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InspeCaps 150

March 5, 2012

InspeCaps 150 is a single-file vision inspection system for two-piece hard-gelatin capsules. It inspects up to 120,000 capsules per hour, verifying all visual characteristics and automatically removing defective capsules and foreign objects from the product stream. It can handle virtually every type of capsule, and achieves full 360-deg. inspection of capsules using a patent-pending process that captures simultaneous views with overlap.

ART plate reactor

March 5, 2012

The ART plate reactor handles a continuous flow of reactants to create a safer process. Its reaction volume is up to 99% less than that for batch processing. The reactor’s design incorporates features typical of a continuous chemical reactor with those of a plate heat exchanger. It can handle capacities ranging from 0.25 L/h to 1,000 L/h, covering all steps from laboratory-scale R&D to full-scale production.

S-5680BX SuperWrapper

March 5, 2012

The S-5680BX SuperWrapper can wrap protein-tyrosine phosphatase (PTP) blister-packs at a rate of 200 per minute. The unit creates reliable hermetic seals and minimizes unwarranted heat transfer. Its inverted film feed places the center-seal system above the product; if the machine stops for any reason, the sealer opens automatically and slides back to create an overlap upon restart, ensuring seal integrity.

Type 550 filling and stoppering machine and Type 551 crimping machine

March 5, 2012

The Type 550 machine achieves aseptic filling and stoppering of pharmaceutical vials. The Type 551 crimping machine can be used directly inline with the Type 550 or on its own as a stand-alone unit. Used together, the machines offer repeatable precision and can handle up to 600 vials per minute. Their balcony design is compliant with cGMP guidelines, and the complete separation of the drive from the filling area optimizes the laminar airflow throughout the stations.

Universal Seal (7800 Series)

March 5, 2012

 With a modular cartridge design, the heavy-duty gas-lubricated Universal Seal (7800 Series) is ideal for use in a wide variety of mixing and agitating equipment, as well as other top-entry mixer applications. The Type 7800 uses modular hardware, allowing for maximum interchangeability and efficiency. This convertible format will support contacting dry, contacting wet, non-contacting or a combination of non-contacting and dry-contacting seal technology without the need to change any adaptive hardware. The patented grooved rotor allows equal lift in the presence of up to 0.125-in.

Stainless-steel hand tools

March 5, 2012

Stainless-steel hand tools are an efficient and cost-effective solution for maintaining sterility in the servicing of process equipment in a sterile environment. Stainless steel requires no plating, which can generate dangerous particulate, to maintain its corrosion resistance. In the event the surface is scratched or damaged, stainless steel forms a pure chromium oxide (a passive, non reactive) layer, protecting it against further corrosion without exposing ferrous surfaces that can contaminate a cleanroom environment.

Kimtech Pure CL4 critical task wipers

March 5, 2012

Kimtech Pure CL4 critical task wipers are ideal for critical surface wiping in ISO Class 4 or higher cleanrooms. The wipers are made from 100% meltblown polypropylene. They are thermally bonded, and thus contain no glues or binders. Their straight, clean, knife-cut edges help to minimize lint, and they are delivered double-bagged in anti-static packaging. The wipers are resistant to acids, bases and solvents, and can be autoclaved and ETO-sterilized. In addition, they meet USDA requirements for food processing establishments. These wipers are available in 9-in. × 9-in. and 12-in. × 12-in.

UltraFlow clean-in-place system

March 5, 2012

The self-contained UltraFlow clean-in-place system has been designed for use in a variety of wash cycles. Its eductor draws solution back without the need for a return pump, reducing both chemicals and water while eliminating air from all return solutions and saving both time and money.

Hotpack glassware washers

March 5, 2012

These Hotpack large-capacity glassware washers offer a unique spray-arch water-delivery system that ensures thorough washing and rinsing by projecting a highly efficient vertical “wall of water” equally across the entire chamber. Separate plumbing for wash and rinse cycles minimizes detergent carry-over, which results in a clear final rinse. This high-efficiency water-management system conserves energy and reduces operating costs. With a touch-screen control interface located at eye level, it enables easy selection from a range of preset or user-defined programmed operating options.

Autoclavable Wipers

March 5, 2012

These nonwoven wipers are ideal for applications where high absorbency and low extractables are important. Composed of 45% polyester and 55% cellulose, the wipers are double-bagged for cleanroom use. Compatible with most solvents, they are excellent for picking up aqueous spills and for cleaning precision components and equipment in a Class 10,000 environment. Their standard sizes range from 4-in. by 4-in. to 18-in. by 18-in.

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