Tristel Solutions 鈥� a global supplier of infection control, contamination control, and hygiene products, serving hospitals worldwide (NHS and private).
Challenge
Tristel produces a dual-component disinfectant (base + activator) in conjoined bottles. Previously, the base and activator were filled on separate machines, capped individually, then combined with a dual activation cap before labeling鈥攁 manual and time-consuming process.
Solution
- Response Automation Filling Line
- Fed from two large tanks (one for base, one for activator).
- Both components fill conjoined bottles simultaneously.
- Integrates Tristel鈥檚 existing benchtop units, keeping prior investments in use.
- Handles multiple product ranges, including the 500ml chlorine dioxide foam-based dual product.
Modular & Scalable:
- Additional benchtop units can be added easily to increase output without extra cost.
- Semi-automatic operation possible if a benchtop unit is removed for maintenance.
Results
Productivity:
- 70% increase in output immediately after installation.
- Producing 700鈥�1,000 bottles per hour, depending on the product.
Reliability & Versatility:
- Based on long-standing trust in Adelphi鈥檚 equipment: durable, low-maintenance, and dependable.
- Modular design ensures flexibility and minimal downtime.
Rapid Response to Demand:
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Tristel added four more Response Benchtop Fillers, bringing the total to 10.
Machines delivered and operational within 4 working days.
Focused production on key disinfectants: DISTEL (hard surface cleaner) and JET (sporicidal disinfectant effective against SARS-CoV-2).
Customer Feedback
鈥淭he addition of automation has saved us a huge amount of time. We鈥檇 like to automate more packaging processes across the business.鈥� 鈥� Jenny O鈥機allaghan, Production Manager
鈥淲e can trust these machines to run as we need without constant breakdowns. Quick support and easy scalability make them invaluable.鈥� 鈥� Peter Twelftree, Production Engineer
Key Takeaways
- 70% productivity boost with minimal new investment.
- Scalable, modular, and reliable automation.
- Quick delivery and responsive support for changing production needs.
- Proven capability to meet high-demand scenarios like the global pandemic.
