Athos™ uniBOT (APD)
Automated Blister Cutting & Repackaging System
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The industry’s premier universal floor-standing robotic system designed for fully automatic unit-dose packaging of any blister format, ampoule, and vial.
The Athos™ uniBOT
Ensuring 100% medication traceability while managing highly diverse drug packaging formats is one of the most complex challenges in hospital pharmacy Quality Assurance. The Athos™ uniBOT, designed and manufactured by APD, S.A. in Spain, is a high-performance, floor-standing robotic system engineered to fully automate this workflow.
By automatically identifying, cutting, and repackaging virtually any manufacturer blister card, ampoule, or vial into a clearly labeled unit-dose sachet, the Athos™ uniBOT eliminates labor-intensive manual processes, optimizes pharmacy resources, and guarantees maximum safety from the inventory shelf to the patient’s bedside.
Experience the Versatility of Universal Robotic Repackaging
Achieve total workflow autonomy and complete clinical safety with a computer-controlled system built for heavy-duty hospital logistics.
Universal Format Compatibility
The uniBOT is the only automatic cutting and repackaging system capable of processing almost any pharmaceutical format available. It seamlessly packages oral solid tablets and capsules, bulk oral medications, as well as liquid ampoules and vials.
Zero-Interruption Autonomy
Offers up to 4.5 hours of completely autonomous operation at full load. This allows hospital pharmacists and technicians to focus on clinical validation and patient care without needing to constantly monitor or feed the machine.
Uncompromising Traceability and Safety
The system features integrated 1D/2D barcode scanners and RFID readers to automatically identify blister packs, vials, and ampoules before processing. Every finished unit-dose pouch is printed with a unique code, batch control details, and expiration dates.
Dynamic Blister Cutting & Bulk Feeding
Highly versatile, the system can automatically cut any blister format or accept bulk drugs poured directly into a specialized hopper.
Preserved Manufacturer Conditions
Precision mechanical cutting and high-quality pouch sealing ensure that the medication’s original manufacturer-specified conservation conditions and expiration dates are perfectly maintained.
Intuitive Touchscreen Operation
Equipped with a user-friendly touchscreen interface to easily monitor active packaging runs, manage templates, and review real-time system diagnostics.
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: APD, S.A. (Spain)
- Operational Mode: Fully automatic, robotized, electronic, computer-controlled
- Configuration: Floor-standing cabinet
- Supported Medication Types: Oral solid tablets, capsules, and oral liquids
- Input Formats: Blister cards (any layout), bulk oral solids (via hopper), glass/plastic ampoules, and vials
- Output Formats: Unit-dose sachets and film packaging with secure sealing
- System Autonomy: Up to 4.5 hours of continuous operation at full load without human intervention
- Identification Technology: Integrated 1D/2D Barcode Reader and/or RFID Reader
- Operator Interface: High-definition Touchscreen
- Primary Application Domains: Hospital Pharmacy departments, large-scale repackaging facilities, and clinical laboratories
Resources
- Download Athos™ uniBOT Technical Catalog
* Product distribution may vary by region. Please contact our team to confirm availability in your specific location.
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