In tabletting processes, production rate limitations can develop when feeding fine powders (median particle diameter less than 100 microns), regardless whether it’s a direct-compression blend or a granulation. Similar rate limitations can develop when feeding into capsule filling equipment, granulators, or mills. This article focuses on diagnosing and rectifying feed rate limitations in tablet presses.
Tablets & Capsules, March 2009.
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Best Technical Article Bronze Award from the Minnesota Magazine & Publication Association