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Mapping Sensor Placement and Numbers

Rotronic Instrument Corp.

This Rotronic technical note covers the basics of how to choose the correct number of sensors and where to place them for a proper cGMP mapping study.

On-Dose Authentication: SODF Coated with TruTag Microtags

Michael O'Neill, PhD, Chief Science Officer; TruTag Technologies, Inc.

TruTag Technologies and WuXi AppTec collaborated on the application of TruTag's microtag on-dose authentication solution for SODF drugs. Discover the effectiveness of this application and the results of these studies.

Applications in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Alconox

This application note discusses the best critical cleaning practices for the pharmaceutical industry.

A Guide to Applying the Four Pillars of ICH Q10

Tim Lozier; EtQ

Uncover the basics of the ICH Q10 model, the four pillars of ICH Q10 and how to apply them and how the quality management system ensures ICH Q10 compliance.

How to Source Pneumatic Conveying Systems for Pharmaceutical Excipients, APIs, and other Powders that are "Difficult-to-Move"

David Kennedy; Vac-U-Max

This technical paper addresses key topics and design trends to consider when designing a sanitary pneumatic conveying system for batch and continuous processes. This application note defines difficult powders and their respective poor flow properties, addressing the challenges in moving these powders into the conveying line from the pick-up point, feeding excipients and APIs at a constant rate, and discharging material to from the material receiver, while maintaining a dust-free processing environment.

Effect of Extrusion Parameters on Solid Dispersions

C. Martin, J. DiNunzio, J.M. Keen, A. Machado, J.W. McGinity, H. Sandhu; Leistritz Extrusion

The objective of this research is to investigate the extrusion process space in co-rotating and counter-rotating extruders, which is critical in ensuring the properties of pharmaceutical solid dispersions.

Analytical Medical Device Development and Failure Testing Strategies

Deena Conrad-Vlasak; Impact Analytical

When developing your medical device, many costly mistakes can be avoided by testing early in your process. The testing specifies the components in a medical device, and promotes consistent manufacturing standards, helping to mitigate product safety risks, and improved quality at all stages of development.