust Storage Capacity | 50 Liter |
| Electric Motor | 2 Hp / 1.5 kW |