Food and pharma industry
Artisanal cannery
Automation of a fleet of autoclaves
For a smoother and safer production process
As an industrial operation expands and the number of autoclaves increases, manual loading and unloading operations quickly become a bottleneck. Waiting times and physical strain are hidden costs that should be avoided.
Steritech turns this challenge into a driver of performance.
We design and integrate automated autoclave lines tailored to your production requirements and our clients’ product quality, safety, and performance objectives.
Our solutions secure and accelerate workflows by optimizing:
- Loading and unloading autoclaves (using a robotic system, shuttle, etc.);
- Seamless communication with equipment upstream and downstream of the autoclave facility;
Whether for a new installation or for to modernize an existing line, we can intervene as integrator and technical coordinator to supervise your entire autoclave line.
Autoclave line automation tailored to your needs
Every production line is unique. That is why we offer different levels of automation depending on:
- production volume
- the weight of the loads being handled
- ergonomic constraints
- of the investment budget
- needs related to monitoring and collecting production data.
Semi-automated solutions
Semi-automated production lines still require some human intervention while significantly reducing the physical strain of the operations.
Real-world application: An operator loads the products into baskets or onto racks. An automated system (shuttle) then transports the filled baskets to the autoclave.
This more cost-effective solution is ideally suited for medium-volume production and can facilitate a gradual transition toward the full automation of an autoclave line.
Fully automated lines
They handle all operations, from loading to the release of processed products, which may include palletizing or labeling the products.
Real-world application: Arobotic system ensures the precise handling of products, their placement in baskets or on racks, and the stacking of the racks. An automated system (shuttle) then transports the baskets or stacks of racks to the autoclave. The same process applies to unloading.
The main objective is to achieve maximum productivity and consistent processes without ever compromising on safety or product quality.
Our role as an autoclave line integrator
Automation and communication between devices
We oversee and coordinate all loading and unloading equipment for a fleet of autoclaves (conveyors, stackers, handling robots, transfer systems, and peripheral equipment).
A single point of contact for greater peace of mind
Depending on your needs, we can:
- We’ll handle a specific part of your autoclave line automation project and work closely with your service providers. This way, you remain the primary coordinator.
- We provide a comprehensive, turnkey solution and coordinate all personnel and equipment. This gives you a single point of contact who ensures the technical consistency and overall performance of your production line.
The benefits of automating autoclave lines
When production rates increase or the loads being handled become heavy, automation can significantly improve the organization and safety of operations.
Performance Optimization
Automation increases production rates and throughput, thereby helping to improve the overall performance of your autoclave lines
Operator Safety
Automation makes it possible to:
- reduce the physical strain associated with strenuous, repetitive handling tasks and heavy loads
- reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs)
- improve operational safety by reducing manual handling
Cost Control
Automating production lines helps reduce operating costs over the long term by optimizing resource utilization
Traceability
Custom-built and configured to meet specific requirements, our automated autoclave lines ensure improved traceability and production monitoring
Integrity of your products
Automation guarantees reproducible and precisely controlled cycles, ensuring consistent quality of the processed products
Do you have a project to automate an autoclave line?
Whether you want to automate an existing line or design a new facility, our teams will support you every step of the way, from the feasibility study through integration and commissioning.
