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New device automates online measurement of surface moisture in bulk materials
DewTector® is a new moisture-measuring device designed to provide reliable, automated online measurements of surface moisture content in bulk materials, particularly plastic pellets. The patent-pending device offers an economical, simple and reliable method to help plastic manufacturers and recyclers monitor…
These ultrafiltration modules for lower biofouling feature ultra-small pores
The F-HFUG Series ultrafiltration (UF) membrane module is designed for wastewater reuse, helping to improve lower-biofouling performance of reverse osmosis (RO) membranes and stabilize long-term operations. Proprietary micropore-control technology results in a nominal pore size of just 0.005 micrometers, among…
This feed-interface system streamlines filter-press operations
Cleanova OMNI is a patent-pending feed-interface system engineered to address one of the most critical and often overlooked sources of inefficiency in filter press operations: the point where slurry enters the press. Designed for universal compatibility across a wide range…
BASF and UPM Specialty Materials enter collaboration to develop recyclable fiber-based packaging
UPM Specialty Materials (UPM; Helsinki, Finland) and BASF SE (Ludwigshafen, Germany) are collaborating to help brand owners, converters and formulators accelerate the transition to recyclable*, fiber-based packaging solutions. By combining UPM’s barrier and barrier base papers with BASF’s Joncryl HPB…
A high-efficiency steam boiler tailored for biotechnology applications
The LX-50 steam boiler delivers reliable, precise steam for pharmaceutical, biotech, and life sciences manufacturing environments. The LX-50 provides the performance and efficiency that facilities need to support cGMP-compliant utilities, validated clean steam generation and critical process heating while maintaining…
Next-generation catalyst for propane dehydrogenation now available
CATOFIN 1000 is the latest generation of propane dehydrogenation (PDH) catalyst, which builds upon the commercially proven CATOFIN 310 Series by delivering improvement in both selectivity and productivity, extended lifetime, and up to 20% lower tar precursors, resulting in significantly…
A labeling system designed for smaller production volumes
The new 152E HC wrap-around labeling system (photo) is well-suited for pharmaceutical contract packers. It handles a wide range of product formats while requiring only a minimal number of changeable parts. Many pharmaceutical requirements are already implemented as standard, including…
Show Preview: Interpack
Interpack (May 7–13; www.interpack.com) is the leading international exhibition for packaging and processing technologies, held every three years in Düsseldorf, Germany. At Interpack, professionals across the packaging, food, pharmaceutical and related sectors can explore cutting-edge developments and connect with experts…
Focus On: Pressure Measurement
This pressure transmitter works without a PLC The 4051S pressure transmitter (photo) provides local real-time control, eliminating the need for a separate device, such as a programmable logic controller. This functionality is provided by two relay switches, each of which…
New vial and container inspection platform combines visual analysis and leak detection
The AIM9 inspection platform combines visual inspection and leak detection with outputs of up to 600 vials per minute, helping pharmaceutical manufacturers and CMOs achieve the highest inspection and product quality. A further challenge for pharmaceutical manufacturers and CMOs lies…