WO2002003001A1 - Bottle loading and unloading machine - Google Patents

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WO2002003001A1
WO2002003001A1 PCT/FR2000/002853 FR0002853W WO0203001A1 WO 2002003001 A1 WO2002003001 A1 WO 2002003001A1 FR 0002853 W FR0002853 W FR 0002853W WO 0203001 A1 WO0203001 A1 WO 0203001A1
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    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F26—DRYING
    • F26B—DRYING SOLID MATERIALS OR OBJECTS BY REMOVING LIQUID THEREFROM
    • F26B5/00—Drying solid materials or objects by processes not involving the application of heat
    • F26B5/04—Drying solid materials or objects by processes not involving the application of heat by evaporation or sublimation of moisture under reduced pressure, e.g. in a vacuum
    • F26B5/06—Drying solid materials or objects by processes not involving the application of heat by evaporation or sublimation of moisture under reduced pressure, e.g. in a vacuum the process involving freezing
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65G—TRANSPORT OR STORAGE DEVICES, e.g. CONVEYORS FOR LOADING OR TIPPING, SHOP CONVEYOR SYSTEMS OR PNEUMATIC TUBE CONVEYORS
    • B65G65/00—Loading or unloading
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F26—DRYING
    • F26B—DRYING SOLID MATERIALS OR OBJECTS BY REMOVING LIQUID THEREFROM
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  • the present invention relates to a machine for loading and unloading bottles.
  • the device according to the present invention aims to remedy this state of affairs. It allows automatic loading and unloading of the freeze dryer, each of these operations being carried out in two hours, which allows, in addition to very significant time and productivity savings, the elimination of risks of toxicity for humans .
  • It consists of a transfer-timing belt comprising a guide structure ensuring the placing in rows of the bottles, of a frame for transporting these from the loading-unloading machine to the shelves of the freeze-dryer and vice versa and a gripper capable of gripping and depositing a row of bottles in a single operation, the assembly being fully automated and provided with integrated computer supervision.
  • Figure 1 is a block diagram showing all the components of the installation
  • Figures 2 and 3 show, seen from the side, the transport frame equipped with the gripper, respectively in the position of loading and unloading of the bottles
  • Figure 4 shows on a different scale
  • FIG. 5 represents one of the gripper support arms, seen according to arrow F1 in FIG. 4
  • FIGS. 6 and 7 show the system actuating the gripper grippers, seen according to arrow F2 in Figure 5
  • FIGS. 1 to 7 consists of a loading-unloading machine 1 provided with an operator panel 2 and attached to the freeze-dryer 3, the assembly being in clean room 4.
  • the machine 1 is controlled by a box PLC 5 installed in technical room 6 and connected to the supervisor 7 and to the central PLC 8 of the installation, as well as to a printer 9 located in the control room 10.
  • the printer allows automatic edition of a journal grouping together information relating to each transfer cycle ( Figure 1).
  • the freeze dryer 3 has several stages and has a vertical translation mechanism allowing the loading and unloading operations to be carried out at a fixed height compatible with automatic loading.
  • the bottles 11 are loaded onto the various trays of the freeze-dryer, plugs 12 pressed at 50%, using an automatic mechanism of the machine 1, then removed in the same way, plugs pushed in completely.
  • the machine input-output movements constitute the link between the production line and machine 1. They can operate at different speeds.
  • the loading-unloading machine 1 can be moved manually in order to authorize the operation of the door of the freeze dryer 3. This movement involves the creation of an ablocage device linking the two devices geometrically and constantly, via civil engineering.
  • the bottles 11 will arrive at a constant altitude relative to the ground and in a manner compatible with automatic resumption.
  • the machine 1 can operate in manual mode or in automatic mode according to two cycles: loading or unloading of the bottles 11. It comprises the following elements:
  • a transfer-timing belt (not shown) comprising a module for extracting, transferring and placing in rows the bottles 11 circulating on the production line. It is equipped with a photoelectric counting cell, an end-of-row detection cell in position, a separation finger and a retractable edge with two position sensors.
  • This device is slaved in speed and position and includes an undercurrent brake.
  • a gripper 15 for taking and depositing a row of bottles 11.
  • the mobile parts of the machine 1 are enclosed in a removable stainless steel enclosure serving as confinement and physical protection of the movements of the loading-unloading system.
  • the transfer belt receives a manually interchangeable (or adjustable) guide structure according to the diameter of the bottles. It makes it possible to constitute a row of bottles aligned along the longitudinal axis of the transfer belt for it to be taken up by the gripper 15 (machine reference axis).
  • the guide opposite to the freeze dryer 3 will be retractable over about 1.20 m, to let the gripper pass.
  • the bottles 11 are separated in order to create an inter-bottle space allowing the counting to be carried out, then the separation between rows before gripping.
  • a photoelectric cell provides the detection function, a retractable finger controlled by an electromagnet ensuring the "row isolation" function.
  • the speed of the transfer belt can be the same as that of the downstream belt or slightly lower.
  • This mat is made using chains and a stainless steel structure, the support pads being made of teflon or similar material.
  • the transport frame 14 has a horizontal stroke allowing the transfer of the row of bottles from the transfer mat to the shelf
  • This transport frame mainly consists of:
  • a front cross member 18 ensuring on the one hand the connection between the two preceding beams and the interface with the gripper.
  • the external mechanical elements will be limited to the maximum, which will greatly facilitate the cleaning and sterilization of these elements.
  • This transport frame will be equipped at its front end with a device for interfacing with the gripper 15, a device allowing a rapid change of gripper according to the type of bottles.
  • the transport frame 14 and the mechanical parts of the grippers will be entirely made of stainless steel and teflon.
  • the gripper 15 is equipped with a number of pliers corresponding to the quantity of bottles contained in a row. These pliers, each intended to grip the head of a bottle 11, consist of two blades 19 with dropped edges, made of stainless steel, synchronized in their movements by tubular eccentrics 20 distributed over the width of the gripper 15 (approx. 1200 mm ) to avoid twisting moments (Figure 4).
  • the lifting action corresponding to the disengagement of the heads of the bottles 11 and to the transport thereof above the shelf 16, is obtained by two rods 21 arranged in the thicknesses of the support arms 22 of the gripper and causing the closure of the normally open blades 19.
  • the rods, each secured to one of the eccentrics 20, are provided with return springs 23 and actuated by cables 24 made of stainless steel passing over guide pulleys 25 and put in tension by an electromagnet 26 ( Figures 6 and 7).
  • a safety processing module is integrated in the program of the PLC box 5. It takes into account in particular the authorization of loading-unloading linked to the opening of your door of the freeze dryer 3 and to the movement of the shelves. This module is active during the execution of a cycle or of any command in manual mode, the loss of a safety causing the interruption of the cycle, the stopping of any movement in progress and the memorization of the stopping point for any subsequent resumption.

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The invention concerns a machine for loading and unloading bottles. Said machine is designed to handle and store glass bottles of pharmaceutical products in a multilevel freeze-dryer. Said equipment is operated in white room, a factor which determines its design as described below. It consists of a transfer-regulator belt comprising a guiding structure for arranging the bottles in rows, a frame transporting (14) the latter from the loading-unloading machine to the shelves (16) of the freeze-dryer and vice-versa and a gripping member (15) with clamps adapted to grip and set down a row of bottles (11) in one single operation, the assembly being entirely computerised and provided with an integrated computer supervision.

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MACHINE DE CHARGEMENT ET DECHARGEMENT DE FLACONS BOTTLE LOADING AND UNLOADING MACHINE
La présente invention a pour objet une machine de chargement et déchargement de flacons.The present invention relates to a machine for loading and unloading bottles.
Elle est destinée à réaliser la manutention et le rangement de flacons de produits pharmaceutiques en verre dans un lyophilisateur à plusieurs niveaux. Cet équipement évolue en salle blanche, ce qui détermine sa conception décrite ci-après.It is intended for handling and storing bottles of pharmaceutical glass products in a multi-level freeze dryer. This equipment evolves in a clean room, which determines its design described below.
Actuellement, le remplissage d'un lyophilisateur en salle blanche demande de un à trois jours et demande beaucoup de manipulations manuelles, parfois avec des produits très toxiques.Currently, filling a freeze dryer in a clean room takes one to three days and requires a lot of manual handling, sometimes with very toxic products.
Le dispositif selon la présente invention a pour objectif de remédier à cet état de choses. Il permet en effet un chargement et un déchargement automatisés du lyophilisateur, chacune de ces opérations s'effectuant en deux heures, ce qui permet, outre des gains de temps et de productivité très importants, l'élimination des risques de toxicité pour l'homme.The device according to the present invention aims to remedy this state of affairs. It allows automatic loading and unloading of the freeze dryer, each of these operations being carried out in two hours, which allows, in addition to very significant time and productivity savings, the elimination of risks of toxicity for humans .
Il est constitué d'un tapis de transfert-cadenceur comportant une structure de guidage assurant la mise en rangée des flacons, d'un cadre de transport de ceux-ci de la machine de chargement-déchargement vers les étagères du lyophilisateur et vice versa et d'un préhenseur à pinces apte à saisir et déposer une rangée de flacons en une seule opération, l'ensemble étant entièrement automatisé et pourvu d'une supervision intégrée informatique.It consists of a transfer-timing belt comprising a guide structure ensuring the placing in rows of the bottles, of a frame for transporting these from the loading-unloading machine to the shelves of the freeze-dryer and vice versa and a gripper capable of gripping and depositing a row of bottles in a single operation, the assembly being fully automated and provided with integrated computer supervision.
Sur les dessins schématiques annexés, donnés à titre d'exemple non limitatif d'une des formes de réalisation de l'objet de l'invention: la figure 1 est un synoptique montrant l'ensemble des constituants de l'installation, les figures 2 et 3 représentent, vu de côté, le cadre de transport équipé du préhenseur, respectivement en position de chargement et de déchargement des flacons, la figure 4 montre à une échelle différente, le système de pince du préhenseur, la figure 5 représente l'un des bras supports du préhenseur, vu suivant la flèche F1 de la figure 4 et les figures 6 et 7 montrent le système actionnant les pinces du préhenseur, vu suivant la flèche F2 de la figure 5In the appended schematic drawings, given by way of nonlimiting example of one of the embodiments of the subject of the invention: Figure 1 is a block diagram showing all the components of the installation, Figures 2 and 3 show, seen from the side, the transport frame equipped with the gripper, respectively in the position of loading and unloading of the bottles, Figure 4 shows on a different scale, the gripper gripper system, FIG. 5 represents one of the gripper support arms, seen according to arrow F1 in FIG. 4 and FIGS. 6 and 7 show the system actuating the gripper grippers, seen according to arrow F2 in Figure 5
Le dispositif, figures 1 à 7, est constitué d'une machine de chargement-déchargement 1 pourvue d'un panneau opérateur 2 et accolée au lyophilisateur 3, l'ensemble se trouvant en salle blanche 4. La machine 1 est pilotée par un coffret automate 5 installé en local technique 6 et relié au superviseur 7 et à l'automate central 8 de l'installation, ainsi qu'à une imprimante 9 situés en salle de contrôle 10. L'imprimante permet l'édition automatique d'un journal regroupant les informations relatives à chaque cycle de transfert (figure 1).The device, FIGS. 1 to 7, consists of a loading-unloading machine 1 provided with an operator panel 2 and attached to the freeze-dryer 3, the assembly being in clean room 4. The machine 1 is controlled by a box PLC 5 installed in technical room 6 and connected to the supervisor 7 and to the central PLC 8 of the installation, as well as to a printer 9 located in the control room 10. The printer allows automatic edition of a journal grouping together information relating to each transfer cycle (Figure 1).
Le lyophilisateur 3 possède plusieurs étages et dispose d'un mécanisme de translation verticale permettant de réaliser les opérations de chargement et de déchargement à une hauteur fixe compatible avec un chargement automatique.The freeze dryer 3 has several stages and has a vertical translation mechanism allowing the loading and unloading operations to be carried out at a fixed height compatible with automatic loading.
Les flacons 11 sont chargés sur les différents plateaux du lyophilisateur, bouchons 12 enfoncés à 50%, à l'aide d'un mécanisme automatique de la machine 1 , puis enlevés de la même façon, bouchons enfoncés complètement.The bottles 11 are loaded onto the various trays of the freeze-dryer, plugs 12 pressed at 50%, using an automatic mechanism of the machine 1, then removed in the same way, plugs pushed in completely.
Les mouvements d'entrée-sortie machine constituent la liaison entre la ligne de production et la machine 1. Ils peuvent fonctionner à des vitesse différentes.The machine input-output movements constitute the link between the production line and machine 1. They can operate at different speeds.
Après chaque opération, la machine de chargement-déchargement 1 peut être déplacée manuellement afin d'autoriser la manoeuvre de la porte du lyophilisateur 3. Ce déplacement implique la création d'un dispositif d'ablocage liant géométriquement et de façon constante les deux appareils, via le génie civil.After each operation, the loading-unloading machine 1 can be moved manually in order to authorize the operation of the door of the freeze dryer 3. This movement involves the creation of an ablocage device linking the two devices geometrically and constantly, via civil engineering.
L'arrivée des flacons 11 se fera à une altitude constante par rapport au sol et de manière compatible avec une reprise en automatique.The bottles 11 will arrive at a constant altitude relative to the ground and in a manner compatible with automatic resumption.
La machine 1 peut fonctionner en mode manuel ou en mode automatique selon deux cycles: chargement ou déchargement des flacons 11. Elle comporte les éléments suivants :The machine 1 can operate in manual mode or in automatic mode according to two cycles: loading or unloading of the bottles 11. It comprises the following elements:
- Un tapis de transfert-cadenceur (non représenté) comprenant un module d'extraction, de transfert et de mise en rangée des flacons 11 circulant sur la ligne de production. Il est muni d'une cellule de comptage photoélectrique, d'une cellule de détection de fin de rangée en position, d'un doigt de séparation et d'une rive escamotable avec deux capteurs de position.- A transfer-timing belt (not shown) comprising a module for extracting, transferring and placing in rows the bottles 11 circulating on the production line. It is equipped with a photoelectric counting cell, an end-of-row detection cell in position, a separation finger and a retractable edge with two position sensors.
- Un cadre de transport 14 des flacons de la machine 1 vers le lyophilisateur et vice versa, équipé de deux fin de course et d'un capteur de prise d'origine. Ce dispositif est asservi en vitesse et position et comporte un frein à manque de courant.- A transport frame 14 for the bottles from machine 1 to the freeze dryer and vice versa, equipped with two limit switches and a homing sensor. This device is slaved in speed and position and includes an undercurrent brake.
- Un préhenseur 15 de prise et dépose d'une rangée de flacons 11. Les parties mobiles de la machine 1 sont enfermées dans une enceinte démontable en acier inoxydable servant de confinement et de protection physique des mouvements du système de chargement-déchargement.- A gripper 15 for taking and depositing a row of bottles 11. The mobile parts of the machine 1 are enclosed in a removable stainless steel enclosure serving as confinement and physical protection of the movements of the loading-unloading system.
Le tapis de transfert reçoit une structure de guidage interchangeable (ou réglable) manuellement selon le diamètre des flacons. Elle permet de constituer une rangée de flacons alignés suivant l'axe longitudinal du tapis de transfert en vue de sa prise par le préhenseur 15 (axe de référence machine). Le guidage opposé au lyophilisateur 3 sera escamotable sur environ 1,20 m, pour laisser passer le préhenseur.The transfer belt receives a manually interchangeable (or adjustable) guide structure according to the diameter of the bottles. It makes it possible to constitute a row of bottles aligned along the longitudinal axis of the transfer belt for it to be taken up by the gripper 15 (machine reference axis). The guide opposite to the freeze dryer 3 will be retractable over about 1.20 m, to let the gripper pass.
En phase chargement, il est procédé à la séparation des flacons 11 afin de créer un espace inter-flacons permettant de réaliser le comptage, puis la séparation entre rangées avant préhension. Ces deux fonctions sont réunies sur un équipement appelé "cadenceur". Une cellule photo-électrique assure la fonction de détection, un doigt escamotable commandé par un électro-aimant assurant la fonction "isolation de rangées. En phase de déchargement, la vitesse du tapis de transfert peut être identique à celle du tapis aval ou légèrement inférieure.In the loading phase, the bottles 11 are separated in order to create an inter-bottle space allowing the counting to be carried out, then the separation between rows before gripping. These two functions are combined on a piece of equipment called a "timer". A photoelectric cell provides the detection function, a retractable finger controlled by an electromagnet ensuring the "row isolation" function. During the unloading phase, the speed of the transfer belt can be the same as that of the downstream belt or slightly lower.
Ce tapis est réalisé à l'aide de chaînes et d'une structure en acier inoxydable, les patins de supportage étant en teflon ou matériau similaire.This mat is made using chains and a stainless steel structure, the support pads being made of teflon or similar material.
Le cadre de transport 14 est doté d'une course horizontale permettant le transfert de la rangée de flacons du tapis de transfert, vers l'étagèreThe transport frame 14 has a horizontal stroke allowing the transfer of the row of bottles from the transfer mat to the shelf
16 du lyophilisateur 3, et d'une course verticale permettant d'une part d'escamoter la nouvelle rangée en cours de création (95% de la course) et, d'autre part, de déposer les flacons sur les étagères 16 (5% de la course).16 of the freeze dryer 3, and a vertical stroke allowing on the one hand to retract the new row being created (95% of the stroke) and, on the other hand, to deposit the bottles on the shelves 16 (5 % of the stroke).
Ce cadre de transport est constitué principalement de :This transport frame mainly consists of:
- deux poutres tubulaires 17 rondes de forte section compatible avec l'espace libre entre 2 étagères,- two tubular beams 17 round of large section compatible with the free space between 2 shelves,
- d'un dispositif mécanique de propulsion intégré dans les deux poutres précédentes (vérins électriques),- a mechanical propulsion device integrated in the two previous beams (electric cylinders),
- d'une traverse avant 18 assurant d'une part la liaison entre les deux poutres précédentes et l'interface avec le préhenseur.- A front cross member 18 ensuring on the one hand the connection between the two preceding beams and the interface with the gripper.
De par cette conception, les éléments mécaniques extérieurs seront limités au maximum, ce qui facilitera grandement le nettoyage et la stérilisation de ces éléments.By this design, the external mechanical elements will be limited to the maximum, which will greatly facilitate the cleaning and sterilization of these elements.
Ce cadre de transport sera équipé à son extrémité avant d'un dispositif d'interface avec le préhenseur 15, dispositif permettant un changement rapide de préhenseur en fonction du type de flacons.This transport frame will be equipped at its front end with a device for interfacing with the gripper 15, a device allowing a rapid change of gripper according to the type of bottles.
Le cadre de transport 14 et les parties mécaniques des préhenseurs seront entièrement réalisés en acier inoxydable et en teflon.The transport frame 14 and the mechanical parts of the grippers will be entirely made of stainless steel and teflon.
Le préhenseur 15 est équipé d'un nombre de pinces correspondant à la quantité de flacons contenus dans une rangée. Ces pinces, destinées à saisir chacune la tête d'un flacon 11 , sont constituée de deux lames 19 à bords tombés, en acier inoxydable, synchronisées dans leurs mouvements par des excentriques 20 tubulaires répartis sur la largeur du préhenseur 15 (env. 1200 mm) afin d'éviter les moments de vrillage (figure 4).The gripper 15 is equipped with a number of pliers corresponding to the quantity of bottles contained in a row. These pliers, each intended to grip the head of a bottle 11, consist of two blades 19 with dropped edges, made of stainless steel, synchronized in their movements by tubular eccentrics 20 distributed over the width of the gripper 15 (approx. 1200 mm ) to avoid twisting moments (Figure 4).
L'action de levage correspondant au dégagement des têtes des flacons 11 et au transport ce ceux-ci au-dessus de l'étagère 16, est obtenue par deux biellettes 21 disposées dans ('épaisseurs des bras supports 22 du préhenseur et provoquant la fermeture des lames 19 normalement ouvertes. Les biellettes, solidaires chacune de l'un des excentriques 20, sont pourvue de ressorts de rappel 23 et actionnées par des câbles 24 en acier inoxydable passant sur des poulies guides 25 et mis en traction par un électro-aimant 26 (figures 6 et 7).The lifting action corresponding to the disengagement of the heads of the bottles 11 and to the transport thereof above the shelf 16, is obtained by two rods 21 arranged in the thicknesses of the support arms 22 of the gripper and causing the closure of the normally open blades 19. The rods, each secured to one of the eccentrics 20, are provided with return springs 23 and actuated by cables 24 made of stainless steel passing over guide pulleys 25 and put in tension by an electromagnet 26 (Figures 6 and 7).
Un module de traitement des sécurités est intégré dans le programme du coffret automate 5. Il prend notamment en compte l'autorisation de chargement-déchargement liée à l'ouverture de ta porte du lyophilisateur 3 et aux mouvement des étagères. Ce module est actif pendant l'exécution d'un cycle ou de toute commande en mode manuel, la perte d'une sécurité engendrant l'interruption du cycle, l'arrêt de tout mouvement en cours et la mémorisation du point d'arrêt pour toute reprise ultérieure.A safety processing module is integrated in the program of the PLC box 5. It takes into account in particular the authorization of loading-unloading linked to the opening of your door of the freeze dryer 3 and to the movement of the shelves. This module is active during the execution of a cycle or of any command in manual mode, the loss of a safety causing the interruption of the cycle, the stopping of any movement in progress and the memorization of the stopping point for any subsequent resumption.
Le positionnement des divers éléments constitutifs donne à l'objet de l'invention un maximum d'effets utiles qui n'avaient pas été, à ce jour, obtenus par des dispositifs similaires. The positioning of the various constituent elements gives the object of the invention a maximum of useful effects which had not, to date, been obtained by similar devices.

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1 °. Machine de chargement et déchargement de flacons, destinée à réaliser la manutention et le rangement de flacons de produits pharmaceutiques en verre dans un lyophilisateur à plusieurs niveaux, caractérisée par la combinaison d'un tapis de transfert-cadenceur comportant une structure de guidage assurant la mise en rangée des flacons (11), d'un cadre de transport (14) desdits flacons depuis la machine (1) de chargement-déchargement vers les étagères (16) du lyophilisateur (3) et vice versa, et d'un préhenseur (15) à pinces apte à saisir et déposer une rangée de flacons (11) en une seule opération, l'ensemble étant entièrement automatisé et pourvu d'une supervision intégrée informatique.1 °. Machine for loading and unloading vials, intended to carry out the handling and storage of vials of glass pharmaceutical products in a multi-level freeze dryer, characterized by the combination of a transfer-timing belt comprising a guide structure ensuring the setting in row of the bottles (11), of a transport frame (14) of said bottles from the loading-unloading machine (1) to the shelves (16) of the freeze-dryer (3) and vice versa, and of a gripper ( 15) with grippers capable of gripping and depositing a row of bottles (11) in a single operation, the assembly being entirely automated and provided with integrated computer supervision.
2°. Machine selon la revendication 1 , se caractérisant par le fait que le préhenseur (15) est équipé d'un nombre de pinces correspondant à la quantité de flacons contenus dans une rangée, chaque pince étant agencée pour saisir la tête d'un flacon (11), et étant constituée de deux lames (19) à bords tombés en acier inoxydable, synchronisées dans leurs mouvements par des excentriques (20) tubulaires répartis sur la largeur du préhenseur (15).2 °. Machine according to claim 1, characterized in that the gripper (15) is equipped with a number of grippers corresponding to the quantity of bottles contained in a row, each gripper being arranged to grip the head of a bottle (11 ), and consisting of two blades (19) with fallen edges made of stainless steel, synchronized in their movements by tubular eccentrics (20) distributed over the width of the gripper (15).
3°. Machine selon la revendication 2, se caractérisant par le fait que le serrage des pinces est obtenu par deux biellettes (21) disposées dans les bras supports (22) du préhenseur (15) et provoquant la fermeture des lames (19) normalement ouvertes, lesdites biellettes, solidaires chacune de l'un des excentriques 20, étant pourvue de ressorts de rappel (23) et actionnées par des câbles (24) en acier inoxydable passant sur des poulies guides (25) et mis en traction par un électro-aimant (26).3 °. Machine according to claim 2, characterized in that the clamping of the clamps is obtained by two rods (21) arranged in the support arms (22) of the gripper (15) and causing the closing of the blades (19) normally open, said rods, each secured to one of the eccentrics 20, being provided with return springs (23) and actuated by cables (24) made of stainless steel passing over guide pulleys (25) and put in traction by an electromagnet ( 26).
4°. Machine selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, se caractérisant par le fait que le cadre de transport 14) comporte à son extrémité avant une interface avec le préhenseur (15) permettant un changement rapide de préhenseur en fonction du type de flacons (11). 5°. Machine selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, se caractérisant par le fait que le cadre de transport 14) est constitué de deux poutres tubulaires (17) intégrant dispositif mécanique de propulsion tel que vérins électriques, et reliées par une traverse avant (18) le préhenseur (15),4 °. Machine according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the transport frame 14) has at its front end an interface with the gripper (15) allowing a rapid change of gripper according to the type of bottles (11) . 5 °. Machine according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the transport frame 14) consists of two tubular beams (17) integrating mechanical propulsion device such as electric cylinders, and connected by a front crossmember (18) the gripper (15),
6°. Machine selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, se caractérisant par le fait que le cadre de transport (14) est doté d'une course horizontale permettant le transfert de la rangée de flacons (11) du tapis de transfert vers une étagère (16) du lyophilisateur (3), et d'une course verticale permettant de passer au-dessus de la nouvelle rangée en cours de création et de déposer les flacons sur les étagères (16) du lyophilisateur (3).6 °. Machine according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the transport frame (14) is provided with a horizontal stroke allowing the transfer of the row of bottles (11) from the transfer mat to a shelf (16 ) of the freeze dryer (3), and a vertical stroke allowing to pass over the new row being created and to place the bottles on the shelves (16) of the freeze dryer (3).
7°. Machine selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, se caractérisant par le fait que le tapis de transfert est équipé d'une structure de guidage interchangeable, ou réglable, selon le diamètre des flacons (11), agencée pour constituer une rangée de flacons alignés suivant l'axe longitudinal dudit tapis de transfert en vue de sa prise par le préhenseur (15).7 °. Machine according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the transfer belt is equipped with an interchangeable or adjustable guide structure, depending on the diameter of the bottles (11), arranged to constitute a row of aligned bottles along the longitudinal axis of said transfer mat for taking up by the gripper (15).
8°. Machine selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, se caractérisant par le fait que ses parties mobiles sont enfermées dans une enceinte démontable en acier inoxydable servant de confinement et de protection physique des mouvements du système de chargement-déchargement.8 °. Machine according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that its moving parts are enclosed in a removable stainless steel enclosure serving as confinement and physical protection of the movements of the loading-unloading system.
9°. Machine selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, se caractérisant par le fait qu'elle peut être déplacée manuellement après chaque opération de chargement-déchargement 1 afin d'autoriser la manoeuvre de la porte du lyophilisateur (3).9 °. Machine according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it can be moved manually after each loading-unloading operation 1 in order to authorize the operation of the door of the freeze dryer (3).
10°. Machine selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, se caractérisant par le fait qu'elle est accolée au lyophilisateur (3) et pourvue d'un panneau opérateur (2), son pilotage étant assuré par un coffret automate (5) installé en local technique (6) et relié au superviseur (7) et à l'automate central (8) de l'installation, ainsi qu'à une imprimante (9) situés en salle de contrôle (10), ladite imprimante étant destinée à permettre l'édition automatique d'un journal regroupant les informations relatives à chaque cycle de transfert de flacons (11). 10 °. Machine according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it is attached to the freeze-dryer (3) and provided with an operator panel (2), its control being ensured by an automated box (5) installed locally technical (6) and connected to the supervisor (7) and the central controller (8) of the installation, as well as to a printer (9) located in the control room (10), said printer being intended to allow the automatic edition of a journal gathering the information relating to each transfer cycle of vials (11).
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