Pharmaceutical Processing articles from September 2005

Pharmaceutical Processing archives from September 2005

Direct-to-consumer advertising update.(From the Editor)
September 1, 2005... We are all aware of the power of advertising. From the latest tasty snack to the flashiest new cars we are constantly assaulted with ads imploring us to go out and get the latest and greatest products. It's really been no different with...

Gasket eliminates extrusion risk in piping.(What's Hot)
September 1, 2005... GYLON BIO-LOK[R] gaskets are available for all sizes of triclamp fittings and are dimensionally stable--withstanding temperatures up to 260[degrees]C without deformation. Controlled compression during manufacture ensures that the gasket will...

Mixer can be used with materials of any viscosity or density.(What's Hot)
September 1, 2005... The FlexMixer is a single-use mixing vessel that can be used to mix materials of any viscosity or density difference. It can be scaled to over 10,000 liters, and does not have any internal impeller or actuator. An integral perforated diaphragm...

Lab Worktables feature superior corrosion resistance.(What's Hot)
September 1, 2005... The MetroMax[TM] Lab Worktable addresses a wide range of laboratory requirements while providing a high level of corrosion-resistance. Built from advanced polymers that include Microban[TM] antimicrobial product protection, MetroMax Lab...

Thermoregulation equipment offers high cooling capacity at low temperatures.(What's Hot)
September 1, 2005... Line of high precision thermoregulation equipment offers high cooling capacity at low temperatures with temperature ranges from -120[degrees]C to +400[degrees]C. and heating and cooling capacities between 0.1kW and 130 kW. The Plug & Play...

Filler features a rotating and traversing bag fill carriage.(Material Handling)
September 1, 2005... When using FIBC's, the bag support carriage and fill head lower to a programmed operator height, extend towards the operator, then rotate for "reach-free" bag strap and spout connection. Material Transfer & Storage Inc., Allegan, MI 49010....

Palletizer designed for washdown environments.(Material Handling)
September 1, 2005... The FL10 floor-level palletizer is constructed of corrosion-resistant materials to ensure hygienic safety. These include stainless steel frame and rollers, and washdown-duty bearings, motors and gearboxes. Washable using a diluted chlorine...

Universal marking system designed for terminal blocks.(Data Management)
September 1, 2005... Universal marking system has the capability to mark terminal blocks of most manufacturers, and wire markers (both wrap around adhesive type and tube insert type), as well as panel and push button nameplates. The software that is included with...

Data matrix decoder operates in demanding conditions.(Data Management)
September 1, 2005... The PIATI_XPL is capable of operating in either area or line scan mode, and ensures outstanding decoding performance even when reading codes under challenging and demanding conditions, The unit is able to decipher codes in virtually all...

Portable data logging/data analysis system features a large display.(Data Management)
September 1, 2005... The DaqPRO is a low-cost, compact, and portable 8 channel data acquisition and logging system. Unit features a large graphic display and powerful analysis functions. Every channel can be independently programmed for use with a wide variety of...

Data logger capable of withstanding up to 30 days of submersion in dry ice.(Data Management)
September 1, 2005... The In-Transit FlashLink Probe-less Dry Ice Data Loggers, Models 20061 (5-Day logging capacity) and 20062 (15-Day logging capacity) are designed and tested to withstand up to 30 days of continuous submersion in dry ice. DeltaTRAK Inc.,...

Seven steps to PAT: a roadmap for drug quality.(Cover Story)
September 1, 2005... Pharmaceutical manufacturers have their work cut out for them. When it comes to drug dissolution/release rates, even the FDA notes that pharmaceutical quality assurance and control are predominantly based on data taken from relatively small...

Pressure gauges offers increased information.(Process Components)
September 1, 2005... The Ashcroft[R] types 2032, 2132 and 2232 gauges offer features such as max/min value, alternate unit of measure or dampened value if required. Powered by battery, line or directly from a loop, these gauges do the work of a pressure switch or...

Fiber optic luminaire is ex rated and CE compliant.(Process Components)
September 1, 2005... The Lumiflex provides an intense light output from 24, 120 or 230-volt halogen filament lamps through fiber optic guides for illumination ports. Combined sight/illumination ports are available for video surveillance. L.J. Star Inc.,...

Tracking pharmaceutical Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).(Pharma-IT)
September 1, 2005... Industry Trends It's been said that the only constant in the universe is change. There is perhaps no industry today that is feeling the effects of change more than the pharmaceutical industry. In particular, big pharma is feeling the...

High-purity skids adapt to difficult biopharmaceutical production.(Applications)
September 1, 2005... In order to meet critical production requirements for a clinical trial of a new treatment for Pompe disease--and help save the lives of those involved in the trials--the biopharmaceutical manufacturer Genzyme turned to ITT Industries' Pure-Flo...

Compact pneumatic actuator for automatic valve control.(Process Components)
September 1, 2005... The Series PCD and PCS actuators feature a four piston rack and pinion design for high torque output. The PCD model is a double acting actuator and requires air pressure for both open and close cycles of operation. The PCS model is an air to...

Ball valve features flanged ends for easy installation.(Process Components)
September 1, 2005... Series BV2 electric and pneumatic flanged ball valves offer ANSI 150# flanged ends for easy installation. The valve features a blowout-proof stem for added safety, reinforced Teflon seats and seals for longer life and a 316 stainless steel ball...

Technology helps nutraceutical company meet growing demand for diagnostics testing.(Applications)
September 1, 2005... According to the FDA and Nutrition Business News, the nutraceuticals industry has grown from a $32.7 billion-a-year industry in 2000, to an $83 billion-a-year industry in 2005-global revenue growth of nearly 150%. Nutraceuticals include...

Temperature humidity meter offers accuracy, data storage and full range of temperatures.(Instrumentation)
September 1, 2005... The 971 measures temperature, dew point or wet bulb from -20 [degrees]C to 60 [degrees]C (-4 [degrees]F to 140 [degrees]F, +/-1.0 [degrees]F) and measures relative humidity from 5 percent to 95 +/-2.5 percent RH. its 99-point data storage...

Small volume shear cell available for rheometer.(Instrumentation)
September 1, 2005... This fully automated, small volume shear cell enables users to extend the range of shear testing applications on the FT4 to include those for which only very small amounts of sample are available. This includes many pharmaceutical actives, and...

Semi-micro balances available in single and double range units.(Instrumentation)
September 1, 2005... The SM Series of four semi-micro balances are available with a readability of 0.01 mg (10[micro]g). The series feature the SM50-Single range 50g x 0.01mg; the SM99-Single range 99g x 0.01mg; the SM124D--Dual range 40g x 0.01mg & 120g x 0.1 mg...

Spectrophotometer incorporates high resolution digital imaging.(Instrumentation)
September 1, 2005... The QDI 2000 UV-visible-NIR Microspectrophotometer is designed for spectral analysis of microscopic samples as small as 1 micron. Unit is capable of microspectroscopy by transmission, reflectance, fluorescence and even depolarization. The...

Pressure and temperature recorder intrinsically safe for hostile environments.(Process Components)
September 1, 2005... The PRTEMP1000IS records both measurements independently at user-programmable reading intervals from 1 every 2 seconds to 1 every 12 hours. Featuring a stainless steel pressure strain gauge and an internal pressure sensor, it will store up to...

Selector switch increases component level control.(Process Components)
September 1, 2005... The SensEject key-operated selector switch detects the presence or absence of a key in control equipment and automatically ejects the key, which prevents inadvertent or unauthorized operation. When operators insert the key into a SensEject...

INTERPHEX2006 targets the industry's hot button issues: new pavilions and new programs help identify solutions to critical challenges confronting drug manufacturers.(Interphex2006 Update)
September 1, 2005... In its recent Critical Path initiative, the FDA addressed the need for "targeted scientific efforts to modernize the techniques and methods used to evaluate the quality of medical products as they move from candidate selection and design to...

PAT speeds manufacturing, delivers consistent quality.(Special Report: PAT)
September 1, 2005... PAT, the FDA's new process analytical technology initiative, is a system for designing, analyzing and controlling manufacturing processes based on timely measurements of critical quality and performance attributes of raw-materials, in-process...

Sorbent panels control odors, gases and particulates.(Process Components)
September 1, 2005... Each CF4A adsorber module assembles into a built-up bank of gaseous and particulate filtration with 85 pounds of adsorbent per 200 cfm, a prefilter of any depth and a final filter of any depth. Adsorber section feature corrosion-resistant,...

Cabinet oven designed for glassware depyrogenation.(Process Components)
September 1, 2005... The No. 962 is a 500[degrees]F electrically-heated Class 100 cleanroom cabinet oven that can be used for pass-through depyrogenation of glassware. Unit features 4" insulated walls, a Type 304, 2B finish stainless steel exterior with 1/2" inside...

FDA program enhances safe use of Accutane.(Industry News)
September 1, 2005... The FDA has announced a strengthened distribution program for isotretinoin, called iPLEDGE, aimed at preventing use of the drug during pregnancy. Isotretinoin (Accutane and its generics) is a highly effective drug for severe recalcitrant...

GeoPharma acquires controlling interest in antibiotic facility.(Industry News)
September 1, 2005... GeoPharma, Inc. recently announced that, through a newlyformed subsidiary, it has acquired substantially all of the assets of Consolidated Pharmaceutical Group, Inc., an antibiotic manufacturer located in Baltimore, Maryland. The acquisition...

FDA approves Actonel[R] with calcium.(Industry News)
September 1, 2005... The FDA has approved Actonel with Calcium, a product that provides the fracture protection of Actonel tablets conveniently packaged with calcium tablets. Actonel with Calcium is the first prescription osteoporosis therapy to include calcium....

Epimmune and IDM S.A. join forces to become IDM Pharma, Inc.(Industry News)
September 1, 2005... Epimmune Inc. and IDM S.A. recently announced the completion of their previously announced business combination and related transactions. The combined company, incorporated in Delaware and headquartered in San Diego, is named IDM Pharma, Inc....

NexBio receives $6 million grant for development of a novel influenza medicine.(Industry News)
September 1, 2005... NexBio, Inc. has announced that the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), a component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has awarded the company a $6 million Phase II SBIR Grant to further test the company's...

Targeted Genetics announces the appointment of Roger L. Hawley to its Board of Directors.(Industry News)
September 1, 2005... Targeted Genetics Corporation has announced that it has appointed Roger L. Hawley to its board of directors. Mr. Hawley brings over 18 years of expertise in the pharmaceuticals industry coupled with broad sales, marketing, business...

Isis Pharmaceuticals extends drug discovery collaboration with Lilly.(Industry News)
September 1, 2005... Isis Pharmaceuticals has announced the extension of its antisense drug discovery collaboration with Eli Lilly and Company. As the initial four-year term of the broad, strategic alliance comes to its pre-planned end, the companies are extending...

Variable static mixers available in a range of flows.(Process Equipment)
September 1, 2005... The Variable Head Loss Static Mixer consists of two in-line static mixers in series: one with a fixed plat and the other pivoting to achieve a mixing range from 1/2 to 10 FPS with a head loss of 3 psi from 1/2 to 8 FPS. Mixers are available in...

Sterile visual flow indicators are FDA compliant.(Process Equipment)
September 1, 2005... Indicators provide operators a clear view of virtually any process pipeline fluid or fine powder. They feature an internal-flush style that is 3-A approved with FDA compliant materials, based on an O-ring seal design that minimizes traps where...

Self-cleaning grate in housing automates operation.(Process Components)
September 1, 2005... The Self-Cleaning Model GH-12 Drawer Grate In Housing is ideal for applications where the process is continuous and cleaning occurs during operation. Unit combines the extreme strength of Rare Earth magnets into a totally automated...

Floor coatings cure in 24 hours.(Process Components)
September 1, 2005... The Floor Savers line of coatings are high-performance, non-VOC formulations for protecting concrete floors, walkways, ramps, platforms, and wall against harsh chemical, solvents, hydrocarbons, acids and alkalis. Easy to apply, the coating can...

Flexible hose available for dust/fume removal.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... CVD hose line is constructed of clear, flexible PVC and is offered in four styles to match specific dust, fume removal and ventilation requirements. Hi-Tech Hose, Inc., Georgetown, MA 01833. Call 800-451-5985. InfoLINK Enter...

Pressure sensitive labeler handles various containers.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... The Auto-Colt III handles round, oval, square and rectangular containers from 1 to 14 inches in height and from 5/8 to 7 inches in diameter. NJM/CLI, Lebanon, NH 03766. Call 800-432-2990. InfoLINK Enter 006-50901-132 at...

Closures available in a variety of styles.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Available styles include smooth and fine-ribbed, child-resistant and tamper-evident, as well as dispensing and dropper closure systems. Healthcare Packaging Group, O.Berk Co., Union, NJ 07083. Call 908-851-9500. InfoLINK Enter...

Conveyor parts kits reduce downtime.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Kits are easy to order, designed for fast installation and let the user have the correct parts on hand. The kits include drive and idler spindle kits. Dorner Mfg. Corp., Hartland, WI 53029. Call 800-397-8664. InfoLINK Enter...

IP 67/68 control cabinet I/O extensions safely extends cabinet functions.(Process Control & Automation)
September 1, 2005... Designated the 757 Series, this unit safely extends control cabinet functions out into the field and locally on the machine or process. The 757 Series is available in 4, 6, or 8 ports per box with either 4 or 5 poles per port (5 pole versions...

Panels provide machine and process control.(Process Control & Automation)
September 1, 2005... Compact standard enclosure for 125HP through 350 HP VLT Series drives provide a complete control solution in nearly any industrial, HVAC, or water and wastewater application that utilizes variable frequency drives for machine and process...

Digital valve controller alerts plant personnel of impending problems.(Process Control & Automation)
September 1, 2005... FOUNDATION Fieldbus-based Fisher[R] FIELDVUE[R] DVC6000f digital valve controller features fast, accurate response, and built-in valve diagnostics that help process manufactures improve control and availability while reducing maintenance costs....

Power supply withstands environmental conditions.(Process Control & Automation)
September 1, 2005... This UL listed Power Supply is suitable to be mounted directly onto the machinery frame as it does not require any protective enclosure to guarantee safety and environmental protection. ASI, Carlisle, PA 17013. Call 877-650-5160. ...

Trends in brand protection: steps to take to protect your products.(Solutions)
September 1, 2005... Counterfeiting in the pharmaceutical industry is a prevalent factor in the mainstream media, with news stories and television reports hitting the public almost once a week. And the number of pharmaceutical conferences devoted to product...

Swagelok[R] Company Biopharm Services offers a full line of fluid system and tubular products.(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... Company Description and Markets Served Established in 2003, Swagelok Biopharm Services Company (SBSC) is a strategic business unit of Swagelok Company and is dedicated to developing and manufacturing an extensive line of fluid system...

Analysis system takes images of every particle.(Process Instruments)
September 1, 2005... The FlowCAM[R] Benchtop II takes high-resolution, digital images of individual fluid-borne particles, measures particle size, length, width, shape, fluorescence and other parameters and also records the data in an interactive scattergram for...

Supercritical fluid extraction system for varying analyses and processing challenges.(Process Instruments)
September 1, 2005... The SFT-100 is designed to perform extraction in a supercritical fluid media. Reliable, dual sapphire syringe pump technology rapidly and accurately pressurizes the unit's stainless steel vessel which is capable of containing supercritical...

DPT Laboratories: a DFB Company.(COMPANY PROFILE)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... DPT Laboratories A DFB Company 318 McCullough San Antonio, TX 78215 (866) Call DPT (225-5378) Fax: (210) 829-8733 confidence@dptlabs.com www.dptlabs.com Company Overview Our scientists have a passion...

Allegheny Surface Technology.(COMPANY PROFILE)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... Allegheny Surface Technology 14 Egbert Lane Lewis Run, PA 16738 (866) 266-9293 Fax: (814) 368-7011 jknapp@alleghenybradford.com www.abccorporate.com Company Overview One of the Allegheny Bradford family...

DRIAM USA, Inc.(COMPANY PROFILE)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... DRIAM USA, Inc. PO Box 4216 Spartanburg, SC 29305 (864) 579-7850 Fax: (864) 579-7852 info@driamusa.com www.driamusa.com Company Overview During Interphex 2005 in New York City, Driam USA, Inc. introduced...

Flow Sciences, Inc.(COMPANY PROFILE)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... Flow Sciences, Inc. Manufacturing Facility: 2025 Mercantile Drive Leland, NC 28451 (800) 849-3429 Fax: (910) 763-1220 info@flowsciences.com www.flowsciences.com Company Overview Flow Sciences, Inc....

The latest Pharmaceutical Processing news from FDC Reports.(Regulatory Update)
September 1, 2005... FDC Reports, an Elsevier Science Company, produces several weekly and monthly news periodicals of significant interest to the Pharmaceutical Processing community. Each month, Pharmaceutical Processing magazine will offer select highlights from...

"Drug Watch" listing removal criteria need greater clarity--PhRMA.(Regulatory Update)
September 1, 2005... FDA's criteria for removing a product from the proposed "Drug Watch" website are subjective and will make it difficult, if not impossible, for a drug to be taken off the list, the Pharmaceutical Research & Manufacturers of America said, The...

Non-inferiority trials for oncologics too rigid, Bristol says.(Regulatory Update)
September 1, 2005... FDA's approach toward non-inferiority trials for cancer drugs is "excessively rigid," especially for targeted therapies and agents that seek to demonstrate improved safety, Bristol-Myers Squibb said "The recent FDA position on...

Public Citizen Meridia petition denied.(Noted)
September 1, 2005... Public Citizen Meridia petition denied: Abbott's Meridia (sibutramine) will remain on the market after FDA denies Public Citizen's 2002 petition to withdraw the weight-loss drug. In its Aug. 9 response, FDA acknowledges some risks associated...

Singulair allergy label expands.(Noted)
September 1, 2005... Singulair allergy label expands: FDA approves broader allergy indication for Merck's Singulair for the "relief of symptoms of allergic rhinitis" in pediatric patients July 27. New indication for Singulair (montelukast sodium) is for treatment...

WellPoint PBM president.(Noted)
September 1, 2005... WellPoint PBM president: Former AdvancePCS executive Renwyck Elder joins WellPoint as president-pharmacy benefit management and senior VP, the insurer says. Elder will be responsible for developing and executing WellPoint's strategic direction...