SINGLE-USE SYSTEMS

Integrating Single-Use Systems in Pharma Manufacturing

Industry experts discuss the benefits and challenges of using single-use systems in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
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FACILITY DESIGN

Deciding When To Use Modular Construction

Different types of modular systems have advantages and disadvantages.
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PEER-REVIEWED RESEARCH

Qualifying Personnel to Visually Inspect Cleaned Equipment Part II: Small vs. Large Group Training

This article presents recommendations based on a program that was set up to qualify members of a large, diverse team at one oral solid-dosage-form manufacturing facility.
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TROUBLESHOOTING

Examining Blow-Fill-Seal Technology for Aseptic Processes

Industry experts discuss common considerations and recent technological advancements in blow-fill-seal technology.
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OUTSOURCING REVIEW

Watch Out for the Hangover

Acquisition binges often lead to hangovers; here's what to watch out for.
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ASK THE EXPERT

Make Data Integrity Integral to CGMP Training

Susan Schniepp, distinguished fellow at Regulatory Compliance Associates, discusses training personnel on data integrity.
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EUROPEAN REGULATORY WATCH

Biosimilars: Making the Switch Comes with Challenges

More efforts are needed to raise awareness of biosimilars among physicians and patients in Europe and address scepticisms about the quality and safety of biosimilars.
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API SYNTHESIS & MANUFACTURING

Steps Closer to the Adoption of Continuous Processing

Application of flow chemistry for small-molecule API synthesis continues to expand thanks to research efforts.
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FROM THE EDITOR

Pharma Wary of Brexit

Pharma has voiced strong opposition against Britain’s departure from the EU.
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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT

Acoustic Separator Streamlines Clarifications

The Cadence Acoustic Separator (CAS) from Pall Life Sciences enables the purification of bioprocesses fluids without the use of primary depth filters or centrifuges.
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Sensors Allow for Bluetooth Connectivity

The ArcAir communication package from Hamilton Company enables Bluetooth 4.0 wireless connectivity in all environments.
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Dropper Eliminates Need for Isolation and Insertion

The MD-Dropper Cap from HealthStar is a new dropper bottle technology for blow-fill-seal (BFS) technology.
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Washdown Duty Ribbon Blenders

Washdown duty ribbon blenders from Ross, Charles & Son can be used to mix dry blends such as grains, powders, pellets, and flakes.
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Webcasts

Continuous Manufacturing of Pharmaceuticals: Scale-up of a Hot-Melt Extrusion Process

On Demand
An understanding of the variable process parameters that have a significant impact on the final pharmaceutical product is necessary to successfully manage a hot-melt extrusion process when using twin-screw extrusion. Experts will discuss residence time, mechanical-energy consumption, and other critical parameters, as well as their effects on a scientific approach to process scale-up.
Sponsored by Thermo Fisher Scientific

Addressing Formulation Needs With a Different Technology: Say “Hello” to Ion Exchange Resins

On Demand
Ion exchange resins have long been in the formulator's toolkit, but only recently have they been used as excipients. Learn the value and benefits ion exchange resins bring to drug formulation challenges such as taste masking, abuse deterrence, controlled release, and more.
Sponsored by Dow