Automated Visual Inspection
Parenteral drug products are required to be 100% visually inspected. As each product and its packaging define their specific inspection task, standardized inspection setups may lead to a high level of false rejects and underperforming visual inspection. A highly customized solution, in contrast, provides the opportunity to significantly improve detection rates and to reduce false reject rates.
VISION CAV 600
The automated visual inspection platform VISION CAV is designed for a customized, fully-automated inspection of particles and cosmetic defects of vials with liquid or lyophilized products.
Static optical path OptiX
Maximum inspection process reliability due to reduction of vibrations within the inspection system. No operator adjustments during format change on cameras or light are required and therewith prevents miss alignments.
Customized inspection setup
The selection of inspection algorithms is project specific and therefore reaching maximum detection rates. The inspection platform provides scalable processing units and allows simple upgrade to new inspection tasks.
Machine design acc. GMP
The inspection platform is designed for simple cleaning and a fast overall changeover between formats. Additionally critical components such as cameras are protected from dust and environmental conditions.
The vision machine combines solid and proven mechanical engineering according to GMP standards with the latest digital inspection technology.
Container transportation system
The vial transportation system was designed to gently transport the test samples through the inspection stations with the goal of reducing bubble creation and vibrations that might impact the inspection result.
Cosmetic and particle inspection
The cosmetic inspection stations provide container rotation of 360° checking for cracks, scratches and other defects on the container and closure.
Particulates are inspected using image subtraction and corresponding algorithms.
Customized configuration of camera stations
High-resolution image sequences are recorded by several camera stations. Spinning profiles may be adjusted for different particle characteristics such as floating, or heavy particles. Additional camera stations allow for inspection of geometric measurements and detection of discoloration.
Features
- Machine design in accordance with GMP requirements
- Protection of cameras from particles in environment
- Vacuum gripper system for smooth vial handling
- Up to 13 inspection stations
- Servo-driven spinning stations for rotation of objects
- Monitoring of critical parameters like spinning und lighting
- Scalability of image processing units
- Optical path covers complete format range
- Configurable sorting module with up to 8 outlets
- Latest standard industry vision components
EVO CAX 20
The automated visual inspection platform EVO is designed for inspection of high mix / low volume pharmaceutical products, the EVO CAX 20 inspects vials fully automated on the smallest possible footprint. This solution will bring your small-scale output per operator to a new level and increase the flexibility for your production planning. A system designed for clinical and small-scale production environments independent from operator performance.
Small footprint
Able to operate in minimal space. Move your EVO CAX into and around your building without hassle.
Highest flexibility
For liquid and lyo vials, 2R - 30R with all filling levels. Change your product in an instant.
Quick format change
With WILCO OptiX fixed vision system, never adjust your setup again for a format change.
Fast recipe development cycles
Equipped with a broad range of product configurations from the get-go. Use our AI supported baselines to quickly develop new product recipes.
The EVO CAX 20 is engineered specifically for high mix/low volume pharmaceutical production environments, offering a fully automated inspection system for vials within the most compact footprint available. Designed to maximize production output per operator, this system enhances production planning flexibility and is perfect for clinical and small-scale production settings where operator independence is crucial.
Addressing Industry Challenges
The pharmaceutical industry faces significant hurdles with batch variability, extended intervals between batches, and frequent requalification requirements for Manual Visual Inspection (MVI) operators. These challenges are exacerbated by staffing shortages and the critical need for consistent inspection quality. The EVO CAX provides a solution that manages small batches efficiently and maintains consistent quality over time without relying on qualified inspection operators.
Advanced Technology Integration
By integrating the WILCO OptiX vision system and leveraging AI-supported baselines, the EVO CAX removes the need for frequent manual adjustments and accelerates the pace of recipe development. This approach not only matches but exceeds the capabilities of manual inspection methods with faster, more reliable technologies.
Scalable and Efficient Inspection System
The EVO CAX 20 system redefines visual inspection capabilities with its compact design, accommodating a diverse range of vial sizes and speeds of up to 20 vials per minute per system. It enables one operator to run up to four systems to form a production fleet that can be scaled according to production requirements.
Revolutionizing Pharmaceutical Inspection with Precision
The EVO CAX introduces unparalleled capabilities in pharmaceutical inspection by ensuring reproducible, operator-independent results that enhance inspection quality consistently across batches. With its unique "Human-Inspired" handling system, the EVO CAX guarantees gentle and controlled product transportation, simulating careful manual processes with the precision of automated technology. This approach not only preserves the integrity of sensitive pharmaceutical products but also ensures a controlled and secure handling.
Offering an exceptional throughput per footprint, the system sets new industry standards for efficient space utilization while maintaining high performance. The EVO CAX supports a broad range of vial sizes with its extensive format capabilities and predefined recipes, allowing for quick and easy product changes without the downtime typically required for reconfiguration.
This flexibility and efficiency make the EVO CAX 20 a revolutionary solution in the field, providing unmatched efficiency and flexibility in pharmaceutical visual inspection.
Features
- 100% visual inspection for 2R – 30R liquid and lyo vials
- Fully integrated color and turbidity measurement
- Stopper inspection
- OptiX - static optical path
- 4 times faster than MVI, up to the real-life speed of S-AVI
- Superior image quality, compared to high-speed inspection
- Fleet concept, cale your production to your needs
- Machine design according GMP guidelines
- Combination with other inspection technologies newly developed technologies
- OMNIA digital data platform for visualization & trending
- Standardized system, compliant for all regional requirements
- Offline pre-parametrization of future products
- Safe and comfortable loading and unloading, operator centered handling
- Exceptional visibility and access to all relevant system components with a hatched panel
