Pharmaceutical Processing articles from February 2004

Pharmaceutical Processing archives from February 2004

Powder dispensing feeder system.
February 1, 2004... The EASYPLOW system is designed for use on drams, bins or intermediate bulk containers. The system permits mass flow to be achieved from any container and is also capable of achieving batch accuracies of better than 1 gram, with most powders....

Stainless steel industrial computers.
February 1, 2004... Stainless steel bezels allows the AllenBradley[R] VersaView[R] Industrial Computers and Monitors to meet the needs of many applications. The stainless steel models, available in 15" and 17" touch and no-touch versions, carry the NEMA Type...

Data logger.
February 1, 2004... The HOBO UI2 Stainless Temp Logger is a stainless steel data logger designed for applications where highly accurate temperature data is critical. The logger measures and records temperatures from -40[degrees] to 125[degrees]C and can withstand...

Encapsulation system.
February 1, 2004... The Granurex is a multi-functional rotor processor for granulating, coating, and drying. Fine particles of less than 100 microns can be built up into a bead shape by powder layering or with a suspension coating solution. The conical rotor...

Packaging.(Technology Update)
February 1, 2004... Products, equipment and supplies used for packaging pharmaceuticals are described in this section. Special highlights include packaging materials, vertical packaging machines, tablet counters, case unloaders, and heat sealing equipment. Check...

Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing.(Editor's Spotlight)
February 1, 2004... A variety of products designed to assist you with your biopharmaceutical scale-up and manufacturing operations are featured in this section. Highlighted products include: ovens and sterilizers, fermenters, valves, mixing devices, filter...

21 CFR Part 11.(Editor's Spotlight)
February 1, 2004... This continuously evolving regulation continues to pose a challenge to pharmaceutical manufacturers. Inside this section you will find a variety of products designed to assist with 21 CFR Part 11 compliance. Featured products include: process...

Illegal drugs--a growing problem.(Editor's Picks)
February 1, 2004... The FDA has released the findings of its second series of import "blitz" examinations conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency. The examinations uncovered 1,728 unapproved drugs, including "foreign...

Conveyor guide rails: designed for strength and cleanliness.(Editor's Pick)
February 1, 2004... Conveyor guide rails feature a stainless steel sheath with a "C" design that is clamped and inserted into the UHMW to create a rail which is 20%stiffer than U-shaped side guides and fits tightly to eliminate gaps. Easy to wash down and clean,...

Particle size analyzer: low-volume liquid sample handling unit.(Editor's Pick)
February 1, 2004... Unit is designed for use with the Saturn DigiSizer[R] 5200 laser particle size analyzer. This low-volume system requires only 1/5 or less the liquid volume of a "standard" system to carry the sample. The unit is fully automated and offers an...

Hand-held wand: eradicates mold, bacteria and other surface contaminants.(Editor's Pick)
February 1, 2004... The Steril-Wand uses the company's patented UVC technology for decontamination of surfaces infested with mold, bacteria or viruses. The user slowly passes the hand-held device closely over the contaminated surface, allowing the energy from the...

PEEK tubing: precise sizes offered.(Editor's Pick)
February 1, 2004... TexFluor PEEK miniature tubing is available for applications in a wide range of equipment requiring high chemical resistance at elevated temperatures, low ionic extractables and out-gassing, radiation resistance, and USP Class VI compliance....

Stainless steel window kit: for heavy duty windows.(Editor's Pick)
February 1, 2004... Stainless steel enclosures can now be ordered with stainless steel window kits. These rugged tempered plate glass window kits are available for use with the company's Increased Safety Terminal Enclosures and General Purpose NEMA Type 4, 4X, 12...

Pilot plant: for trial studies and other investigational work.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... The BRO/BUF comes equipped with a 1.2 m long B1 tubular module, 'allowing cross-flow of process liquor over a membrane area of 0.9[m.sup.2]. For applications requiring nanofiltration and reverse osmosis, the unit can be equipped with up to six...

Anti-Tamper Lock: protects assets and prevents accidents.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... The Anti-Tamper Lock (ATL) reduces the risk of human error or deliberate tampering. Operation of the ATL is simple: the normal condition of the device in service is locked, with the handwheel flee-rotating. Operation involves three steps: first...

Vessels: models for lab to batch production.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... Vessels are available from 5 to 5,000 gallons. Vessels can be manufactured for with options for heating, cooling, pressure, vacuum, outlet valves and finish. Lee Industries, Inc. Use InfoLINK 4B1131 or Call 800-369-8814 ...

Data acquisition systems: wireless.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... Systems include "all components needed to sense, collect, transmit, receive, record, store and graph obtained data. Standard software is included with all units. Software compliant with 21 CFR Part 11 is available. Systems include data logging...

Metering pump: maintains precise feed rate.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... The PZiA Electronic Metering Pump features an integrated, automatic discharge volume control. Special circuitry is built into the unit to allow for on-board calibration of pump flow under actual process conditions. Once calibrated the pump can...

HDPE packers: available in eight sizes.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... High density polyethylene packers with a "B-Line" body style is available in eight sizes ranging from 60cc to 300cc. The line is available in 60cc, 75cc, 100ce, 120cc, 150cc, 180cc, 220cc and 300cc sizes. Alpha Packaging Use InfoLINK...

Tray tilter: stainless steel/powered.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... System accepts and discharges up to 70 plastic trays containing palletized product and includes a custom motorized discharge gate with stainless steel blade and FDA white product contact belt. Gate indexes upward, allowing product from one row...

Carboy caddy: safe way to move large items.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... Caddy is a safe way to move large carboys or containers and helps eliminate heavy lifting and back strain. It supports loads up to 360 pounds. The shell" is made of phenolic board with melamine high-pressure laminate surface that resists...

Shrinksealer: for mid-level speed tamper-evident shrinkbanding.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... The Model 65 has a capacity of up to 200 containers per minute (CPM) and a full body shrinksleeving up to 160 CPM. With a quick-change sleeve diameter capability from 3/8" to 3 1/4" and a band height range from 5/8" to 8", the unit can handle a...

Temperature data loggers: in-transit.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... The SL150 and SL151 data loggers record the temperature of goods while in storage or transit. The data acquired while goods are in storage or transit can be downloaded for analysis at any time. They are used to assure that the products being...

Solids TOC analyzer: stand-alone.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... Analyzer operates as a stand-alone analyzer or as an option for either the Model 1010 or Model 102A ROC Analyzer. It is a semi-automated system for analyzing solids, sludges, slurries for TC, TOC, and TIC. It uses USEPA-approved combustion...

PID Module: 32 zone.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... The CSPID2 Dual PID Module offers "drag and drop" configuration and down loadable PLC drivers in a high density, 32 zone/single node module for dedicated PID control outside of the PLC. The compact controller design offers DIN-rail mounting,...

Sterile filling and capping system: increased flexibility and output.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... The FMB210 monobloc system is designed for filling vials, insertion of lyophilization or injection plugs, and overseal capping of aluminum caps. The system has an output of up to 85 units per minute and is ideal for sterile filling of liquid...

Stainless steel luminaire: compact and UL-listed.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... The USL 33/35 luminaires are designed for the illumination of the interiors of a variety of sealed vessels such as reactors, fermenters, mixers, pipelines and boilers. The 316 stainless steel body measures 4.15" in length including the...

X-Ray inspection equipment: for pipeline use.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... The [X.sup.3] line offers the company's AutoTrack Technology, which enables multiple upgraded X-ray inspection capabilities. The dual Pentium, Windows NT-based unit can analyze data at high speeds. With standard Ethernet connection, modern...

Welcome to INTERPHEX.
February 1, 2004... Dear Industry, Colleague, Welcome to INTERPHLX2004--our 25th Anniversary event! For 25 years INTERPHEX has been the annual meeting place for pharmaceutical manufacturers to network, learn and obtain knowledge to help them produce products....

Modular process systems: complete line of products.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... Family of specialty companies provides quality equipment and components for hygienic industries with single source convenience. From stainless steel 'tanks, heat exchangers and filter housings manufactured by Allegheny Bradford Corporation, to...

Print and apply labeler: versatile and reliable.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The Model 400 Print and Apply Labeler achieves vertical and horizontal labeling of vases and cartons at speeds up to 50 per minute. With optional application t NJM/CIJ Booth NO. 529 Use InfoLINK 4B1171 or Call 800-369-8814 ...

Small character inkjet printer: for in-line medical/pharmaceutical package printing.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The InteliJet R is powered by HP technology, and provides high resolution printing on Tyvck[R], medical paper, and all porous materials. The InteliJet R is designed to print all twenty-four Windows Unicode languages, dynamic and fixed text,...

Heat transfer system: for closed loop temperature control.(ExhibitorHighlights)
February 1, 2004... The SL Series heat transfer systems are designed for closed loop temperature control of high temperature heat transfer fluids. These completely packaged systems are designed for operating temperatures of 550-750[degrees]F. SL series standard...

Microbial air samplers: for use in cleanrooms and isolators.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The RCS Isolator samples 100 liters of air per minute and is controlled via remote keypad or by remote control. It features an integrated rechargeable battery and the airflow is contained inside the instrument housing. All RCS Air Samplers...

Environmental control and security systems: assists with facility regulatory compliance.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... Company designs and manufactures environmental control and security management systems for the pharmaceutical and bioteeh industries. Systems offer a secure, comfortable and efficient environment for both regulated and non-regulated facility...

Sterilization system: uses chlorine dioxide gas.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The Cloridox-GMP chlorine dioxide gas sterilization system provides a rapid and effective method to decontaminate isolators, rooms and passthroughs as well as to sterilize products or components. System offers a fully integrated, sterilant...

Homogenizer: bench-top.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The Micro DeBEE Laboratory Homogenizer delivers high processing energy with pressures adjustable to 45,000 PSI. The air-powered unit provides continuous flows to 250 ml/min and features the company's patented MODULAR Homogenizing Cell with no...

Oral dispensing system: all plastic.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... System features a unique all plastic two-piece oral dosage dispenser with a patent pending flexible wiper design, eliminating the need for a rubber wiper. With no silicone coated rubber parts used in the design, the risk of choking or product...

Process control components: designed for safe operation.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... Process control components are designed for pharmaceutical processing applications where motor-driven valve actuators and other electrical actuation devices are prohibited due to safety, space or cost issues. The Copar unit, a quarter-turn...

Electronic counter: for lower speed applications.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The Quantum electronic counter offers ease of use and accuracy at an economical price, as well as quick delivery. Tiffs compact 12-track machine has no change parts, and for cleaning purposes, all contact parts can be quickly removed without...

Recirculating Lamaport: 100% leak tight design.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The Recirculating Lamaport has been recently redesigned and features many new improvements. The system allows the user to transport product to and from a classified area in a sterile environment. The recirculating design is ideal for...

Mixing system: for mixing cell culture media, buffers, process liquids.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The Mixtainer system, provides a convenient method of mixing cell culture media, buffers, process liquids, bulk product, and resuspending of process fluids and microcarrier solutions, in a single-use, closed and contained system. The Mixtainer...

Performance Management solution set: real-time.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... Brochure details the company's Real time Performance Management solution for process manufacturing environments. The brochure describes the offerings of the Invensys solution set including: Real-Time Finance helps companies articulate dynamic...

Sterilizers: comply with all cGMP requirements.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The S Series Sterelizers are designed and manufactured to comply with all pertinent cGMP requirements. The interior is manufactured with a fully welded 304L-2B stainless steel liner. All interior corners are formed with a 3/4" radius to provide...

Water purification software: records historical real-time data.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... Explore Data software is now available for the company's next generation Elix[R] and RiOs water purification systems. The advanced software records historical real-time data to better monitor water quality and system performance. This...

Production-scale fermenter line: expanded to 1,500 liters.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The BioFlo Pro Fermenter line of large-scale fermenters has been expanded to include models sized 75 1,500 Liters. Fermenters are modular in design, offering ready customization, quick delivery, and the ability to expand system capabilities as...

Balance enclosure: top mount.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... Enclosure features a reconfigured fan/filtration system housed on top of the acrylic enclosure providing maximum containment with minimal space and energy requirements while maintaining excellent visibility mad superior ergonomic features. An...

Liquid filler: continuous motion.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The Contiline is a linear, continuous motion liquid tilting and closing monoblock style machine, featuring 8 rotary piston pumps with 8 screw heads. The Kugler monoblock machines offer short product transportation distances and a particularly...

Sterilizing grade filters: allows for economical filtration system design.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... Supor[R] EKV 0.2 micron sterilizing grade filters are designed for the economical filtration of buffers, biologicals, tissue culture media, ophthalmic products and other biopharmaceutical fluids. These polyethersulfone membrane filters contain...

Pail/drum/bucket handling: for pharmaceutical applications.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... LIFT-O-FLEX[R] 17000 Series Electric Lifter with Manual Clamp and Pour Attachment in stainless steel and anodized aluminum construction is ideal for clean room applications. Suitable for pails, drums or buckets with weights up to 80 lbs. for...

Automatic tablet inspection system: under a barrier.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The ATI tablet inspection machine inspects 2500 tablets/min in a bar tier system. The ATI ensures that only perfect tablets will reach the patients while the inspection is done without put ring operators health at risk. Seidenader...

Vacuum support: for rupture disks.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... For processes that operate under vacuum conditions, a rupture disk with vacuum support ensures that the disk doesn't collapse under differential back-pressure and operates correctly. Company's one piece vacuum support eliminates potential...

Peristaltic filling systems: highly accurate.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The Multi Filling System offers a smooth, seamless process in which the sterile product come in contact with only medical grade silicone tubing and the filling needle. When the process is completed, the tubing can be easily cleaned, or treated...

Bioreactor: improved performance.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The redesigned version of the SYSTEM200 Wave Biomactor[R] features Cellbag[R] pressure control and monitoring, improved linear motor drive for quiet. controlled operation, dissolved oxygen control and perfusion capabilities for constant media...

Manufacturing and packaging services: fluid bed and high-shear granulation capability.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... Company has completed the installation of an Aeromatic / Niro MP-5 Fluid Bed professor and a Vector GMX 600 liter High Shear Granulator at their production facility in Norwich, NY. The equipment is installed in a containment facility capable of...

Rotational lining system: for stainless steel tanks and vessels.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The FluoroPure[R] fluoropolymer rotational-lining system creates a seamless, bonded fluoropolymer internal lining for stainless steel tanks and vessels used in the transport and process of critical materials used in the life science's industry....

O-ring compounds: meet FDA and USP Class VI healthcare standards.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... Company provides o-ring seals in 24 specially-formulated elastomer materials that comply with FDA standards for rubber compounding with non-toxic and non-carcinogenic ingredients. Five of these specially formulated elastomers are also compliant...

Refrigeration and environmental storage equipment: complete line.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... Company manufactures a complete line of refrigeration and environmental storage equipment. Products include environmental rooms, stability chambers, and pharmacy refrigerators and freezers, blood bank refrigerators, plasma freezers,...

Vibratory screener: improves the purity of pharmaceutical powders.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The Vibrasonic Spiroscreen enables pharmaceutical powders to be screened on finer meshes with more accuracy than ever before. This increases the value of the sieved powders as well as improving the quality of the final products they are used to...

Radial diaphragm valve: features new plastic pneumatic actuator.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The DR series radial diaphragm valve is now available with a polyethersulfone actuator, which offers resistance to caustic wash-down. In addition, the live-loaded body seal controls cold flow of the PTFE diaphragm and maintains the body seal...

Lyophilizers: pilot and production scale.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... Lyophilizer models range from 30 up to 420 square feet of shelf area. Configurations include internal or external condensers. Systems are custom built to meet specific requirements. Refrigeration options include reciprocating or screw...

Sterile alcohols: cost-effective.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... TexShield Sterile 70% Isopropyl Alcohol and Sterile 70% Isopropyl Alcohol with WFI maintain their sterility assurance level throughout prolonged normal use. The bottles are recyclable and the contents can be completely dispensed. The TexShield...

Filters and strainers: in-line.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... Free-Flo in-line stainless steel fiters and strainers are specifically designed for the removal of unwanted particles from process line content, providing added protection and longer service life for pumps, valves, heat exchangers and other...

Industrial wiring solution: for process applications.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... Catalog contains the company's line of industrial wiring solutions developed for process applications. Receptacles, drop cords, junction boxes, home-run cables and accessories comprise a complete wiring system designed for process applications....

Outsert system: electronically controlled.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The MV-2001 Outsert System produces outserts that are 50% larger, 20% more compressed, with up to 120 panels at 20% higher speeds. It is electronically controlled for ease of setup, operation and changeovers. The system also spot glues to keep...

Benchtop Crossflow System: system monitors and automatically controls and records flow rates and pressures.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The Sartoflow Slice 200 Benchtop Crossflow (TFF) System is designed around the Sartocon Slice 200 (200 [cm.sup.2]) Cassette. The system includes a Sartorius precision balance, stainless steel Sartocon Slice 200 Cassette holder, 500ml reservoir...

Laser coders: easy to integrate.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The SmartLase 110 and 130 coders provide an ideal balance of performance, safety and flexibility in a small package that is easy to integrate and cost effective to own. The SmartLase 100 Series are digital, compact CO2 laser coders ideal for...

Cleanroom door: saves time and energy.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The Labo 5 Forum is ideal for clean room applications where sanitary conditions are a must. The doorframe is created from a composite material, making it completely washable and ensuring that rust and re-painting are never an issue. The smooth...

Dryer: fluidized bed.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The Vibration Dryer (V-Dryer) is a unique fluidized bed dryer that does not require a fluidizing gas. Particles are fluidized by a specially designed vibrating hopper that both mixes the particles and enhances the indirect heat transfer...

Clamps: precision-fit.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... Sanitary clamps are designed and precision manufactured for sanitary service. Specifically intended to meet the demanding requirements of pharmaceutical and biotechnology research and processing, they are rated for applications at temperatures...

Peristaltic pump: increased power, control and flexibility.(Exhibitor Highlights)
February 1, 2004... The 520 U/R's streamlined case is smooth and sweeping with no puddling, bug traps or vertical spills. The only maintenance required of the 520 U/R is changing the tubing. Additionally, the 520 U/R offers a new pumphead design allowing for a...

Interphex 2004: conference at a glance.(Calendar)
February 1, 2004... Tuesday, March 16,2004 Session presented by Session presented by The Boston Chapter of The New Jersey Chap- ISPE ter of ISPE ...

2004 PharmaDiscovery: conference at a glance.(Calendar)
February 1, 2004... Tuesday, March 16,2004 ADME/Toxicity Assay Design 9:00 am- INTERPHEX Feature Event: INTERPHEX Feature Event: 10:00am What to Expect from the What to Expect from the ...

PharmaSourcing & Services 2004: conference at a glance.(Calendar)
February 1, 2004... Tuesday, March 16, 2004 9:00am - INTERPHEX Feature Event: 10:00am What to Expect from the FDA and How it will Impact Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: A Conversation with Dr. Janet Woodcock,...

Vertical packaging machine: for packaging breath strips.(Packaging)
February 1, 2004... The V-506 incorporates an automatic feeding system with floor mounted bulk hopper and elevating conveyor. Packs are unscrambled, oriented and fed in two rows to the packaging machine. Printed foils are then sealed ,around the packs. The...

Tablet counter: high-speed servo-driven.(Packaging)
February 1, 2004... The Cremer CF1220-4 features four counting heads and a four-lane filling conveyor with a servo-driven infeed divider and a servo-driven collection device to maximize productivity within a space-saving 24-foot footprint. The unit accurately...

Case unloader: designed to accommodate variations in case specifications.(Packaging)
February 1, 2004... The Model 49 decaser automatically unloads glass or plastic bottles and containers from necks-down reshipper cases, single files the containers and uprights the emptied cases to be conveyed to the case packer at speeds to 75 cases per minute....

Carton designs: address FDA mandated OTC requirements.(Packaging)
February 1, 2004... Design Relief cartons feature extended panel and pull-tab designs that offer additional room for drug facts without compromising shelf space. The Food and Drug Administration's new labeling, tided "Drug Facts", will make it easier for consumers...

Heat sealing equipment: high-speed.(Packaging)
February 1, 2004... High speed, child resistant, carded and walleting systems can handle the multi-layer chip board construction used in the development of selective seal, perforated window and multiple door pharmaceutical packaging. Machine designs provide...

Windows-based human machine interface: 21 CFR Part 11 compliant.(21 CFR Part II)
February 1, 2004... InteractX offers advanced development interface and graphics, and was developed specifically for machine control and OEM needs. Interface includes OS-independent 21 CFR Part 11-compliant features such as user lockout, adding unique users,...

Validation software: for managing compliance projects including validations and Part 11 assessments.(21 CFR Part II)
February 1, 2004... V 4.0 of The Validation Manager software is designed for managing compliance projects including validations and Part 11 assessments. Features include: electronic traceability matrix for creating link relationships; testing module permits screen...

Microsoft Excel add in: enables full compliance with 21 CFR Part 11.(21 CFR Part II)
February 1, 2004... Solution 11 XL is an add-in for Microsoft[R] Excel enabling full compliance with 21 CFR Part 11. Features include: easy installation over a network, unique export facility for signed documents, encrypted audit trails, seecure user access...

Process simulators: for dynamic and steady state process analysis.(21 CFR Part II)
February 1, 2004... Simimica MB defines process operations such as stream adding, stream splitting, component separation, and chemical reaction. With dynamic simulator, Simimica CTL, the suite of functions is extended to include time varying functions for transfer...

Asset Management System: now 21 CFR Part 11 compliant.(21 CFR Part II)
February 1, 2004... The Synergen Series is an Enterprise Asset Management/Computerized Maintenance Management System. It enables enterprises to improve asset performance, streamline and improve their maintenance program, improve supply chain performance, and...