Storage and Distribution System
♦ Main Application:
Storage and Distribution System
A pharmaceutical water purification storage and distribution system ensures a continuous supply of high-purity water for production.
Storage and Distribution System
A pharmaceutical water purification storage and distribution system ensures a continuous supply of high-purity water for production.
Description:
The storage tank, typically made of SS316L stainless steel, has a volume ranging from 500L to 10,000L, depending on demand. It features a hydrophobic vent filter, spray ball for cleaning, and insulation for temperature control. The distribution system consists of orbital-welded stainless-steel piping (≤0.4µm Ra finish) and sanitary diaphragm valves to prevent contamination. A continuous recirculation loop maintains water quality by preventing stagnation. Disinfection methods include periodic hot water (80-85°C) or pure steam sterilization, as well as chemical sanitization with ozone or peracetic acid. Real-time monitoring of conductivity, TOC, and microbial levels ensures compliance with USP, EP, and cGMP standards. This system guarantees a reliable, high-quality water supply for pharmaceutical applications such as formulation, cleaning, and sterilization.
Composition:
Storage Tanks: Made of high-grade stainless steel (typically SS316L) with sanitary finishes, these tanks store purified water while minimizing contamination risks. They often include features like vent filters, level sensors, and spray balls for CIP (Clean-in-Place) systems.
Distribution Loop: A closed-loop system that circulates purified water throughout the facility, ensuring it remains within specification until it reaches the point of use. This loop is typically constructed from sanitary stainless steel piping with orbital welding to prevent contamination.
Pumps: Sanitary pumps with low shear designs are used to circulate water through the distribution loop without compromising its quality.
Filtration Units: Final filters are installed before critical points of use to remove any potential contaminants that might have entered the system.
Control Systems: Automated control panels equipped with PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) manage the system’s operation, monitoring parameters like flow rate, pressure, temperature, and conductivity.
High Purity Maintenance: The system is designed to maintain the purity of the water by preventing microbial growth and contamination. It often includes UV sterilizers or ozone systems for periodic sanitization.
Continuous Circulation: The distribution loop ensures continuous water movement, preventing stagnation, which could lead to microbial growth or biofilm formation.
Temperature Control: The system is equipped to maintain water at a specified temperature, critical for processes requiring temperature-sensitive water.
Parameters
Flow Rate: Customizable based on facility needs, with typical systems supporting a range from a few liters per minute to several hundred liters per minute.
Pressure: The system is designed to maintain stable pressure throughout the distribution loop, generally between 2-6 bar, depending on the process requirements.
Conductivity: Monitored to ensure water quality, with typical values maintained below 1.3 µS/cm (depending on the purity requirements).
Temperature: The system can maintain water at controlled temperatures, often in the range of 20-85°C, depending on the specific pharmaceutical process needs.)
