Manufacturing Equipment, Solid Dose Drugs

The VENTILUS LE series for production-scale applications from Romaco offers three versions: LE-D for drying processes; LE-G for granulating fine solid particles; and the LE-C for coating them.

The VersaMix Multi-Shaft Mixer from Ross, Charles & Son is designed for large-scale production and enables repeatable batch processing of high-volume viscous applications.

The new system will help accelerate the commercialization of Aston Particle Technologies’ dry particle coating technology.

Ribbon Blenders from Ross, Charles & Son can be used to mix powders, granules, and other dry solids.

Tablet coating from DISONA can handle batch sizes up to 3 kg.

Bosch’s new system for the production of water for injection uses membrane processing and ultrafiltration.

The pharmaceutical industry now has a way to accurately evaluate and compare dust collection systems that are self-cleaning

GEA’s ConsiGma continuous tableting line combined with Siemens’ automation and Sipat data management systems enables continuous manufacturing.

The company will be exhibiting at the 2016 International Fuel Ethanol Workshop and Expo.

High Speed Dispersers from Ross feature a National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) 7&9 Operator Panel and grounding systems.

Tablet presses require regular inspection and maintenance to prevent premature wear and tableting problems.

National Bulk Equipment’s material handling system for non-free flowing materials can be specified to meet cGMP cleanability standards.

Prexima 80 is designed for R&D and small batch production; the single-sided Prexima 300 is for medium production output; and the double-sided Prexima 800 is for high production output.

The Quad Pulse Package PX dust collector from Camfil Air Pollution Control is a compact unit for processes that produce hazardous dusts in high concentrations, with a cleanable filter system that facilitates continuous manufacturing.

The Alpha modular machine platform from Netzsch is designed to mount different grinding systems on the same base platform as appropriate for a defined drive capacity.

IMA Active’s new tablet press machine, Prexima, is designed to deliver higher productivity and efficiency.

The Alpha agitator bead mill from Netzch is designed to mount different grinding systems on the same base platform.

Electronic pharmaceutical tablet counters meet demands for accuracy, flexibility, speed, compact size, easy cleanability, and quick changeover.

Following its acquisition of Innojet Herbert Hüttlin in February 2015, Romaco is now able to offer end-to-end solutions for granulation, coating, and tableting as well as primary and secondary packaging.

Bosch’s market launches at the show include a new bioreactor for laboratory-scale API development, a water-for-injection unit, and a new generation of pure steam generators with high yields.

Hüttlin GranuLean offers a compact solution for high-quality granulation processes.

GEA’s tableting technologies include a unique system that independently and simultaneously measures and controls both tablet weight and hardness, and a weight control system that provides increased sensitivity at lower forces.

GEA will showcase the ConsiGma continuous coater and the PCMM (portable, continuous, miniature, and modular) manufacturing technology platform for continuous production of oral solid dosage forms.

Steve Osborn, product design manager at tablet tooling manufacturer I Holland, spoke to Pharmaceutical Technology Europe about the key considerations for successful implementation of multi-tip tooling in tableting operations.

MG America's TEKNA Capsule Filler has advanced controls to reduce powder loss and maintain optimal performance.