Technology Partnership An Essence For Pharma Industry

B&R Industrial Automation partners with various pharma machine builders and facilities to costeffectively implement technologies and remain competitive.The company also offers complete hardware and software solutions, comprehensive service and expertise in automation and digitalisation of machinery and facilities. Pooja Patil, Corporate Communication, B&R Industrial Automation, gives an insight

NEED AND perception is the key for any change to happen in conventional manufacturing practices. In addition, an organisation primarily looks at engaging in long-term partnerships not only with their customers but also with their vendors. Technology is changing rapidly and strong partnerships act as foundations for long-term continued success.

Pharmaceutical facilities are moving in the direction of connected, energy efficient shop floors and comprehensive diagnostics with predictive maintenance etc. They are demanding these optimisations and enhancements in their machines and lines from their machine builders. This is driving the need for innovations and fueling the need of smart manufacturing. Automation and robotic technologies are not only helping industry to respond to rising customer demands but also are enhancing the position of Indian pharma industry on global map.

Embracing advanced automation

The concept of using automated systems is not new in pharma industry. Industry is already reaping the benefits of automation in terms of flexibility, higher production, regulatory compliance, reduced cost, eliminate human error, or make up for labour shortage. Digitalisation is further fuelling a move towards enhancing system availability with 24*7 monitoring, optimised facilities and secure data capture for optimised decisions and analytics. Advanced automation concepts address all these requirements creating opportunities for eliminating errors, resulting in quick decision making, reducing losses and becoming more efficient and profitable.