Macofar

M a c o fa r WM 8 0 0 0
Wa s h i n g M a c h i n e s
 WM 8000
Washi n g M a c h i n e s

The Macofar WM 8000 series of automatic washing machine operates on

the intermittent motion principle. High performance and flexibility are the
underlying principles of this balcony-design machine. The high performance
transport system ensures precise and smooth handling of cylindrical
containers even those of unstable design. Flexible, programmable washing
cycles afford a thorough cleaning process that is easy to validate. Washing
machines can be easily integrated in various production lines such as
Macofar aseptic filling lines for powders and liquids.

Transport grippers

Macofar washing machines handle vials and ampoules through a special

 system of universal transport grippers, which ensure delicate but efficient
holding even of difficult containers and which does not require any size
changeover even in the case of different diameters for both vials and ampoules.
Transport grippers
 Main Features Key Benefits

• Internal and external washing of containers by means of co-axial nozzles • Special external jet nozzles
that allow combination of water and air
• Co-axial inner jet nozzles (patented)
• Pre-washing of containers with ultra-sonic bath; completely removable
• External nozzles move downwards to wash
to be easily sterilized with the transducers remaining inside the tank
the whole external surface of the containers
• Automatic discharge unit at the end of washing
• Pre-washing through ultrasonic bath, tank
• Sterilization of washing circuit with fluent steam is integral part of machine structure
• Spray siliconizing station • Automatic elimination of possible laid down
vials (90°)
• Washing cycle program highly flexible and customizable
• Automatic trapping of reversed vials (180°)
• Physical separation of each row of vials
before lifting phase to washing cycle
• Optional siliconization of containers at the
end of the cycle
• All water tanks can be located inside the
machine frame. All pumps, filters, piping,
mechanic components located on the back
of the machine, easy accessible through
transparent guards
• Positive, guided discharge of containers
either onto a tray or directly to tunnel
infeed conveyor
• Universal transport gripper system for both
vials and ampoules
• Balcony-design

WM 8000
Grippers
 Vial separation and uploading
Washing cycle
Standard washing cycle

The washing process is carried out in each station

by means of a set of two special outer jet nozzles
and a set of inner jet nozzles, that move upwards
Nozzles with lateral slots

into the containers, to be washed. External jet

nozzles remain stationary throughout.

Washing cycle with co-axial needles

(optional)

The washing process is carried out in each station

by means of a set of special outer jet nozzles and
a set of co-axial inner jet nozzles (patent pending
on co-axial circuits and nozzles). The inner jet
Washing nozzles move upwards and enter into the
containers while the outer nozzles move down-
wards to wash the whole external surface of the
containers. The jetting cycle can be customized
Vial transport

from the control panel to optimize its perfor-

mance in accordance with the container’s shape
and dimensions. The washing cycle consists of
8 stations which can be increased to up to 9
upon request (additional washing or drying or
siliconisation).
Standard nozzles


Nozzles with lateral slots
Demineralized water
Distilled water
Compressed air

Mechanical pump

Cleaning filter

Pressure switch

Electro valve


 Full aseptic
line competence
Built on Macofar’s early reputation as an expert in aseptic powder handling by developing a range of
equipment to complement its superb microdosing machines, Macofar is now a recognized global
supplier of technologically advanced and highly innovative aseptic lines for both solids and liquids.
Macofar does not only offer a machine, but full lines for aseptic filling. We can offer lines including
washers for vials and ampoules, sterilizing tunnels, filling and dosing equipment for both liquids and
powders as well as capping machines. And to complete the line, we can also offer cartoners and case
packers.
Romaco is your single source supplier for fully customized, state of the art aseptic lines. Starting from
the first project meeting, integration into existing equipment, set up, training qualification, validation
and service Romaco is your partner.

1 2 3a

1 Washer 2 Depyrogenation Tunnel 3a Powder Dosing Micro 9/18

Macofar automatic washing machines, which have a Macofar depyrogenation tunnels are designed to Macofar offers a range of intermittent motion
mechanical speed of between 9.000 and 24.000 ­sterilize and depyrogenate ampoules, vials, bottles machines, with mechanical speeds of 9.000 and
vials/ampoules per hour, handle vials and/or and other glass containers based on the laminar flow 18.000 vials per hour, featuring volumetric vacuum/
ampoules through a unique system of universal grip- principle using hot sterile air (max. 340 °C). pressure dosage for filling sterile antibiotic powders
pers to ensure stable, reliable and efficient transport into round glass vials closed by rubber stopper.
of cylindrical containers. The key features of the
balcony design machine includes separated working
and mechanical areas, modular washing cycles and
self draining washing circuits.
 3b

4 5

3b Liquid Filling VF 18 4 Capping Machine 5 Cartoning Machine

(alternative to powder dosing machine) The automatic continuous motion capping machine With speeds up to 400 cartons per minute Promatic
Macofar offers an aseptic liquid filling machine with offers a mechanical speeds up to 10.000 and 24.000 cartoners deliver optimum performance and versatility.
speeds up to 18.000 vials per hour. This slim design vials per hour. The range of capping machines is suit- In combination with the Promatic case packers, this is
machine features outstanding performance and able to close cylindrical glass or plastic containers the perfect solution for secondary packaging.
­reliability and is the benchmark in aseptic liquid with simply flanged alu-caps with or without plastic
­filling. cover (FLIP-OFF), pilfer-proof caps, press-on plugs or
screw caps (with proper equipment).
 technical data subject to modification
WM 8000

MAC_EN_WM_0408 © 2008 Romaco

Key Technical Data
WM 8200 WM 8300 WM 8400/16 WM 8400/8
Cleaning station 9 9 9 9
Containers per row 8 12 16 8
Max. output/h 12.000 18.000 24.000 12.000
Container diameter, in mm 52 52 25.4 52
Container height, in mm 150 150 150 150
Container height, in mm (with ultrasonic tank) 120 120 120 120
Distilled water pressure, in bar 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5
Air pressure, in bar 5 5 5 5
Rated power, in bar 15 15 16 16
Rated power with ultrasonic tank, in kW 25.3 25.3 25.3 25.3
A, in mm 2.145 2.145 2.145 2.145
B, in mm 2.995 2.995 2.995 2.995
C, in mm 1.850 1.850 1.850 1.850
Net weight, in kg 2.400 2.400 2.400 2.400
Note: consumption values are defined on the basis of container dimensions and machine model.

Pharmaceutical expertise

Romaco Macofar has built its reputation in supplier of capsule fillers, liquid fillers, powder Macofar is the expert partner to assist any phar-
over 30 years of outstanding performance, microdosing machines, powder macrodosing maceutical company in the process of installing
with over 1.800 installations worldwide machines, aseptic liquid fillers, vial and am- a new aseptic filling line, from feasibility study to
and an exceptional record in service and poules washing machines as well as sterilization validation. Our Romaco Macofar team is looking
support. Macofar is a recognized global tunnels. forward to the next challenge.

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