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March 2015
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Production Lines
Advances in Process Analytical Technology Improve Understanding
Real-time, noncontact imaging and spectroscopy techniques provide insight into pharmaceutical processes.

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Now on PharmTech TV - The winners of the CPhI-Pharma award for Best Innovation in Process Development discuss their search engine to discover enzyme functionalities.


Coming to Interphex - PharmTech educational programming on the show floor will include expert presentations on serialization, continuous solid-dosage manufacturing, advances in tableting, the contract services market, and cell-therapy commercialization.

In The Mixer
Removing Aggregates from Monoclonal Antibodies
Several chromatographic resins are available for downstream purification.

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Troubleshooting Editor's Picks

Automated Syringe Handling Helps Manual Inspectors
A new machine is designed for inspection of prefilled syringes.

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Editor's Pick product

Editor's Pick product

The Parsum IPP-80 probe from Malvern Instruments enables inline particle-size measurement for real-time monitoring of agglomeration, coating, and granulation processes.
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Editor's Pick product

A XT 600 double-rotary press from Korsch is geared toward high-volume production of single and bi-layer tablets.
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Showcase (Sponsored)
Leistritz- Twin Screw Extruders and Systems
Leistritz manufactures twin screw extruders and systems for continuous mixing/devolatilization of API's with carriers. Both lab scale and production scale equipment is available, and applications include melt extrusion and granulation. Pelletization and film/sheet downstream equipment is available. Services include a process NJ development laboratory and ongoing training/workshops.
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Natoli
A world-leading tablet compression solutions provider, Natoli Engineering Company uses the highest quality materials to create efficient, durable and highly performing tablet compression tooling. We manufacture all punch configurations including single-tip, multiple-tip, micro tab, exotic shapes, IMA Comprima, die table segments and more, from a variety of high-quality steel types and specialty coatings. Request a quote and view informative content on our website. Learn more
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Tablet Press for Premum Large Batch Production
Fette Compacting America's FE75 Tablet Press is a double-sided rotary press that can be equipped with up to 115 punch stations to produce more than 1.6 million tablets per hour. Ideal for the premium production of large batches, the FE75's four compression rollers feature a special control system for direct compression, enabling the machine to operate with two intermediate pressures. www.FetteAmerica.com
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Product Announcements
  • Umetrics' SIMCA 14 multivariate data analysis software uses input from spectrometers and conventional process sensors to model batch and continuous processes.
  • Kason’s screen replacement program for round vibratory screeners decreases downtime and cost and offers screens designed for any make or model of screener.
  • GEA Niro Soavi’s pandaPLUS 2000 is a tabletop laboratory homogenizer that is designed for nanoparticles, nanodispersions, nanoemulsions, and cell disruption.
  • Ross' SysCon PLC-based Control Systems are designed for control of automated processes including mixing, pumping, and chemical dosing.
  • Labconco's RXPert Filtered Balance Systems are Class I enclosures that contain powders and particulates during hazardous drug manipulation.

Calendar of Events
  • Apr. 21–23: INTERPHEX 2015 (New York, NY) brings 12,000 pharmaceutical professionals together with more than 600 suppliers and combines exhibition, education, workshops, partnering opportunities, and networking events.
  • Apr. 27–29: The 16th Annual Computer & Software Validation conference (Philadelphia, PA) reviews current global regulations and best practices.
  • June 1–3: ISPE/FDA/PQRI Quality Manufacturing Conference (Washington, DC) will include open dialogue on the most critical changes to policy and regulations of manufacturing, facilities, quality systems, CMC, and lifecycle management.
  • June 2–4: IVT’s Annual Microbiology Week (Philadelphia, PA) will cover topics such as rapid microbial identification technology, environmental monitoring, and preparing for FDA audits.
  • June 8–10: The 2015 AAPS National Biotechnology Conference (San Francisco, CA) will cover themes including chemistry, manufacturing, and controls (CMC) for biomanufacturing.




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