PharmaConnect® ‘plug and play’ approach enables a number of diverse process modules from GEA Pharma Systems brands to be docked to ONE control module. A range of standard sizes are available to handle batch quantities of:
- 1 and 3 litres for development scale, the optimal
choice for the first steps in recipe and process
development using very small quantities of active
material
- 5, 10, and 15 litres, an intermediate scale for
continuation of product development
- 30 and 60 litre for pilot scale production
However, the modular format of PharmaConnect® allows special modules to be used for customer’s specific needs. For example non-standard capacities, different shapes, or even different materials such as glass.
NICA™ Pelletizing Modules
The NICA™ Extruder module is based on unique low-shear technology designed to minimise work input and temperature rise. It is ideal for sensitive products which could be damaged by more intensive systems. A wide range of extrusion screen sizes and configurations are offered, for optimization of pellet diameter, surface quality and size distribution.
The NICA™ Spheronizer module features a smoothedged, close-fitting friction wheel for good sphericity of pellets and a tight pellet size distribution. This patented design eliminates problems of edge-milling and undesirable fines, common with traditional technology. Optimization of the process is achieved by choice of cycle time, wheel speed, product loading, friction pattern and regulation of air-flow
past the wheel periphery.
In addition, Aeromatic-Fielder is also offering o the typical high shear granulation module and for its TRV high speed blender. Further modules for other GEA Pharma Systems products will be available in the future.
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