Rotary gripper ampoule washing machines for approved 1–20 mL ampoules, available in 120, 150, 240 and 320 APM output models with controlled RC water, PW, WFI and compressed-air stages.
1–20 mL • 120–320 APMMachine overview
An ampoule washing machine, also called an ampule washer, cleans the inside and outside of empty glass ampoules using a defined water-and-air cycle before downstream processing. Choose the model from your approved ampoule formats, wash requirements and required production rate.
H M Pharma Machines manufactures the Rotary Gripper Ampoule Washing Machine in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India for sterile and injectable pharmaceutical production applications.
Ampoules transfer from the mesh conveyor through a feed worm and star wheel before entering the rotary gripper washing section. The platform is offered in four output configurations from 120–320 ampoules per minute.
Six internal stages follow the sequence RC water, air, PW, air, WFI and air. Two external stages apply RC water followed by air. Final model selection and change parts are confirmed from the approved ampoule sample or drawing, wash process and line layout.
Main machine
Review the model range below or open the detailed product page for complete specifications, controls, utilities and documentation.
Mesh-conveyor infeed, feed worm spacing, star wheel transfer and rotary gripper handling support a defined internal and external ampoule washing cycle.
Available outputs
The model number identifies the published output in ampoules per minute (APM). All four models use the same listed 1–20 mL glass-ampoule range and six internal plus two external wash stages; nominal volume alone does not establish format compatibility.
120 ampoules per minute; format and wash process subject to approval.
150 ampoules per minute; format and wash process subject to approval.
240 ampoules per minute; format and wash process subject to approval.
320 ampoules per minute; format and wash process subject to approval.
Shortlist against the required filling-line rate, then confirm the operating output for each approved ampoule and wash cycle. For controls, utilities and machine configuration, open the rotary gripper ampoule washer specifications.
Defined wash cycle
Each gripped ampoule passes through six internal water and air stages, followed by the defined external washing arrangement.
Initial internal wash using recirculated water.
Air stage after the RC-water wash.
Internal wash using Purified Water.
Air stage after the PW wash.
Final water stage using Water for Injection.
Final internal air stage.
RC water is applied to the ampoule outer surface.
An air stage follows the external RC-water wash.
Technical summary
These are the main platform details. The approved quotation and machine datasheet confirm the final project scope.
| Ampoule range | 1–20 mL, subject to approved ampoule configuration |
|---|---|
| Model & output | HMRGAWM-120 — 120 APM HMRGAWM-150 — 150 APM HMRGAWM-240 — 240 APM HMRGAWM-320 — 320 APM |
| Infeed handling | Mesh conveyor → feed worm → infeed star wheel → rotary gripper machine |
| Internal stages | 6: RC water → air → PW → air → WFI → air |
| External stages | 2: RC water → air |
| Process tanks | Separate RC, PW and WFI process tanks; quantity, capacity and material per approved order |
| Process pumps | Quantity, rating and contact material per approved order |
| Process protection | Tank-level controls, pressure monitoring, alarms and stop interlocks as defined in the approved control specification. |
| Documents | DQ, IQ, OQ, PQ, FAT, SAT, manuals, certificates, wiring diagram and machine layout as defined in the approved scope |
Water consumption varies with the selected machine model, operating speed, ampoule size and approved washing cycle. The project-specific requirement is confirmed for the selected configuration and agreed operating conditions.
Recirculated-water flow and fresh PW/WFI consumption are specified separately during technical review.
Selection guide
Use the model range above to shortlist an output. The ampoule vs vial washing guide explains container handling and the wider approval checklist.
Preparing for the factory trial? Use our washing machine FAT checklist to agree samples, wash conditions, output checks and dispatch records.
Send samples or drawings for every 1–20 mL glass ampoule. Identify neck and body differences so the feed worm, star wheel and gripper change parts can be reviewed.
State the required APM for each format and the connected filling-line capacity. Confirm the agreed operating output, not only the model name.
Confirm RC water, PW, WFI and air requirements. Ask for the approved tank, pump and utility schedule; capacities are order-specific.
List the change parts and settings needed between your ampoule formats. Include transfer height, direction and the sterilizing-tunnel interface in the layout review.
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Project support
Plan ampoule washer placement, utility connections and downstream transfer with the selected model. H M Pharma Machines provides installation guidance, commissioning assistance and operator support according to the agreed project scope. For a new ampoule format, share the sample or drawing and machine details to review compatible ampoule handling change parts.
Frequently asked questions
No. Washing and downstream sterilization or depyrogenation are separate processes. Confirm the required tunnel interface, transfer arrangement and qualification scope for your ampoule line.
The rotary gripper ampoule washing machine is offered for approved 1–20 mL ampoule configurations.
Four output models are available: 120, 150, 240 and 320 APM, where APM means ampoules per minute.
The six internal stages are RC water, air, PW, air, WFI and air. Two external stages apply RC water followed by air.
Ampoules move from the mesh conveyor through the feed worm and infeed star wheel before entering the rotary gripper washing machine.
Share ampoule sizes or samples, required APM output, approved wash sequence, utility details and downstream line-interface requirements.
Ahmedabad-based team, nationwide support
H M Pharma Machines provides delivery and service for ampoule washing machines across India from its only facility in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Share your state, city and PIN code along with the machine requirement to confirm delivery, installation and service arrangements. Our India delivery and service coverage explains destination planning and support coordinated from Ahmedabad.
Send ampoule samples, required APM, wash process and line-layout details for technical review.