Company profile
The client company is a leading player in pharmaceutical manufacturing with over 25 years’ experience in the production of active ingredients and highly complex finished products. The Swiss plant is equipped with high-tech production lines and an in-house industrial wastewater treatment system designed to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards. In this context, the management of process wastewater is a critical phase in ensuring safety, production efficiency and environmental sustainability. The choice of a reliable process wastewater pump resistant to aggressive fluids was therefore a key element in the plant’s design.
- CLIENTAn integrated pharmaceutical company specialising in the production of active ingredients and highly complex finished products, with a focus on quality, safety and the sustainability of industrial processes.
- INDUSTRYPharmaceutical and fine chemical manufacturing, with a focus on highly complex processes, process wastewater management and the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients and finished products compliant with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards.
- SOLUTIONALU double-diaphragm pump
- MODELBOXER 90
Application of the Boxer 90 pharmaceutical process wastewater pump
The Boxer 90 wastewater pump has been installed to manage and transfer process wastewater from the production cells to intermediate collection tanks and, subsequently, to the plant’s centralised treatment facility.
The system is designed to handle variable flow rates ranging from 1,000 to 3,000 litres per hour, processing fluids with viscosities up to 250 cP and containing sediments or solid particles resulting from the production stages. The application involves repeated operating cycles across multiple shifts, requiring constant continuity and reliability.
The double-diaphragm technology enables the pump to maintain stability and flow control even in the event of sudden changes in flow rate or load, ensuring a smooth and safe transfer to the treatment system without compromising the overall efficiency of the plant.
Use of the wastewater pump
In the production context, the wastewater pump operates for approximately 32 hours per week, spread across four daily shifts, supporting wastewater collection cycles from 10 to 15 production cells. The aluminium construction and PTFE diaphragms ensure corrosion resistance and a long service life, with routine maintenance reduced to servicing every 6–8 weeks.
Process waste water pump: why the BOXER 90?
The company required a solution capable of:
- Transfer aggressive effluent containing solid particles without interruption
- Operate in complete safety for operators, reducing the risk of leaks or contamination
- Ensure process continuity even in the event of variations in flow rate or viscosity
- Integrate into the existing treatment system without the need for major structural modifications
Results and customer satisfaction
The installation of the Boxer 90 has led to a significant improvement in wastewater management:
- The flow is now stable and controlled, reducing interruptions in production cycles
- Maintenance times have been reduced by 40% compared to the previous system
- Operational reliability has increased, with zero unscheduled stoppages in the first six months of use
- Staff safety has improved thanks to the pneumatic design, eliminating contact with electrical components
- The continuity of transfers has enabled more efficient wastewater recovery, supporting sustainable water management within the plant
