Pharmaceutical Processing articles from March 2007

Pharmaceutical Processing archives from March 2007

Too little too late?(From The Editor)
March 1, 2007... Looking back on it from today, it seems like eons ago that we first heard about the potential safety concerns relating to Vioxx. Since then there have been hearings, trials, jury awards, finger pointing and I'm sure some lost jobs along the...

Self-contained, fully integrated wireless pressure transmitter.(What's Hot)
March 1, 2007... The AWI-P wireless pressure transmitter is for use in rugged, industrial areas where accurate pressure measurements are needed. Available in battery powered and AC powered versions, the AWI-P wireless pressure transmitter includes the wireless...

Metal detector offers enhanced filtering techniques.(What's Hot)
March 1, 2007... The Tablex 2 pharmaceutical metal detector has enhanced filtering techniques which deliver increased online sensitivity to all metal types, including normally difficult to identify non-magnetic stainless steel contaminants. This advanced system...

Air transfer tubes match product, flow requirements.(What's Hot)
March 1, 2007... TT Series Transfer Tubes are air-powered and provide an effective, maintenance-free method for conveying materials at high speed. Featuring a smooth bore that lets materials pass freely without clogging, they operate using the Venturi principle...

Hand pump features a range from vacuum to 600 psi.(What's Hot)
March 1, 2007... The MVP-600 features a nearly "indestructible" vent valve. Pumps all use a Schrader valve which simply slides up and down to release the pressure or vacuum. In addition the pump has a patented Vernier and vent knob design that protects and...

Vacuum mixer homogenizer is a self-contained processing system.(What's Hot)
March 1, 2007... 300 liter vacuum mixer homogenizer is a complete, stand-alone vacuum mixing and homogenizing plant and includes self-contained vacuum, temperature control and CIP systems. Agitation is provided by independently controlled inner and outer...

Temperature transmitter ideal for use with solar or battery power.(What's Hot)
March 1, 2007... The LRX low-power temperature transmitter has an exceptionally low power consumption of only 3mA, ideal for sites where line power is not available. The unit accepts a three-wire 100 Ohm platinum RTD, K-type thermocouple, or direct millivolt...

Bulk container features hinged panel for ergonomic access to product.(What's Hot)
March 1, 2007... The P-333 Ship Shape container features an optional hinged panel that seals shut for secure over the road transport. Designed for the transport and storage of bulk chemicals, pharmaceuticals and other loose, granular and powdered products and...

Staying current with virus testing requirements for biological products: early planning is the key to a smooth process.(Cover story)
March 1, 2007... Many drugs in clinical trials and on the market are characterized as biologicals. Biological drugs are those which are derived from living organisms, such as bacteria, yeast, mammalian cells, animals, and humans. Regulatory agencies have...

eCTD guidance takes center stage: FDA amends guidance for three submission types.(Document Submission)
March 1, 2007... Did your organization make a New Year's resolution to transition to electronic submissions using the eCTD specification? On September 29, 2006, the FDA announced the withdrawal of the guidance for electronic submission of the following three...

Moving online blend uniformity from development to production: how to identify candidates for PAT using NIR.(Process Analytical Technology)
March 1, 2007... Many sub-processes and critical control points have been identified in the tablet manufacturing process as being good candidates for Process Analytical Technology using near infrared (NIR). As the philosophy shifts from process understanding to...

Advanced controller technology solves bisulfite injection control problem for three pharmaceutical manufacturers controller allows precise dechlorination injection.(Pure Water)
March 1, 2007... When three Ohio pharmaceutical manufacturers experienced problems with membrane oxidation, they found a solution with advanced controller technology. They had been injecting sodium bisulfite, a powerful dechlorination agent, to remove chlorine...

Innovation takes center stage at INTERPHEX2007: get ready for what may just be the most innovative INTERPHEX ever!(INTERPHEX2007 UPDATE)
March 1, 2007... INTERPHEX2007 is co-located with PharmaMedDevice 2007, which addresses the convergence of medical device, pharmaceutical, and biotech manufacturing. This exciting new event provides many opportunities for education, the discovery of innovative...

Presence sensor uses infrared technology.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The IS40-P line of sensors use active infrared technology for accurate and adaptive presence detection that is not affected by common factors, such as temperature, that cause other devices to trigger unnecessary door openings. BEA Inc.,...

Bench-top homogenizer.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The Nano DeBEE is an electric bench-top ultra high pressure homogenizer with modular homogenizing cell technology for lab applications. This cost effective electric-hydraulic high pressure homogenizer offers a reliable and consistent process...

Impact mill.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The Turbo Mill BTM incorporates an oscillating rotary valve to feed product into the milling chamber where a rotating stainless steel blade assembly reduces the product particles through impact or cutting. Depending upon application, the blade...

Biowaste system.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The CEI system consists of three zones: holding tank, waste deactivation and cooling. Options are available for seal-less pumps, PLC control and monitoring and PH control before discharging. Waste is stored in an ASME 316 stainless steel tank...

Multiport diaphagm valve.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The Robolux valve is designed for control of ultra pure, sterile, aseptic and steam/CIP fluid paths. It enables optimal sampling, draining or diverting of critical process fluids. The valve range is based on the patented Robolux technology. ...

Air filtration system.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The CamContain Advanced Biocontainment System provides high capacity air filtration and unobtrusive filter system validations for high-containment labs and production spaces. It's fully automated scanning technology allow for non-invasive...

Drug development services.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Bushu Pharmaceuticals Ltd. can assist both Japanese and international pharma/biopharma companies manufacture their clinical trial samples and drug products for the Japanese market through collaborative efforts and partnerships with key drug...

NIR spectrophotometer.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Unit offers the company's self-referencing scheme, for wavelength and amplitude calibration that makes this spectrophotometer easy to use and maintain. The user has a choice of several different detectors, both Silicon and IngaAs. CDI...

Analysis division offers wide range of services.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Cyanta Drug Development Services a spin-off from Chemir Analytical Services helps companies receive approval of their NDA, ANDA, and 510k submissions. Services include extractable and leachables studies, material/physical testing, failure...

Sanitary instruments.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Sanitary process instruments are certified to help users meet regulatory compliance needs--FDA, USP Class VI, 3A, cGMPs, NSF-listed, and European Pharmacopoeia. Company offers pressure instruments, flowmeters, pumps, mixers, tubing, fittings,...

Hands-free dispenser.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The CiDehol ST Sterile 70% IPA line now include a 32oz. dispensing bag to be used with a hands-free infrared dispenser. CiDehol ST is filtered to .22 microns and bagged in a class 100 cleanroom (ISO Class 5). Decon Labs, Inc., King of...

Air filter.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The Ultra-Web[R] SB filter media is designed for dust collection in pharmaceutical processes that face challenges from agglomerative dust. The new filter media is an extension of the company's Ultra-Web line of nanofiber media technology for...

PDF Data Logger.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The Libero PDF Data Logger simplifies cold chain monitoring of temperature sensitive pharmaceuticals. The concept of producing the report (PDF file) within the datalogger removes the need to install and qualify specific software. Elpro...

Containment booth.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The 2.5m LS PharmAir Booth is used for containment during dispensing and sampling The unit has been designed to reduce volumetric airflow and increase fan energy efficiency. The number of filtration modules and specifications has been adapted...

X-Ray Inspection Systems.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The E-Z Tec[R] XR Inspection Systems ensure integrity by identifying contaminants, scanning for missing or broken products, detecting packing voids, confirming fill levels, controlling product and package mass and fat analysis. The touch screen...

Label offers up to 80 pages.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The Faubel-Compact[R] Label offers users enough space to provide required patient information. The label can be combined with other solutions, such as the the Keep-me-up[R] Label, a hanger label that is used to hang up infusion sets. ...

Moisture management simulation.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The SimulSorb service simulates the packaged environment, identifying Moisture Vapor Transmission and Oxygen Transfer rates to calculate moisture and oxygen ingress values. From there, the company can predict the relative humidity of a...

Engineering firms to merge.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Life science engineering firm has acquired PharmaPlan. The new company will operate under the NNE Pharmaplan name. With more than 1,500 employees specializing in pharmaceutical engineering and subsidiary offices in 15 countries, NNE Pharmaplan...

Clamp together ducting.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Quick-Fit ducting is commonly used for air filtration to remove dust, mist and fumes. Benefits and features include: requires half the time and half the labor to install compared to regular ducting; is reusable and can be easily and quickly...

Coding system.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The NGT series of large format thermal transfer coding systems are ideal for pharmaceutical blister packaging applications. Featuring a print engine that can be turned in the frame, the coders maximize production flexibility and increase print...

Conference-at-a-glance.(INTERPHEX 2007[TM]: Conference & Exhibition)(Calendar)
March 1, 2007... Conference-at-a-Glance BIOTECHNOLOGY TUESDAY--APRIL 24 9:00 AM - B1 - Automating Fermentation 10:00 AM 10:15 AM - B2 - Materials of Construction 11:15 PM for Single Use Bioprocess Systems ...

RFID inlay embedded in package.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... "Frequency Flexible" approach can accommodate either HF or UHF inlays. Technology involves the inclusion of the RFID inlay directly into the packaging material. Embedding the inlays in the base of the container makes them tamper evident and...

Construction management.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Firm has completed the construction management of an $18 million R&D pilot plant facility. The project included: constructability review; demolition of the existing interior space; construction of new R&D, QA/QC labs, HVAC systems, process...

Compact fluid bed processor.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The FBDG 1 BT is a 1kg bench top fluid bed processor that comes ready to dry aqueous based granulations. The compact, self-contained, fluidized bed processor can simply be connected to a single-phase power source (240 VAC) and compressed air...

Vacuum mixer homogenizer.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... 1000 Liter Vacuum Mixer Homogenizer is a complete, stand-alone vacuum mixing and homogenizing plant and includes a tiltable mixing vessel. The ability to tilt the vessel can assist in the discharge of product, cleaning inspection, and...

Ultrasonic cleaning system.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The Omega Pharma Pro cleans a wide variety of precision medical components in a compact, portable, space-saving design. Comprising a heated, ultrasonic wash with dual cartridge filtration, the illuminated operator control panel is designed for...

Drum handling system.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Semi automated drum handling and dispensing system provides quick and efficient discharging of drums. System is capable of discharging 30 x 50Kg drums of hygroscopic material by gravity feed into a vessel containing WFI at 85 degrees centigrade...

Airborne particle counters.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The LASAIR II offers complete GMP and ISO features, and a USB port. This portable particle counter calculates and creates reports for EC GMP Annex #1, ISO 14644-1, and FS-209E testing and provides easy sub-sampling for ISO certification. ...

Contract manufacturer.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Company provides integrated lyophilized drug development and aseptic manufacturing services for a variety of large and small molecules. These include proteins and peptides, monoclonal antibodies (mAb), and high potency actives. Patheon...

Fluoropolymer coatings.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Fluorloc coatings remain bonded at limits never previously obtained. Temperatures in excess of 100[degrees]C are possible. The Fluorloc system includes a special surface treatment and profile that is in the range of 40 mils, more than 10X a...

Concrete floor systems.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Polished concrete floor systems are available for floors of all types and ages. System utilizes a clean process eliminating toxic or hazardous chemicals helping pharmaceutical manufacturers meet the strict condition standards that their floors...

Vacuum conveyor.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The C-Series and UC-Series are constructed of stainless steel AISI 316L and powered by the company's pneumatically driven vacuum pumps. Both lines safely and quietly transport 10 to 15 tons/hour of tablets, powders and granules in virtually any...

Shrink wrapper.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The PHARMA--NUTRA multipack shrink wrapper consists of an integrated, single frame collator/wrapper/tunnel system. Features include: heavy gauge, stainless steel construction; removable polycarbonate enclosures; engineered as a complete unit...

Reactor systems.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... ChemFlux reactors allow any chemical or biological process to be monitored, controlled and optimized to help get products to market faster. Systems are based upon patented COFLUX[R] technology that allows faster scale-up through to production....

Capsule filling/sealing.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The LIQFILsuper 40 is a fully automatic capsule filling machine that can encapsulate a wide range of materials. The HI-CAPSEAL 40/100 is a fully automatic capsule banding machine which offers a proven sealing method applicable for any two-piece...

High capacity sifter.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The $20 discharges 360[degrees] allowing for higher capacities and better product flow, especially for hard-to-sieve products. The $20 has a minimal number of parts, allowing for easier clean-up, quicker screen maintenance, and reduced...

Horizontal peeler centrifuges.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Centrifuges offer contained processing due to the automatic discharge knife and blowback residual heel removal system. Complete product recovery is possible without the need to manually remove the solids. Fully opening casing allows for total...

Wet/dry ultrasonic sieves.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The RBF[R] units are manufactured in lab/pilot sizes from 6" to 15" screen diameter and utilize a unique titanium ultrasonic resonator. This resonator, which is externally mounted to the gyratory screen is powered by an auto tuned 200 watt x...

Blow/fill/seal machine.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The Asep-Tech[R] Model 628 features a two-piece stepped base design for easy maintenance and convenient product discharge. Unit has the flexibility to produce sterile, liquid filled, tamper-evident containers ranging in size from 0.5mL up to...

Sightglasses/tank covers.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Covers/manways are offered with or without ASME approval. One piece construction offers total reliability, safety and ease of opening and closing. The material of construction is 316L with optional materials available. The "Pharma" model offers...

Filtration/Containment dust collection unit.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The ABSOLUT Cephir High Filtration/Containment System effectively removes and contains high volumes of extremely fine dust particulates. Cephir features a modular design for easy upgrades, parallel swing doors and a pull-out control cabinet for...

R&D isolator safely handles toxic products.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Modular, six stage isolator line increases safety in R&D activities with toxic products. The unit offers: high containment suitable for OEB 5 products; customized project for an increased ergonomic design; fully PLC controlled to minimize human...

Peristaltic dispensing pump.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Gently undulating peristaltic pump features a sterile closed fluid path that preserves the integrity of fragile products. The closed fluid path assures that sterile product never comes in direct contact with any moving parts before being...

Plastic containers.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Range of plastic containers features products that are UN certified for dangerous chemicals including hazardous waste. Containers also offer an ISO certification; a Hygiene Management System with HACCP certificate and a Drug Master File. Full...

Walking beam flow meter filler.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The Purefil 1000 features fill accuracy up to 0.25% depending on product. Other features and benefits include: programmable product recipes; completely servo driven; speeds up to 300/min. depending on product; and limited change parts to allow...

Particle Size Analyzer.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The Partica LA-950 Laser Diffraction Particle Size Analyzer offers a wide measurement range, fast analysis time, and a powerful sample dispersion system. The optical system design combined with improved components and a highly refined algorithm...

Cleanroom supplies catalog.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Catalog features special products that meet all critical manufacturing, industrial and sanitary standards. The "BEE SMART" symbol throughout the catalog indicates which products can be customized to fit your needs. Connecticut Clean Room...

Drum massager.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Unit is a patented system with multiple sets of massager arms that compress the sides of containers to break up product for easy discharging. A rotating lift platform raises and turns the container to allow for multiple compression locations....

cGMP steam sterilizers.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Units come equipped with mirror finish chambers, modular design for ease in installation and reduced delivery times, non-proprietary components, industry standard PLC's and all stainless steel construction. PrometcoBMT, Woodinville, WA...

Pressure sensitive labeler incorporates outsert unit.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The Master pressure-sensitive labeler includes a non-stop feed, hot melt outsert system. The Master offers programmable servo or stepper bottle plate rotation to allow for fast efficient bottle change over for cylindrical, oval or...

Solid dosage services.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Company has extended its formulation facilities with the opening of a revamped building at its headquarters. The custom-designed facility will operate to full cGMP, providing extended formulation development services in solid oral dosage forms....

Three layer tablet press.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Three-layer press features a new core tableting assembly for more accuracy and precision with tablet within a tablet technology. A patented sealed feed system, which includes special vacuum ports in front of each feed shoe, eliminates...

Heating/chilling system.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Temperature control system offers a combination heating/chilling system for optimal performance. The system is ideal for many applications requiring multiple zone control, and processes requiring both heating and chilling and/or a wide variety...

Sealed vision sensor.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The compact PresencePLUS[R] Pro vision sensor reliably inspects pharmaceutical products for defects during manufacturing and packaging. The Pro is now available in a sealed metal housing with an IP68 rating, for use in harsh or wash-down...

Thumb ratchet.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The Quiet Glide stainless steel 3/8" drive thumb ratchet is designed for quick and easy access to sockets and fasteners in equipment installation and maintenance operations. The tool measures only 1.5" in diameter and fits in the palm of your...

Modular cleanrooms.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... Modular cleanroom systems consist of sandwich insulated wall panels; walk-on/non-walk-on ceiling system; flush inserts gas charged view panels, flush hermetically sealed doors; hermetically sealed light fittings; and HEPA/ULPA filters. ...

Sampling system.(Exhibitor Preview)
March 1, 2007... The NovaSeptum[R] AV (Accurate Volume) system is designed to meet the challenges of aseptic and sterile sampling. The NovaSeptum AV system is a closed, accurate sampling system that enables production personnel to obtain small-volume product...

ROI from RFID: taking a long, hard look at what's required.(RFID)
March 1, 2007... A quote from the great Albert Einstein makes a good analogy for the struggle the pharmaceutical industry and its supply chain are haw ing with RFID when he said, "We can't solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we...

Glass-lined reactor geometry cuts pharmaceutical mixing time by one-third: three-baffle technology improves efficiency.(Mixing)
March 1, 2007... The Corticosteroids Department of Aventis has started up two new, glass-lined agitated reactors that are expected to produce significantly more of the company's products than possible using the conventional reactors previously employed. The two...

Molded silicone stoppers and sealing systems for aseptic applications.(Biopharm Processing: Cool Technology)
March 1, 2007... Molded silicone components consist of stoppers and sealing systems for carboys and vessels bottles laboratory equipment and process and storage containers Components are made from Class VI platinum-cured silicone elastomer for purity....

Membrane filter designed for high containment capacity.(Biopharm Processing: Cool Technology)
March 1, 2007... The EverLUX PES Filter is de signed for very high contaminant capacity, extended service life, and high flow rates when filtering a wide range of biological fluids. The unique asymmetric structure of the EverLUX membrane extends its capacity...

Pump designed for liquid metering development.(Biopharm Processing: Cool Technology)
March 1, 2007... The new 2-1 Development Unit provides process development versatility for liquid metering applications. Flow rates up to 50 ml/min can be delivered by the compact unit's single-piston pump and easy-to-use controls. Pump can be controlled with...

Electromagnetic flow sensor is 3A sanitary approved.(Biopharm Processing: Cool Technology)
March 1, 2007... Fully suitable for simple and effective SIP and CIP, the OPTIFLUX 6000 flow sensor is FDA/3A approved and EHEDG certified. Capable of conductivity of non water >1 [micro]S/cm and water >20 [micro]S/cm, the OPTIFLUX 6000 flow sensor also offers...

Viewing science with a greenish tinge: can "green" be applied in the pharmaceutical industry?(Going Green)
March 1, 2007... For the common man, ethanol (as an alternative fuel) and electric (zero emission) cars are two things that completely describes green technology. However, for people belonging to the scientific/technical field, green technology means much more...

Fill, cap and label machines suitable for barrier isolation environments.(Barrier Isolation: Cool Technology)
March 1, 2007... The Model FPCCL-12H is designed for cGMP pharmaceutical and diagnostic applications. Also available in Fill, Cap, and Label Model FCCL-12H. The unit automatically fills, plugs, caps, and labels in the star-wheel while the container is under...

Photostability chambers meet Option 1 and 2 of ICH requirements.(Barrier Isolation: Cool Technology)
March 1, 2007... The 6500 Series photostability chambers are designed specifically to meet all ICH Option 1 and 2 requirements for photostability testing. Option 1 chambers provide simultaneous UVA and VIS exposure with D65 lamps. Option 2 units, with...

Batch Coater offers containment feature.(Barrier Isolation: Cool Technology)
March 1, 2007... The Accela-Cota Spectrum Batch Coater offers advanced coating technologies and enables the entire spectrum of tablet coating while providing the ability to coat under high containment. The unit's configuration makes possible the efficient,...

Controlled environment chamber is completely integrated.(Barrier Isolation: Cool Technology)
March 1, 2007... The ETS Model 532 is a completely integrated, microprocessor controlled system including state-of-the-art operating systems designed to control humidity from >10-95% R.H. with an accuracy of [+ or -] 2% at 72 [degrees]F (22 [degrees]C) at the...

Implementing state-of-the art inspection systems: suppliers and manufacturers have a stake in ensuring clean and compliant processes.(Inspection Technologies)
March 1, 2007... Customers are placing high demands on pharmaceutical manufacturers to produce sensitive, cost-effective and regulatory compliant inspection technology. This article examines how metal detection equipment suppliers can combine forces with...

Glove boxes provide a physical barrier between user and materials.(Laboratory Equipment: Cool Technology)
March 1, 2007... The Precise Basic Glove Boxes are designed to allow the user to customize them with their choice of over 60 different accessories to meet specific applications. Features include a one-piece molded, medium-density polyethylene shell with a...

Helium and nitrogen purifiers provide point-of-use service.(Laboratory Equipment: Cool Technology)
March 1, 2007... The HP2 helium purifier provides "point-of-use" purification of helium or other noble gases to sub-ppm levels of impurities. The NP2 is similar, purifying nitrogen to sub-ppm levels of gaseous impurities. The purification substrate in these gas...