Peer-reviewed journal (1-2 of 2)

1. Effect of batch-to-batch variation of spray dried lactose on the performance of feeders

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   | Contributor(s):: Carlota Mendez Torrecillas, Florian Tegel, Ralf Weinekötter, Bernhard Meir, Bastiaan H.J. Dickhoff, Sri Sharath Kulkarni, Pauline H.M. Janssen

   With the emergence of quality by design (QbD), it becomes imperative to gain understanding of the impact of batch-to-batch variability of raw materials on the performance of processes. Feeding is the first unit of operation in a continuous manufacturing line and is critical for the final product...

2. Method for characterization of loss-in-weight feeder equipment

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   | Contributor(s):: William E. Engisch, Fernando J. Muzzio 

   This paper presents a method for evaluating the steady state performance of loss-in-weight powder feeding equipment and then demonstrates the use of the method in evaluating the performance of a K-Tron KT35 loss-in-weight feeder for three pharmaceutical grade powders. The method describes in...