Glatt Coater 35 project (Electrical and Mechanical Upgrade) GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) Pharma

Glatt Coater 35 project (Electrical and Mechanical Upgrade)

Technical Specifications

ClientGSK Pharma
Project CodeS16482
CountryEgypt
IndustryPharma
Scope of Work
Documentation Wiring diagram Panel building (Power & Control) Upgrade flow control from Flap to Inverter SCADA Audit trail Safety circuits Commissioning
Main Contractor
EISAC AUTOMATION

Project Overview

GSK Pharma Egypt — Glatt Coater 35 Electrical & Mechanical Upgrade

The Glatt Coater 35 Upgrade Project was executed at the manufacturing facility of GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) Pharma Egypt, aiming to modernize and enhance the operational performance, reliability, and compliance level of the existing tablet coating system.

The project focused on the comprehensive electrical and mechanical refurbishment of the Glatt GmbH Coater 35, a critical production unit used in pharmaceutical solid dosage coating processes.

Project Scope

1. Electrical Upgrade

  • Replacement and modernization of electrical panels and power distribution components.
  • Upgrade of control architecture to improve system stability and maintainability.
  • Integration of updated PLC control systems and HMI interfaces.
  • Rewiring and optimization of field instrumentation and sensors.
  • Enhancement of safety circuits in compliance with pharmaceutical GMP and industrial safety standards.
  • Improved automation logic for coating process control and repeatability.

2. Mechanical Upgrade

  • Refurbishment of mechanical assemblies including drive systems and rotating components.
  • Replacement of worn mechanical parts affecting coating uniformity and machine efficiency.
  • Optimization of airflow and exhaust systems supporting coating performance.
  • Preventive maintenance actions to extend equipment lifecycle and reduce downtime.

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