Revolutionizing autoinjector assembly with SHL’s Semi-Modular Automatic Robot Track
SHL Medical is excited to announce the publication of its latest article in World Pharmaceutical Frontiers, featuring its innovative Semi-Modular Automatic Robot Track, or SMART. The article takes a closer look on SHL’s SMART system and its role in addressing the increasing demand for high-mix/low-volume production while maintaining the flexibility and efficiency that modern drug development requires.
SMART combines the versatility of manual processes with the efficiency and reliability of automated systems, making it possible to produce smaller batches without compromising on quality or speed. Capable of reaching an annual capacity of 7.5-10 million devices while requiring two or three times less labor than manual assembly setups, SMART can be adapted to assemble various devices, such as SHL’s Molly® and Molly 2.25 mL autoinjectors, all on the same equipment.
Some of the key features highlighted in the article include SMART’s modular design, which allows for quick project changeovers, and its six-axis robots that enable precise and flexible motions. The article also discusses the benefits of SMART’s software and data control system – built on SHL’s extensive experience in automation – in ensuring consistent and transferable data across different projects.
SMART’s success in supporting the assembly of a newly launched combination product for atopic disorders, offers a promising look into the system’s potential to transform the injection device manufacturing landscape.
