Researchers Seek Solutions to Tablet Sticking
Experts, including researchers at I Holland, Natoli, and Rutgers University’s Engineering Research Center for Structured Organic Particulate Systems, are seeking a greater understanding of the fundamental causes of tablet sticking and are developing predictive models to more quickly find solutions to specific sticking problems.

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Best Practices for Restricted Access Barrier Systems in Aseptic Manufacturing
RABS is a flexible barrier system that maximizes product control but minimizes operator interaction when best practices are followed.
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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 Presscan 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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Brabender Pharma USA
Brabender® Pharma USA, Inc. introduces the innovative PTSE 12/36 EC, a 12mm Stand-Alone Table-Top Twin-Screw Extruder especially designed for Hot Melt Extrusion applications. The clamshell barrel with removable barrel liner offers quick cleaning and sterilization plus easy analysis of the extrusion process. The segmented screw elements offer numerous processing capabilities and adaptability to easily meet specific needs. Click here for details |
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Tekleen Automatic Filters Inc
TEKLEEN® self-cleaning water filters provide the ultimate solution in the pharmaceutical industry where dirty water is a problem. The filters operate on line pressure alone. The self-cleaning process is triggered by a pressure differential and is accomplished in seconds without interrupting the main flow. The TEKLEEN® filters are all offered in stainless steel construction at carbon steel prices.
For more information please visit www.tekleen.com |
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- Werum’s PAS-X software for manufacturing execution systems now includes preconfigured, “out-of-the-box” content packages for pharmaceutical companies.
- A Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS) module for NanoSight’s NS500 nanoparticle tracking analysis instrument extends lower detection limit to 4 nm.
- The Bosch FHM 1000 is a laboratory device for flexible filling of liquid pharmaceuticals.
- Sensotech’s LiquiSonic concentration analyzer performs inline measurement of cleaning baths.
- The Ismatec Reglo Independent Channel Control Peristaltic Pump from Cole Parmer lets users individually control the flow and direction of each of three channels.
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- Sept. 16–18: The 2013 PDA/FDA Joint Regulatory Conference (Washington DC) will include updates from FDA speakers and case studies from pharmaceutical companies.
- Oct. 7–8: 2013 PDA’s Visual Inspection Forum (Bethesda, MD) will provide interactive case studies, explore a new USP draft chapter in development for visual inspection, and discuss new developments in the field of visual inspection.
- Oct. 9–10: At the Process Validation Conference: Practical Application of the Lifecycle Approach (New Brunswick, NJ) participants will hear from industry experts and regulators instrumental in developing FDA guidelines.
- Oct. 21–23: The PDA 8th Annual Global Conference on Pharmaceutical Microbiology (Bethesda, MD) is dedicated to advancing science and regulation for global pharmaceutical microbiology.
- Oct. 22–24: IVT’s Validation Week (San Diego, CA) covers topics including validation of process, computer, equipment, method, facility, and cleaning.
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