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Pharmaceutical Washers
Engineered for cGMP Compliance and Consistent Results
Solving Critical Cleaning Challenges in Pharma & Biotech Since 1960
For over six decades, Better Engineering has helped pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturers solve their toughest cleaning and sanitizing challenges. Our pharmaceutical washers are built to support your compliance with industry standards like cGMP and ASME BPE while optimizing day-to-day operations.
From pill slats and vials to totes and filling tools, our pharmaceutical-grade washers are designed to clean, sanitize, and dry a wide range of equipment with precision and reliability. Whether you’re producing in batch or continuous processes, our systems ensure that every part is cleaned to specification (TOC, Riboflavin, rinse to conductivity) every time.
We understand the stakes in pharmaceutical manufacturing. That’s why our pharmaceutical industry industrial washers are engineered to remove residues, reduce cross-contamination risk, and help you meet validation requirements with confidence.
For biotech and pharmaceutical applications where product integrity and safety are paramount, Better Engineering delivers automated solutions that support both regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
TRUSTED BY INDUSTRY LEADERS
“I purchased a tray washing machine from Better Engineering. The installation technician was efficient, helpful, and very professional. He was able to address problems in a timely manner and get our machine up and running. Would highly recommend using Better Engineering.”
– Pharmaceutical Client Review (N.P., 23537)
What Our Pharmaceutical GRADE Washers Are Built to Clean
Pharmaceutical and biotech environments rely on precise, traceable, repeatable cleaning to ensure product integrity, protect research, and maintain compliance. Better Engineering’s washers are designed to handle the wide range of components used in these settings, from labware, animal cages, and containers to transport equipment and production tools.
Whether you’re working in a cleanroom, production suite, or waste handling area, our systems help eliminate contamination risks and streamline sanitation processes without compromising validation requirements.
Containment & Storage
Proper cleaning of containment and storage vessels is essential to preventing contamination between process steps. Our pharmaceutical washers are engineered to clean animal cages, vats, drums, and general-purpose vessels with precision. Whether you’re handling active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) or inert materials, our systems deliver repeatable, validated cleaning to help meet cGMP standards and reduce manual labor in high-throughput environments.
Labware & Small Components
Labware demands high-precision cleaning, especially when dealing with sensitive research or quality testing. Our pharmaceutical-grade washers are designed to handle delicate components such as ampoules, test tubes, and vials, ensuring residue-free results with every cycle. Engineered for use in research labs, QA/QC settings, and cleanrooms, these systems eliminate the variability of manual washing while protecting fragile items with customizable rack configurations.
Processing & Handling
In pharmaceutical manufacturing, the equipment used to process and handle materials must meet strict hygiene standards. Our pharmaceutical washers are built to clean parts like pill slats, trays, filler parts, and moulds thoroughly and consistently, helping prevent product carryover and supporting your validation protocols. With high-impact spray coverage and temperature control, these systems simplify sanitation and reduce changeover time between batches.
Transfer & Transport
Cross-contamination risks don't stop at the production line. Baskets and totes used to move materials between rooms, departments, or clean zones must be cleaned just as rigorously. Better Engineering’s pharmaceutical washers ensure that every transport item is sanitized and ready for use, supporting chain-of-custody requirements and helping maintain cleanroom classifications. Our systems are built for repeatable cleaning and fast turnaround in demanding workflows.
APPLICATIONS ACROSS THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY
Better Engineering cleans a range of pharmaceutical industry products – including from sharps containers, to pill slats, to scale buckets and more. If you’re interested in reading case studies for any of our various products highlighted below, click the corresponding image link.
Cleaning applications: Featured Products
WATCH OUR PARTS WASHERS IN ACTION
Watch our automated parts washers in real-world pharmaceutical and biotech settings — from cleaning medical waste bins to sanitizing totes, trays, and processing equipment. See how Better Engineering helps leading manufacturers stay compliant, reduce labor, and protect product integrity.
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Why Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Trust Better Engineering
OUR SYSTEMS ARE:
Efficient & Safe by Design
- Engineered spray patterns and smart water recirculation systems reduce water and energy usage by up to 40%, without compromising cleaning performance.
- Ergonomic loading and interlocked safety doors minimize risk.
Built for Harsh Environments
- Constructed from heavy-duty 304 or 316 stainless steel.
- Our pharmaceutical-grade washers withstand aggressive detergents (acids and caustics), high heat, and constant washdown.
Integration-Ready Systems
- Designed to work with conveyors, cleanroom pass-throughs, and automated handling systems to support streamlined, hands-free workflows.
- Robotic loading and unloading are also available.
Scalable to Your Needs
- From compact rack washers for research labs to high-capacity tunnel systems for production floors, we offer scalable solutions that grow with your operation.
- Tailored to fit different rack sizes, plant layouts, and residue profiles.
Reliable and Repeatable
- Our systems deliver consistent results, ensuring equipment is cleaned to spec, every time, without manual intervention.
- Fully validated cleaning with audit-ready documentation.
Data-Driven for Validated Cleaning
- Process Parameters: Temperature, pressure, flow rates, spray durations, and detergent concentrations.
- Cleaning Validation Data: Start/stop times, detergent type used, water conductivity, cycle completion status (pass/fail), and alarm logs.
- Product/Batch Traceability: Lot numbers, operator ID, part or load ID, and timestamps to track every step of a production run.
frequently asked questions
Cleaning validation means your cleaning process is scientifically proven to remove contaminants — and is documented to be repeatable and consistent. It ensures that your equipment is safe for reuse and passes regulatory inspections.
Our machines are engineered to deliver validated cleaning results, so your team can operate with confidence and peace of mind.
If you’re in the pharmaceutical, biotech, life sciences, or healthcare industries — and your operations involve strict hygiene standards, contamination control, or regulatory compliance — then yes, a pharmaceutical parts washer is likely essential.
Here’s why you might need one:
Regulatory Compliance: Pharma washers meet GMP and industry standards to ensure validated, consistent cleaning.
Contamination Prevention: They help prevent cross-contamination between batches, critical when working with active ingredients.
Product Integrity: Thorough cleaning safeguards the quality and efficacy of your final product.
Efficiency & Cost Savings: Automated washers reduce manual labor, water, and energy use — cutting long-term operational costs.
Specialized Cleaning Needs: Designed to handle glassware, instruments, IBC totes, and more — even removing tough residues and ensuring proper drying.
Validation & Traceability: Built-in cycle tracking and data logging support cleaning validation and regulatory audits.
Pharma washers from Better Engineering are engineered to solve these challenges — giving you peace of mind, improved efficiency, and full compliance.
Choosing the right washer is essential for achieving repeatable cleaning results, maintaining regulatory compliance, and ensuring long-term operational efficiency. Key considerations include:
Compliance Standards: Confirm the washer meets cGMP and ASME BPE requirements, supporting validation and audit readiness.
Parts & Equipment: Identify the types, sizes, and materials of parts to be cleaned — such as trays, vials, totes, scoops, and filling tools.
Contaminant Type: Consider the nature of the contaminants, including powders, oils, and bioresidue, to ensure the washer is equipped to remove them effectively.
Cleaning Cycle Requirements: Evaluate cycle time, water temperature, and chemical compatibility to meet sanitation needs.
Throughput & Capacity: Match the washer’s capacity to your volume and frequency of cleaning requirements.
System Features: Look for key options like automated cycles, temperature control, data logging, and programmable recipes for repeatability and efficiency.
- The equipment and surfaces that need to be cleaned.
- Length of wash cycle
- The type of contaminant present.
- The choice of detergent.
- The temperature used.
Our full-spectrum systems are built to clean and sanitize:
- Pill slats
- Bottles and vials
- Totes, trays, scoops
- Filling equipment and small parts
- Buckets and pallets
- IBC totes
- Custom stainless steel items
Better Engineering builds its sanitizing systems to the highest hygienic standards with stainless steel options. Available designs include:
- Pharmaceutical Parts Washers
- Batch washers
- Bin and vat washers
- Rack washers cabinet washers
- Conveyor/tunnel washers
- IBC tote washers
- Pallet washers and other tailor-made solutions specified to the pharmaceutical industry
These highly versatile systems optimize production processes and ensure the hygienic cleaning of pharmaceutical processing equipment.
Better Engineering has over 65 years of part washer design and build experience – quality machines built by quality people.
Backed by Testing. Proven in the Field.
Better Engineering’s pharmaceutical and biotech parts washers are built to last. Our machines offer the highest quality levels with trackable and repeatable results that don’t change over time. Our research lab can demonstrate the full potential of our washing and sanitizing systems using your containers.
Mail us the items you would like cleaned, and we will test them to find the best machine recommendation for you. We guarantee that we’ll find a solution that meets all of your needs– it’s part of our commitment to customer satisfaction.
