PharmaConnect® ‘plug and play’ approach enables a number of diverse process modules from GEA Pharma Systems brands to be docked to ONE control module. The primary processes are based around Aeromatic-Fielder™ PMA™ Granulator technology, providing the user with the ability to process batches from 100g up to 25kg and over.
A range of standard bowl 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.
In addition to the typical high shear granulation process, Aeromatic-Fielder™ is also offering PharmaConnect® modules for its NICA™ Extrusion and Spheronization pelletizing system and for its TRV high speed blender. Further modules for other GEA Pharma Systems products will be available in the future.