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April 2013
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Evaluating Equipment Utility and Innovation
Pharmaceutical Technology’s survey of manufacturing equipment and trends shows satisfaction with utility and innovation in most solid-dosage and parenteral drug-manufacturing equipment.

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Coming Soon To read about the application of continuous-flow pasteurization and sterilization processes to pharmaceutical products, see the Bioprocessing and Sterile Manufacturing Supplement to the May issue of Pharmaceutical Technology.


In The Mixer
Experts Give “Sneak Peeks” into INTERPHEX 2013 Conference Presentations
Speakers discuss modularization, single-use systems, and process validation in a series of podcasts available on the Pharmaceutical Technology website.

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Troubleshooting Editor's Picks

Thirty-Day Dosing System Wins Packaging Award
An annual Healthcare Compliance Packaging Council competition recognizes innovative pharmaceutical packages designed to improve patient adherence.

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Editor's Pick product

Editor's Pick product

Shielded and self-cleaning near-infrared probes from Axiom Analytical are designed for on-line analysis.
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Editor's Pick product

Software from I Holland aids in design of tablet parameters and performs stress analysis for tool tips.
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Showcase (Sponsored)
 
Assmann Corp

ASSMANN’S CHEMICAL FEED STATIONS

Assmann’s compact feed stations, ranging from 40 to 550 gallons, store small amounts of liquids and other chemicals.  The feed stations are lightweight, strong and easy to handle. Assmann linear polyethylene tanks are certified by NSF to NSF/ANSI Standard 61. Assmann’s High-density crosslink resin tanks also have NSF 61 Certification.
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Burkert USA

Robolux - Diaphragm valves that make a big difference Designing your process with Robolux will improve your performance in down-stream processes, such as filtration or chromatography and in many other situations where you are handling valuable products.
Robolux will save process time and minimize the number of valves and diaphragms, thus reducing costs with no hold-up volumes.
This is achieved by allowing two valves, independently actuated, mounted under a single diaphragm, saving space and eliminating T-pieces.
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Ropack
Ropack provides bottling, blister, stick-pack and sachet filling for 90+ U.S., Canadian and European pharmaceutical and consumer healthcare customers. Flexible, responsive and competitive, we reliably accelerate go-to-market timelines.  Our 250,000 square feet of production, warehousing and distribution includes a 15,000-square-foot facility for packaging of humidity- and temperature-sensitive products in stick-packs, ideal for uni-dose pediatric powders, providing taste-masking, convenience and uncompromised integrity.
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Jet Pulverizer Co

Announcing the new jet mill brand, the Pharma-Master®.  This USDA Accepted jet mill is an enhanced version of the Micron-Master® specifically designed to comply with the USDA standards.  All 316L construction to meet stringent USDA standards.  Product contact surfaces and FDA grade O-Rings comply with 3-A Sanitary Standards.  Available in sizes 1”, 2”, 4”, 8”, 12”, & 15”.
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Natoli Engineering Company, Inc.

Tooling Storage Box

Now you can effectively store, transport and clean your tooling while safely secured in a single container. The removable tray and stainless steel Handle & Leg Kit can be transferred directly into Ultrasonic cleaning units and other applications. The secure-fit lid allows you to safely stack boxes in order to maximize your storage space. Read More
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Fette Compacting America Inc

Single rotary tablet press offers fastest changeover time in its class

A single rotary tablet press that can be fitted with up to 51 stations, Fette America's FE35 Tablet Press can produce up to 367,000 tablets per hour. Complementing this unprecedented level of productivity is the fastest changeover time in its class. The FE35 is clad in easily-detachable, FDA-certified high-performance polymer panels and offers 360-degree access.
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Bosch

Stop by the Bosch booth at Interphex, or click here to preview the Bosch booth today. Bosch is your single source supplier bring you the best combination of pharmaceutical production systems to outfit your facility with robust, quality machinery. Stop by to see how our systems work together to provide you the best possible solution, and while you’re there register to win one of three washer/dryer sets from Bosch given away at the show. Read More
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Rabin

Jarvis Street Pharma Equipment Auction - May 1 & 2

Complete pharmaceutical solid & liquid dose contract packaging facility. Tube/tablet/capsule/liquid filling & packaging lines; Kettles & tanks; Tablet presses & tablet coaters; Huge spare parts inventory. See us at Interphex Booth 2600 or see it all now at rabin.com.
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Product Announcements

Calendar of Events
  • Apr. 22–25: The BIO International Convention (Chicago, IL) is the largest global event for the biotechnology industry and attracts the biggest names in biotech, offers key networking and partnering opportunities, and provides insights and inspiration on the major trends affecting the industry.
  • Apr. 23–25: INTERPHEX 2013 (New York City) provides the opportunity to touch and source new products from over 650 exhibitors, find solutions by networking with over 8,000 industry colleagues, and learn about the latest industry products and trends through 40+ conference sessions led by subject matter experts.
  • Apr. 30–May 1: ExcipientFest Americas 2013 (Baltimore, MD) offers a wide range of educational, networking, regulatory and scientific activities.
  • May 14–16: IVT’s 2nd Validation Week Canada (Toronto) convenes validation industry experts for a conference and workshops.
  • May 14–16: The Parenteral Drug Association (PDA)/FDA 2013 Glass Packaging Conference and the 2013 PDA/FDA Container Closure Components and Systems Workshop (Bethesda, MD) will discuss key trends and best practices.
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