Pharmaceutical Processing articles from February 2003

Pharmaceutical Processing archives from February 2003

Moisture analyzer.
February 1, 2003... The MA45 will perform most moisture analyses in under 15 minutes, depending on the sample. The unit offers a manually adjustable semi-automatic mode in addition to the timer mode and a full automatic mode of end-point determination. The...

Inductor/disperser.
February 1, 2003... The Ytron "PID" is designed to convey and disperse difficult-to-wet powders into a liquid solution, in a single pass, with the push of a button. The unit can be used continuously as part of either an inline or batch process. Quadro Inc.,...

Hand/glove dryer.
February 1, 2003... The Steri-Dri provides warm, clean, contamination-free air for drying hands in the cleanroom. Welded construction minimizes the areas which may harbor contaminants, while the Ultra Low Penetration Air (ULPA) filter eliminates particles down to...

Process vessel.
February 1, 2003... This 300 liter portable process vessel is made from 316L stainless steel, and is ASME code-stamped for 300[degree]F and 100 psig/full vacuum. The piping assembly features ITT Pure-Flo[R] valves, including sample and sterile access valves, and...

A dangerous world. (Editor's Picks).
February 1, 2003... As I sit and write this only days after the Columbia tragedy and a week after the explosion at the pharmaceutical plant in North Carolina, I can't help but think that the world we live in is at times a strange dichotomy. On one hand we have...

Humidifier: redesigned for easy maintenance. (Editor's Picks).
February 1, 2003... The STS Steam-To-Steam Humidifier now features a top cover that can be easily removed without disconnecting vapor hose or dispersion piping. A new large side cleanout plate allows direct access to the heat exchanger for inspection and cleaning....

Process actuation and control system: remote. (Editor's Picks).
February 1, 2003... The AirLINE Type 8644 remote process actuation and control system offers ON/OFF and continuous valve functionality, electronic input/output, and Fieldbus connectivity in a single, compact, rail-mount assembly. Compatible with Phoenix Contact...

Synthetic oil for rotary blower applications. (Editor's Picks).
February 1, 2003... PneuLube is a synthetic oil specifically blended for rotary blower applications and can quadruple oil life expectancy. Due to its high viscosity index, PneuLube can be used in both low and high temperature applications, providing a single...

Large PET packers for bulk nutritional supplements. (Editor's Picks).
February 1, 2003... Large size polyethylene terephthalate PET packers are available in 500cc, 625cc, 750cc and 9500cc sizes. The sizes are ideal for nutritional supplements and other powdered products sold in "value packs." The PET resin is less breakable and more...

Wash system: indirect steam heating. (Editor's Picks).
February 1, 2003... Wash system is designed to meet pharmaceutical and food grade environments. Indirect steam heating for washing or drying. Soap metering for interior and exterior wash/rinse applications. Configured to wash drams, containers and variable sized...

What you need to know now!
February 1, 2003... In a time of unprecedented change throughout the pharmaceutical industry, staying current with cutting-edge technical education is the ultimate "good manufacturing practice." If you're in the pharmaceutical industry, you've got a lot to...

Sterile grade filters: high performance. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... Sartopore 2, Sartorius' family of polyethersulfone filters has been optimized to give up to double the flow rate and total throughput of other sterilizing grade filters. Broad chemical and pH compatibility, combined with low protein adsorption...

Temperature and relative humidity data logger: self-contained. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The TRH-1000 data logger is a self-contained electronic recording device that records temperature and relative humidity. The unit is ideal for use in confined settings, and can be mounted on walls or other surfaces. The data logger has a...

Pressure and temperature loggers for steam sterilization. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The ebro[R] Model EBI-125A-PT is designed for direct use in autoclaves. The built-in temperature compensated ceramic pressure sensing element and the PT 1000 temperature sensor combine with ebro[R] WINLOG 2000 software to provide measurement...

Flow meter: sanitary/electromagnetic. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The TMF-series Electromagnetic Flow Meter features: ceramic liner with large elastomeric seals for durability and reliability in high temperature, vacuum, and solids applications; specially designed circuitry that simplifies installation by...

Agitated kettles: inclined. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... Single-motion, dual-motion and counterrotating double-motion agitators can be custom-designed as inclined units when a combination of blending and folding are required. Gentle incline blending protects delicate products from damage and...

Acid cleaner: biodegradable, low-foaming. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... Citrajet cleaner is formulated for automated cleaning equipment such as laboratory warewashers, dishwashers, washer-sterilizers, washer-sanitizers, cart washers, spray washers, electrocleaners, ultrasonic cleaners and clean-in-place systems....

Rotary Lobe Pumps for ultra-clean liquid processes. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... SX Rotary Lobe Pumps offer a wide choice of models for a high level of hygienic operation. With connection sizes between one and six inches in diameter and flowrates up to 500 GPM, the pumps can handle high-pressure ratings up to 220 psi and...

Shrink bundler: dual lane. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The Model 708HBD-32 shrink bundler is designed specifically for the pharmaceutical and health and beauty industries. Standard features include low maintenance conveyor belts, a user-friendly operator interface and stainless steel construction....

Visual inspection sensor: camera-based. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The PresencePLUS Pro is a camera-based visual inspection sensor. The sensor transforms complex machine vision systems into a simple, easy-to-use and affordable sensor. Unit captures images and analyzes them using one or more vision tools to...

Tablet press: tabletop. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The FA R&D tabletop tablet press features 16 stations and has been designed for today's research requirements. The press will allow research work to more closely correspond to higher speed operating conditions without the need of a large floor...

Screening machines for processing powders and bulk materials. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... Company offers tumbler screening machines for fine and ultra-fine screening with high performance and multiple mesh cleaning systems; vibratory screening machines for fractionating and dedusting; safety screening machines flat design. The...

Vial inspection machine: high-speed. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The HDB Series Pinhole Inspector is a high-speed electronic leak detection system capable of inspecting up to 24,000 vials per hour. The non-destructive high voltage inspection allows defects such as cracks, pinholes or incomplete seals under...

Contract lyophilization services: focus on identifying and optimizing critical process parameters. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... Company offers contract lyophilization services that focus on identifying and optimizing critical process parameters in bulk lyophilization. Company has developed a variety of delivery and wound dressing systems ranging from lyophilized...

Aerosol particle counter: uses a thermally-chilled, solid state diode laser. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The LASAIR[R] II--110 is a full-featured monitor that uses a thermally-chilled, solid state diode laser to count 0.1 [micro]m particles. The unit stores 3,000 samples, providing unique data collection and recipe features that make cleanroom...

Silicone molding: expanded capabilities. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... Company has announced the expansion of their silicone (LIM) molding division. Increased capacity and staff allow Amesil to meet the needs of their clients. Custom and standard crevice free silicone molded configurations are designed in house to...

Granulators/extruders: consistent results. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... Company offers its Twin Dome Granulator, a unique low pressure extruder, and the GMP Circle Feeder, for feeding hard-to-flow materials. The Twin Dome Granulator's unique dome shape allows extrusion capability down to 0.3 mm diameter and...

Ultra high-pressure homogenizer: provides constant process conditions. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The DeBEE[R] 2000 Pilot Plant Homogenizer delivers adjustable pressures up to 45,000 PSI at flow rates to 1 liter/min. Closed-loop pressure control assures constant process conditions for consistent results with high process efficiency. The PLC...

Feeders and sanitary vacuum conveyors: expanded line. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... K-Tron Soder stainless steel pharmaceutical feeders are now available in gravimetric as well as volumetric models, single screw as well as twin-screw models. All models are designed to GMP guidelines. Feeders that meet the requirements of the...

Mixing system for sealed vessel applications. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The BioMixer is designed for biological and pharmaceutical processes, sanitary duties and mobile vessel applications. Easily installed on sanitary flanged vessels, the BioMixer seals quickly to minimize contamination. With a patented design...

Calibration software uses a distributed web architecture. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... Calibration Manager 4e enables organizations to host applications centrally and allow separate departments and facilities access from anywhere in the world. The software's design and feature set makes it easy to standardize policies and...

Explosion prevention technology for material handling and processing applications. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... Company provides Type IPD explosion suppression technology and explosion vents to provide protection of equipment by venting, suppression, isolation, or a combination of techniques. The modular IPD Suppression System uses cost effective...

Mass Flow Controller for gases. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The Type 8712 Mass Flow Controller (MFC) lets pharmaceutical manufacturers accurately regulate mass flow of gases. Designed for neutral, non-contaminated gases, this bypass MFC offers nominal flow rates of 20 mlN/min to 50 IN/min. The unit...

Industrial flat panel monitors: more touch screen options. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... Company offers Near Field Imaging (or NFI) touchscreen technology components from 3M/Dynapro with its flat panel monitors. This includes all bezel configurations and the recently released Class I Division 2 rated products. Christensen...

High density feedthroughs allow multiple insulated wires to be installed through a single port. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... High density (HD) mechanically sealed feedthrough assemblies permit insulated wires to be installed through a single port for accurate chamber profiling and product validation in sterilizers, cryogenic chambers and freeze dryers. HD assemblies...

Granulator allows for continuous throughput of materials. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The BCG Continuous Granulator combines granulating, drying and milling in a single operation, allowing for the production of formulations with active concentrations as high as 96%. A unique kneading action allows the introduction of water...

Rotary capper: fully-automated. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The RW-200 Westcapper[R] utilizes fixed rail sealing technology for seal integrity. The first in first out hoppering system that is designed to reduce particulate from the aluminum seals has been moved to the discharge side of the capper. Unit...

Washers for cGMP applications. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The PRO and PCM models have been designed to meet the demand for cGMP compliant, high performance washing and drying systems. Washing items requires validation control so that every cycle is accurate and complete. Validation is accomplished...

Bilayer press. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The Piccola 10-18 station bilayer tablet press is designed for R & D. This press with SMI instrumentation shortens the development process. SMI is the source for all your solid dosage requirements from research through production. Includes...

Foil liners: form-fit. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... Liners form-fit the container and fill without wrinkles. Foil barrier liners offer moisture, odor and oxygen protection and are ideal for UV and environmentally sensitive products. The flexible, puncture and tear resistant material has...

Enclosures help maintain washdown environments. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... Watershed[TM] Enclosures, UL 4X rated stainless steel freestanding and wall-mount enclosures, are designed to help prevent accumulation of contaminants by eliminating areas where water can pool. The patent-pending enclosures are certified by...

Diaphragm valves: weir-style. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... GSI series weir-style diaphragm valves are designed and manufactured to meet stringent industry requirements. Valves are available with Kwik-Clamp and TS series sanitary clamp and tube butt weld end connections. Shutoff valve bodies are forged...

Filter products: high performance. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... Company provides fluid bed dryer bags, centrifuge liners, round rings, Nutsche bags and associated items that meet stringent requirements. Gasketed Nutsche bags combine the installation and removal ease of a bag design with the sealing security...

Filter manager eliminates bottlenecks in biopharmaceutical process development. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The Palltronic[R] Filter Manager is specifically designed to shorten the process development cycle during process validation as well as scale-up and scale-down operations. The fully automated filter manager precisely simulates production...

Tablet presses: fast product changeover. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The Xpress[TM] line of tablet presses includes the Xpress[TM] 700 double-sided tablet press. Xpress presses provide fast product changeover using a simple removable turret system and "stepped cabinet" design for easy access to pressure rolls....

Rotary actuator: quarter-turn. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The Copar unit is a quarter-turn rotary actuator available in single-acting or double-acting design. Both provide the force necessary to directly operate process control ball-, butterfly-, and throttle-type valves, not only to their fully open...

CIP pump: expanded offerings. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... CIP pump line has been expanded to handle applications with flow rates up to 400 gpm and generate up to 250 feet of head. The FZX 2000 Series liquid-ring pump for CIP return reduces the amount of expensive high purity chemicals used in CIP and...

Bio-pharm fittings: manufactured in accordance to ASME BPE specifications. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... Fittings are manufactured in accordance to ASME BPE specifications. In addition to heat numbers being permanently etched, a manufacturing job number is also etched. This ensures total traceability. These fittings are available in sizes 1/2"...

Thermal process controls: compliant with 21 CFR Part 11. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... Company offers a complete computer controlled and electronic data acquisition system for thermal processing equipment. The system incorporates all the necessary features of Part 11, including audit trails, security, and archivable data. The...

Contract manufacturer acquires fluid bed processor. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... Company has purchased an Aeromatic-Fielder MP5 fluid bed processor that provides the capability to granulate, coat, and dry products that have been validated using similar technology and ensures more effective transfer of products from captive...

Pressure controls: standard and custom products. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... Brochure offers standard and custom regulators, valves and electropneumatic controllers for gas or liquid control from sub-atmospheric to 20,000 psig. Pressure reducing, back pressure, two-stage, changeover regulators, vacuum pressure and...

Cone mills: two new models. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... New cone mills offered include an under-driven unit and a traditional top driven mill. The under-driven model accommodates larger size feedstock and facilitates remote mounting of the drive, making it ideal for clean rooms and/or explosive...

Stability/photostability chambers: offered with IQ/OQ/PQ validation services. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... Services are provided by an independent ISO 9002 validation service company and includes validation protocols for Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ). Service is designed to...

Grinder: ideal for GMP applications. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The GMP Gran-U-Lizer, is ideal for GMP applications requiting a narrow particle size distribution with fines reduction of up to 75% over traditional hammermill technologies. The unit can reduce, or in some cases eliminate, screening and repeat...

Process flow systems: high purity modular/skidded systems. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... Process flow systems are manufactured in a controlled 100-percent stainless environment to avoid cross-contamination from other metals. Built to stringent cGMP's, modular or "skidded" systems, allow businesses to put a segment of their...

Agitated kettles: inclined. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... Single-motion, dual-motion and counterrotating double-motion agitators can be custom-designed as inclined units when a combination of blending and folding are required. Gentle incline blending protects delicate products from damage and...

Machine vision sensor: color. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The Series 500 SmartImage Sensor family features totally self-contained "smart cameras" with high resolution (1280 x 1024), high speed (inspections at 9,000 parts per minute), and color recognition. Units feature built-in Ethernet connectivity,...

Packaging machinery uses Generation 3 technology. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... PacDrive automation technology enables Gen3 packaging and converting machinery performance. PacDrive automation technology enables this newest generation of blister, liquid, transdermal, wrapping, pouching, cartoning, case packing, robotic and...

Metering and dispensing systems: nearly pulseless flow. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The NovaFlow[TM] provides users with a near pulseless flow for metering applications while continuing to deliver extreme accuracy and repeatability. NovaFlow will be incorporated into the existing NovaSpense technology. The focus of the...

Shipping container for small airfreight shipments of pharmaceuticals. (IPIC '03 Exhibitor Highlights).
February 1, 2003... The CLD is available on a rental basis and its size enables it to be loaded into the majority of aircraft types, including narrow body jets. Active temperature control system maintains a stable interior temperature for up to 84 hours,...

IPIC '03 conference-at-a-glance.
February 1, 2003... IPIC '03 Conference-at-a-Glance Monday, March 31, 2003 Time Sessions Sessions ISPE Open presented by presented by Forums * ...

Genzyme streamlines business processes with collaboration, knowledge management system. (Editor's spotlight: 21 CFR Part 11).
February 1, 2003... Genzyme Corporation has embraced collaboration and knowledge management technology to improve operations and to support FDA compliance. Since 1995, the company has evolved its use to improve operations and to make the system a fundamental part...

The clash between compliance and the bottom-line: a solution to align opposing forces. (Editor's spotlight: 21 CFR Part 11).
February 1, 2003... The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) increased scrutiny of manufacturing operations as a result of 21 CFR Part 11 has placed new demands on pharmaceutical and biotechnology manufacturers, forcing them to re-evaluate the technology...

AspenTech and Aventis announce strategic agreement to improve manufacturing operations. (Editor's spotlight: 21 CFR Part 11).
February 1, 2003... Aspen Technology, Inc. has reached an agreement with Aventis to extend AspenTech's pharmaceutical manufacturing and compliance solution to Aventis' primary and secondary manufacturing plants worldwide. The solution provides Electronic Batch...

ABB upgrades Novartis plant to 21 CFR Part 11. (Editor's spotlight: 21 CFR Part 11).
February 1, 2003... ABB will upgrade the Novartis Torre Annunziata plant in Italy, allowing the site to have multi-purpose fermentation production capabilities. Although the Torre Annunziata site is mainly focused on finished pharmaceutical manufacturing with...

Clear pouches available in roll form. (New Products).
February 1, 2003... EZ Bubble-Out Bag On a Roll feature 3/16" air cushioning made from a coextruded polyethylene/nylon blend. A foldover flap features a peel strip, which is removed to reveal a pressure-sensitive adhesive. Pouches can be accessed from a dispenser...

Level Transmitter: high sensitivity and stability. (New Products).
February 1, 2003... The Model LA620 Smart 2 RF Impedance Two-Wire Level Transmitter can be used as a stand-alone device, in conjunction with hand-held computers or configurers, and can be used with DCS and computer-based process control systems. It is ideal for...

Sample storage system: fully automated. (New Products).
February 1, 2003... The Individual Vial Retrieval (IVR) system provides automated access to individual vials stored at temperatures down to -80C. The system offers a high-speed conveyor system that shuttles samples to one or more Vial Handlers. The Vial Handlers...

Dropper bottles and dispensers: seven different stock sizes. (New Products).
February 1, 2003... Cylindrical bottles are available in seven different sizes ranging from 5 mL to 100 mL, and are supplied with closures and dropper assemblies that fit the containers' standard 18 mm neck finishes. Available in amber glass, the bottles come with...

Level and pressure transducers: submersible. (New Products).
February 1, 2003... The Series 750 is ideal for use in highly viscous and slurry environments and is designed to perform under extremely adverse, reactive conditions. Applications include lift stations, storage tanks, level control, and pump control. The unit is...

Double planetary mixer with patented mixing blades. (New Products).
February 1, 2003... The DPM is available in sizes from 1/2 pint to 750 gallons. Unit can incorporate the patented "HV" blade design. This blade configuration allows use of the mixer for materials having a viscosity up to approximately 6 million centipoise. The...

Hot oil system for heating jacketed tanks and autoclaves. (New Products).
February 1, 2003... System features low watt-density Incoloy 800 sheath heating elements that are arranged to provide even heat inside the tube bundle. A "buffer tank" design solves oil degradation problems associated with hot oil reaching the expansion tanks...

Sanitary ball valves for flush-bottom, in-line and multi-port applications. (New Products).
February 1, 2003... Fluid-Flow valve line consists of 1 1/2" through 4" flush-bottom, two-way, and multi-port valves. Standard features are fully-encapsulated seals, full-port design, and sanitary No. 4 finish I.D. A No. 4 finish O.D. is offered as an option, as...

Mass flowmeters: multi-variable. (New Products).
February 1, 2003... The Promass 80E measures mass, volume, density and temperature in a wide range of fluids. The unit has an accuracy of +/-0.35% in liquids and +/-0.75 in gas. The transmitter has a two-line, backlit display, allowing two measuring variables to...

New world headquarters at Sweco includes advanced testing facilities. (Industry News).
February 1, 2003... Sweco has recently opened its new multi-million dollar world headquarters in Florence, KY. The 25,000 square-foot expansion to its current manufacturing facility includes state-of-the-art laboratories, test cells and observation rooms where...

Entegris Inc. acquires Electrol Specialties Company. (Industry News).
February 1, 2003... Entegris, Inc. has announced that it has purchased the complete assets of Electrol Specialties Company (ESC) in a cash transaction. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. ESC, an Illinois-based company, is a market leader in Clean-In-Place (CIP)...

USP's Pharmacopeial Forum (PF) is now available online. (Industry News).
February 1, 2003... The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) has announced that its Pharmacopeial Forum (PF) is now available online. PF Online provides the same important preview of proposed changes to the United States Pharmacopeia and National Formulary (USP-NF),...

Truck and scale: explosion-proof. (New Products).
February 1, 2003... Forklifts feature an intrinsically safe electronic digital scale that permits weighing materials on the forklift without having to transfer the load to a floor scale. The scale is simple to use with menu-driven operation, selectable units of...

Pressure regulators for ultra-pure liquids. (New Products).
February 1, 2003... Series PRU features a convoluted Teflon diaphragm to sense and control downstream pressure in a piping system. The regulators will handle inlet pressure to 120 psi. Downstream pressure can be set from 5 to 100 psi. The internal flow path...

Diaphragm pumps: air-operated. (New Products).
February 1, 2003... Pumps are available in polished stainless steel, PTFE, PP and aluminum. The nonmetallic pumps are machined from solid blocks of PP and PTFE to ensure the highest possible stability of shape with less stress on the body. The polished stainless...

Profibus interface: fast data transfer. (New Products).
February 1, 2003... Profibus network interface is designed for the company's 3000 Series Multi-Scale Weight Controller, Filler Dispenser and Master Display. Profibus allows the fast transfer of time-critical application information at speeds of up to 12 Mbaud. A...

HART[R] Transmitter for temperature applications. (New Products).
February 1, 2003... The Model TH Transmitter can be configured with the HART Communicator or with a PC and HART modem. The transmitter allows the company's thermocouple and RTD sensors to be easily integrated with systems and equipment using HART communication...

Bottle caps: chemically inert. (New Products).
February 1, 2003... Caps are suitable for many lab applications include connecting tubing to inert fluidic systems, solvent reservoirs or waste bottles. Made from PTFE, inert qualities make them ideal for use with aggressive CIP solutions. Caps come in three basic...

Modular cleanrooms: turnkey. (New Products).
February 1, 2003... Cleanrooms feature battenless metal clad partitions that insure smooth surfaces with a tight seal that prevent temperature/humidity loss or gain. These partitions require no screws or clips but use a patented design steel stud with roll formed...