In the pharmaceutical sector, precision, safety and hygiene are essential to ensure product quality and regulatory compliance.
The pharmaceutical industry demands the highest standards of cleanliness and reliability, particularly in environments where sanitation and equipment durability are crucial.
Pharmaceutical plants require reliable and durable electrical solutions that meet the rigorous demands of this sector, and stainless steel electrical enclosures prove to be the ideal choice.
The choice of stainless steel for pharmaceutical machinery is motivated by its exceptional corrosion resistance, which eliminates the risk of contaminating products with volatile particles, its ability to withstand rigorous cleaning processes , and its non-reactive nature, which ensures that it does not compromise the purity and safety of pharmaceutical products during production.
In this context, AISI 316L is usually preferred, which, in addition to chrome and nickel, also contains molybdenum, making it more resistant to chlorides and therefore the ideal choice for industrial production where salt, chlorine and acids are used in high concentrations.
Summarised in a few points, these are the main benefits that make stainless steel the best choice for the pharma sector:
Stainless steel is known for its exceptional corrosion resistance, a critical requirement in contexts where chemicals can compromise the life of traditional electrical components.
Sterilising agents and aggressive chemicals used in the pharmaceutical industry can quickly erode less resistant materials, putting the safety and effectiveness of production at risk .
Stainless steel resists these agents, ensuring the longevity and safety of electrical equipment.
Stainless steel is a smooth, non-porous material that is easy to clean and sterilise. This is essential to avoid contamination and ensure the production of safe drugs and sanitary products.
In addition, its clean appearance contributes to the image of cleanliness and precision, an important element for pharmaceutical companies.
The pharmaceutical sector is highly regulated, and stainless steel electrical enclosures comply with stringent industry regulations such as DGUV, FDA, CE and UKCA markings, UL and Atex certification.
IRINOX's stainless steel electrical enclosures are designed with a deep understanding of the unique challenges of the pharmaceutical industry, choosing to apply the principles of hygienic design. They feature rounded corners, sloping tops and internal hinges, all of which minimise the risk of contaminant build-up.
Furthermore, the use of FDA-approved silicone seals, which are often removable, ensures that these products can be thoroughly sanitised, even with aggressive chemicals. This is critical in pharmaceutical environments where contamination prevention is a top priority.
Another advantage of IRINOX stainless steel electrical enclosures is the possibility they offer of being custom-designed to meet the specific needs of each company, including those in the pharmaceutical sector.
The enclosures can be configured according to the complexity of production processes, ensuring precise and reliable control over all equipment involved.
A case in point is IRINOX's collaboration with Partena, a company specialising in blister machines for the pharmaceutical sector.
Partena needed stainless steel electrical cabinets capable of withstanding rigorous cleaning processes, to be integrated on board their machinery, which would maintain the integrity of sensitive electronic components.
IRINOX supplied customised stainless steel electrical enclosures that not only met these requirements, but also integrated seamlessly into Partena's equipment, ensuring reliability and ease of maintenance.
This collaboration underlines IRINOX's ability to provide tailor-made solutions that meet the specific needs of pharmaceutical manufacturers.
Another significant example of IRINOX's experience in the pharmaceutical sector is its collaboration with Brevetti Angela, a company known for its BFS filling equipment that meets the stringent requirements of the pharma world.
Brevetti Angela needed electrical enclosures capable of meeting the strict hygiene standards required for its operations, where the slightest contamination could compromise product integrity.
IRINOX supplied hygienic terminal boxes and push button boxes, as well as compact cabinets and enclosures, designed to integrate seamlessly into the design of multiple customers' machines.
This collaboration not only improved the reliability of Brevetti Angela's machinery, but also ensured compliance with stringent industry regulations, demonstrating IRINOX's commitment to providing high quality, customised solutions.
