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Blender Installation Qualification Protocol/ Annexures

The purpose of the Blender Installation Qualification protocol is to establish documentary evidence to ensure that the Pillar Type Blender system received matches the Design specification and also to ensure that it is properly and safely installed. The equipment shall be used for blending different granules/powders to be used in the formulation. The equipment shall operate under dust dust-free environment and conditions as per the GMP requirements.

Blender Installation Qualification Protocol/ Annexures
SERIAL NO.ITEM DESCRIPTION
1.0PROTOCOL APPROVAL
2.0OVERVIEW:
2.1Objective
2.2Purpose
2.3Scope
2.4Responsibility
2.5Execution Team
3.0ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA
4.0REVALIDATION
5.0INSTALLATION QUALIFICATION PROCEDURE
5.1System Description
5.2Instruction for Filling the Checklist
5.3Installation Check-List
5.4Identification Of Major Components
5.5Identification of Supporting Utilities.
5.6Identification Of Safety Feature(s)
5.7Identification Of Standard Operating Procedure
5.8Verification of Drawings and Documents
5.9Abbreviations
5.10Deficiency And Corrective Action(s) Report(s)
5.11Annexure (s)
6.0INSTALLATION QUALIFICATION FINAL REPORT
6.1Summary
6.2Conclusion
6.3Final report approval
1.0PROTOCOL APPROVAL:
The signing of this approval page of the Protocol indicates agreement with the qualification approach described in this document. If a modification to the qualification approach becomes necessary, an addendum shall be prepared and approved.The protocol cannot be used for execution unless approved by the following authorities.

This Installation Qualification protocol of Pillar Type Blender. Has been reviewed and approved by the following persons:

FUNCTIONNAMEDEPARTMENTSIGNATUREDATE
PREPARED BY QUALITY ASSURANCE  
REVIEWED BY PROJECTS / ENGINEERING  
REVIEWED BY PRODUCTION  
APPROVED BY QUALITY ASSURANCE  
2.0OVERVIEW:
2.1OBJECTIVE: 
 The objective of developing and executing this protocol is to collect sufficient data about the Pillar Type Blender and define the qualification requirements and acceptance criteria for the Pillar Type Blender. Successful completion of these qualification requirements will ensure that the Pillar Type Blender was installed as required in the service area.
2.2PURPOSE: 
 The purpose of this protocol is to establish documentary evidence to ensure that the Pillar Type Blender system received matches the Design specification and also to ensure that it is properly and safely installed. The equipment shall be used for blending different granules/powders to be used in the formulation. The equipment shall operate under dust dust-free environment and conditions as per the GMP requirements.
2.3SCOPE: 
 This Protocol applies to the installation of a Pillar Type Blender at the tablet manufacturing facility in XYZ Pharmaceuticals & the subsequent documentation.  
2.4RESPONSIBILITY: 
 The following shall be responsible; Quality Assurance Officer/ Executive – For preparation of protocol projects / Engineering Head – For execution Production Head – For execution support Quality Assurance Head – For adequacy and final approval
2.5EXECUTION TEAM:
 The satisfactory installation of the Pillar Type Blender shall be verified by executing the qualification studies described in this protocol. The successfully executed protocol documents that the Pillar Type Blender is installed and is satisfactorily integrated. The execution team is responsible for the execution of the installation of the Pillar Type Blender. The execution team comprises of:
DEPARTMENTDESIGNATIONNAMESIGNATUREDATE
PROJECTS    
PRODUCTION    
QUALITY ASSURANCE    
3.0ACCETANCE CRITERIA:
3.1The Pillar Type Blender shall meet the system description given in the design qualification.
3.2The Pillar Type Blender shall meet the acceptance criteria mentioned under the topic “Identification of major components”
3.3The Pillar Type Blender system shall be operated by manual /PLC.
4.0REVALIDATION CRITERIA:
 The Pillar Type Blender has to be revalidated if
 Any major changes in system components affect the performance of the system·  
After a major breakdown maintenance is carried out.
As per the revalidation date and schedule
5.0INSTALLATION QUALIFICATION PROCEDURE :
5.1SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

Process Equipment Description:

The purpose of a container Blender is to mix various substances in dry powder and / Or granular form. Mixing can be achieved by selecting a suitable RPM and a suitable period depending on the product characteristic. The following setting can be done in the VFD:

i.  RPM setting
ii. Soft start
iii. Soft stop

Complete equipment can be divided into the following sub-sections:

  • Drive shaft with bearing housing
  • Speed reduction system consisting of Brake Motor & Worm & Worm Wheel reduction gearbox Gear – Pinion arrangement.
  • Container holding arm.
  • Hydraulic power pack & cylinder.
  • Main electric panel (housing PLC, VFD) & safety railing with operating panel (having MMI, Push buttons).

PLC Description

The main function of a PLC is to translate the instruction into the digital or analog codes needed to operate the device or equipment.

In the PLC system, its primary role is to gather data from the field instruments and show this information on the operator station. The instruments are linked to the system’s equipment and piping. The collected data is then used by the PLC to control the processes.

The user interface, based on an MMI E-410 (Mitsubishi), will assist the operator to supervise and control the process. According to the information shown, the operator can use the user interface to give commands to the PLC.

The PLC then executes the operator’s instructions. A Mitsubishi Family Fx 1N 24 MRES + Fx 1N 1DABD. PLC has been chosen as the Central Processing Unit (CPU).

The maximum Load-carrying capacity Hyd. System: 1200 Ltrs.

The maximum height of the Bin Holding arm from the ground: 1265 mm.

The minimum height of the bin holding arm from the ground: 1015 mm.

The PLC system layout for the FBE machine automation is as shown below:

PLC panels for Blender Installation Qualification
5.2INSTRUCTION FOR FILLING THE CHECKLIST
5.2.1 In case of compliance of the test use the word ‘Complies’ otherwise use ‘Does not comply‘ to indicate non-compliance.
5.2.2For identification of the components of the equipment and utilities use the word ‘’yes’’ to show its presence and use ‘No’ to indicate the absence of the identity
5.2.3Give detailed information in the summary and conclusion part of the Installation Qualification report.
5.2.4Whichever column is blank or not used ‘NA’ shall be used.
5.3INSTALLATION CHECKLIST:
 The installation checklist is as follows: 
Sr. NO.STATEMENTYES / NOCHECKED BY(SIGN)DATE
01.Verify that the “As Built” drawing is complete and represents the design concept.   
02.Verify that major components are securely anchored and shockproof.   
03.Verify that there is no observable physical damage.   
04.Verify that there is sufficient room provided for servicing.   
05.All access ports are examined and cleared of any debris.   
06.Walking access to roof-mounted equipment provided.   
07.Equipment identification name plate visible.   
08.Verify that all piping and electrical connections are done according to the drawings.   
09.Safe electrical connections.   
10.A wiring diagram affixed to the inside section of the control panel.   
11Units installed on the foundation are secure in place as per the manufacturer’s recommendations.   
5.4IDENTIFICATION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS :
 Describe each critical component and check them and fill out the inspection checklist.
System ComponentsDesign SpecificationComplies / Does Not ComplyChecked By(Sign)Date
1. Equipment DescriptionNameContainer Blender (Pillar type)   
SpecificationNon-Flame proof construction   
Capacity600/1200Ltrs.   
ModelRP/CB/NFLP/1200/600   
Supplier  R. P. Products   
Overall dimensions 3000(W) x 2900(D)  x  3500(H)   
2. PLCCPU MakeMitsubishi.   
ModelFx -1N 24 MR.   
PLC Input / Output14 Inputs / 10 Outputs.   
3. MMIMake / ModelE – 410.   
ManufacturerMitsubishi.   
Supply Voltage24 VDC, 3 pin jacks connected block.   
System ComponentsDesign SpecificationComplies / Does Not ComplyChecked By(Sign)Date
4. Power PackTypeHydraulic.   
ModelSolenoid operated Single station, Double acting.   
Capacity1.5 HP x 1440 RPM.   
5.   Power Pack MotorTypeTEFC, non-flameproof, squirrel cage, Three-phase induction motor.   
ModelFlange mountedMake – Siemens.   
Capacity1.5 HP x 1440 RPM.   
6.   Hydraulic CylinderM.O.CMS / CI.   
Dimensions:    
Bore80mm.   
Rod45mm.   
Stroke650mm.   
Stop Tube100mm.   
System ComponentsDesign SpecificationComplies / Does Not ComplyChecked By(Sign)Date
7. Reduction Gear Box – 2Nos.MakeBonfiglioli   
TypeWorm & Worm wheel   
SizeW 86, UF-15P-100-B5 B7.   
Reduction Ratio15: 1   
8.   Drive Motors – 2nosMake    
TypeBrake motor, TEFC, Non – Flameproof Squirrel cage, 3-phase induction   
ModelFlange mounted   
Capacity3 HP x 1440 RPM.   
9. Bearings.Tapper Roller Bearing32024 – 1no. / 32026 – 1no.   
Ball Bearing6208 – 8nos.   
10. Variable Frequency DriveTypeE series 440 V class AC drive   
ModelFR E 540 – 5.5K.   
CapacityM.O.C5.5K.   
M.S   
11. Gear– Pinion Reduction Drive.TypeHelical.   
Gear151   
Pinion20   
Reduction Ratio7.55:1   
Module4.5   
12. Hydraulic Power Pack std. components.Gear Pump(make – Rexroth)1 PF2 G24X/004 RA01 MR.   
Pressure Relief Valve(Make – Rexroth)DBOH 6P 17/200.   
Check valve(Make – shakti)¼“BSP   
Flow Control Valve(Make – Rexroth)Z2FS 624X/2QV   
5.5IDENTIFICATION OF SUPPORTING UTILITIES:
UTILITYPROPERLY IDENTIFIED & CONNECTED (YES/NO)CHECKED BY (SIGN)DATE
1) Electricity:3 Phase, 440V, 50 HzKw / HP:  3 HP x 2Nos. Main drive motor2 HP x 1No. Power Pack motor.   
5.6IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY FEATURES:
 Identify and record the safety features (if any) and their function in the following tables :
Safety Features DescriptionFunctionIdentified By(Sign)Date
1. Container / Bin does not rotate. Until the drive assembly with the Bin is lifted to the set height.  
2. Blender does not start.Until the safety railing is closed.  
5.7IDENTIFICATION OF STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE (SOP)
The following Standard Operating Procedures were identified as important for the effective performance of Pillar Type Blender.
1Operation of Pillar type blender.
2Cleaning of Pillar-type blender.
3Preventive maintenance of Pillar type blender.
5.8VERIFICATION OF DRAWING AND DOCUMENTS:
 The following documents are reviewed and attached as listed below:
Sr. No.DRAWING AND DOCUMENT DETAILCHECKED BY (SIGN)DATE
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
5.9ABBREVIATIONS
 The following Abbreviations are used in the installation qualification protocol of the Air handling unit
 cGMP: current Good Manufacturing PracticesGEP: Good Engineering practicesMS: Mild steelNFLP: Non-Flame ProofSS: Stainless SteelKW: Kilo WattDQ: Design QualificationFAT: Factory acceptance test BLD: Blender
5.10DEFICIENCY AND CORRECTIVE ACTION(S) REPORT(S)
The following deficiency was identified and corrective actions were taken in consultation with the validation team.
Description of deficiency:  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Corrective action(s) taken:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Reviewed By:

Date:

 5.11 Annexure(s):

Sr.No.Annexure No.Title of Annexure
   
   
   
   
   
   
6.0INSTALLATION QUALIFICATION FINAL REPORT:
All the IQ data sheets and discrepancy reports shall be reviewed by the validation team to prepare a summary report. The summary of IQ shall be used to draw conclusion for approval of the Blender installation qualification protocol report.
6.1SUMMARY
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
6.2CONCLUSION
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

6.3 FINAL REPORT APPROVAL

It has been verified that all tests required by the Blender Installation Qualification protocol are completed, reconciled, and attached to this protocol or included in the qualification summary report. Verified that all amendments and discrepancies are documented, approved, and attached to this protocol.

The signature in the space below shows that It has carefully examined every detail in this report about the Pillar Type Blender and confirmed that everything is satisfactory. Any differences or issues have been sorted out.

NAMEDESIGNATIONDEPARTMENTSIGNATUREDATE
  PROJECTS / ENGINEERING  
  PRODUCTION  
  QUALITY ASSURANCE  
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