Operation and Maintenance of Cream Mixing Tank

1) Purpose

The purpose of this SOP is to outline the procedures for operating and maintaining the cream mixing tank to ensure thorough mixing of cream formulations.

2) Scope

This SOP applies to all personnel involved in the operation, cleaning, and maintenance of the cream mixing tank in the manufacturing facility.

3) Responsibilities

It is the responsibility of production operators, maintenance staff, and quality control personnel to follow this SOP to ensure proper operation and maintenance of the cream mixing tank.

4) Procedure

4.1 Preparation

1. Ensure the work area and equipment are clean and sanitized before starting the mixing process.
2. Verify the availability and integrity of cream formulations ready for mixing.
3. Inspect the cream mixing tank, including agitators and temperature controls, to ensure they are clean and operational.

4.2 Mixing Process

1. Set up the mixing parameters such as mixing speed, temperature, and duration according to product specifications.
2. Load the cream ingredients into the mixing tank and start the mixing process.
3. Monitor the mixing process to ensure uniform dispersion of ingredients and achieve the desired cream consistency.

4.3 Cleaning and Maintenance

1. Stop the cream mixing tank after completing the mixing batch.
2. Flush the mixing tank with appropriate cleaning solutions to remove any residues.
3. Perform routine maintenance tasks such as inspection of agitator blades and calibration of temperature sensors.

5) Abbreviations, if any

N/A

6) Documents, if any

Batch production record, Cleaning log, Cream formulation specifications

7) Reference, if any

GMP guidelines, Manufacturer’s operating manual for cream mixing tank

8) SOP Version

Version 1.0