Complete Pharmaceutical Air Pollution Control Solutions

In the era of pharmaceutical industry green transformation, manufacturers face evolving challenges that extend beyond basic compliance to encompass resource recovery and carbon emission reduction goals. According to Ministry of Ecology and Environment statistics, pharmaceutical manufacturing accounts for approximately 12% of industrial VOC emissions nationally.

Henan Yuanfang Environmental Protection Equipment Co., Ltd., with nearly two decades of specialized experience, delivers integrated “pretreatment + core abatement + intelligent monitoring” solutions specifically engineered for API fermentation, chemical synthesis, extraction, and formulation facilities.

Pharmaceutical Air Pollution Control Solutions

Pharmaceutical Emission Challenges: 4 Critical Challenges

1. Complex Emission Composition

• API Production: Fermentation processes generate high-concentration VOCs (methanol, acetone), acid gases (HCl, SO₂), and bio-aerosols

• Chemical Synthesis: Halogenated hydrocarbons (carbon tetrachloride) and sulfur compounds (H₂S)

• Formulation Operations: Dozens of different VOC compounds at lower concentrations

2. Concentration Fluctuations

Batch processing creates dramatic concentration variations (from dozens to thousands of ppm), requiring equipment with rapid response capabilities to maintain consistent treatment efficiency.

3. Severe Corrosion Risks

Halogenated compounds and strong acid gases demand advanced materials of construction, as standard carbon steel or basic plastics can fail within 3-6 months.

4. Secondary Pollution Concerns

System failures including salt precipitation, catalyst poisoning, or carbon saturation can lead to VOC breakthrough and hazardous waste generation.

Yuanfang’s Technological Solutions: 4 Core Technologies

Pharmaceutical Air Pollution Control Solutions

1. Advanced Pretreatment Systems

• Multi-stage Wet Scrubbers: Alkaline + oxidative scrubbing achieves >90% acid gas removal and soluble VOC reduction

• Nanophotocatalytic Oxidation (NPO): TiO₂-UV technology effectively eliminates low-concentration VOCs, particularly effective for fermentation off-gases

2. Core Abatement Technologies

• Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers (RTO): 95% thermal efficiency for high-concentration streams, compliant with EU EN 15383 standards

• Regenerative Catalytic Oxidizers (RCO): Operating at 250-300°C with precious metal catalysts, ideal for halogenated compounds

• Rotor Concentrator + CO₂ Recovery: 95% adsorption efficiency for low-concentration streams (50-200mg/m³) with solvent recovery capabilities

3. Intelligent Monitoring & Control

• AI-Powered Predictive Control: Algorithms anticipate concentration fluctuations 10 minutes in advance, automatically adjusting operational parameters

• Digital Twin Technology: Real-time visualization of emission parameters and equipment status with automated alert systems

4. Corrosion-Resistant Engineering

• Graphite Composite: Withstands 250°C operation with 130W/m·K thermal conductivity

• PP/PPH Construction: Excellent resistance to halogenated compounds at 60% cost savings versus titanium

• FRP Lamination: Four-layer construction with ≥3mm corrosion barrier for pH 1-14 service

Pharmaceutical Air Pollution Control Solutions

Application-Specific Solutions

API Manufacturing – High Concentration Streams

• Fermentation Off-Gases: “Scrubber + RTO” configuration for methanol/acetone control

• Chemical Synthesis: “Caustic Scrubber + RCO” system for halogenated hydrocarbons

• Extraction Processes: “Rotor Concentrator + Solvent Recovery” with 85% recovery rates

Formulation Operations – Low Concentration Challenges

• Solid Dosage Facilities: “Carbon Adsorption + Steam Regeneration” with extended service cycles

• Liquid Preparation Areas: “NPO + Low-temperature Plasma” hybrid systems with ozone control

Verified Performance: Case Studies

Case 1: Shandong API Manufacturer

Challenge: Emission exceedances due to concentration variations
Solution: Integrated wet scrubber with AI predictive control system
Results: NMHC stable <30mg/m³, $280,000 annual steam savings

Case 2: Jiangsu Biopharma Facility

Challenge: High VOC fermentation emissions with waste generation
Solution: Rotor concentrator with RTO integration
Results: 95% VOC recovery, 200-ton annual waste reduction

Pharmaceutical Air Pollution Control Solutions

Comprehensive Service Commitment

• Site Assessment: Technical team evaluation within 72 hours

• Custom Engineering: Systems designed for specific flow rates (500-100,000m³/h) and temperatures (-20°C to 200°C)

• 24/7 Support: 4-hour emergency response with lifetime critical component support

• Regulatory Guidance: Ongoing compliance monitoring and sustainability program support

Pharmaceutical Air Pollution Control Solutions

From Compliance Cost to Strategic Advantage

In today’s regulatory environment with dual carbon goals, pharmaceutical emission control represents both compliance necessity and strategic opportunity. Yuanfang solutions deliver:

• 100% Compliance Assurance: Meeting China Pharmaceutical Industry Air Pollutant Emission Standards and local requirements

• 30% Operational Cost Reduction: Through energy recovery, solvent reuse, and intelligent control

• Enhanced Corporate ESG Performance: Supporting green factory certification and market competitiveness