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.