Combining multiple operations into a single machine
The TwinPro technology (photo) combines two separate batch oral-solid dosage (OSD) processes — high-shear granulation and fluidized-bed drying — into a single process unit running on a single machine. This combination leads to reduced process space, less capital equipment investment, an overall reduction in process time and total elimination of open product transfer. These advantages make it suitable for containment applications. Also being exhibited is the MultiLab, the newest laboratory-scale innovation that incorporates multiple OSD processes into a single R&D unit. This is a modular concept, which includes the primary main module with a variety of optional process modules, including fluidized bed, high-shear granulation, milling, tablet coating and blending technologies. The MultiLab is available for both aqueous and solvent process applications, and solutions are available for containment applications and WIP. Stand 1329A — Glatt Air Techniques Inc., Ramsey, N.J.