Blend Analysis NIR Solution aids with PAT implementation.

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Thermo Launches Groundbreaking Blend Analysis NIR Solution to Aid PAT Implementation

MADISON, Wisconsin (April 7, 2006) -Thermo Electron Corporation announces a new addition to its portfolio of Antaris(TM) near-infrared (NIR) analyzers. The innovative Antaris(TM) Target Blend Analyzer is the most reliable and fit-for-purpose blend measurement solution available, dedicated to the real-time analysis of pharmaceutical blending processes. Offering a new spectroscopic analysis technology designed specifically for the control of blend uniformity in real time, this novel analyzer was developed from the ground up in partnership with one of the world's leading global pharmaceutical companies. Utilizing MEMS technology, Thermo's landmark Antaris Target achieves best-of-class performance, repeatability, and reliability for formulation development, process development, and production scale use in solid dosage form manufacturing. The analyzer provides the potential to improve consistency and yields in pharmaceutical tablet manufacturing lines through real-time measurement, eliminating the need for thieving and laboratory testing. Thermo's new Antaris Target Series analyzers are equipped with the RESULT(TM) software platform for process analysis and measurement automation and the ValPro(TM) regulatory qualification package. The Antaris Target Series shares a software, qualification, and data platform with the complete line of Antaris II, Antaris MX and EX near-infrared process analyzers. Extremely user-friendly, the one-piece design of the Antaris Target Series allows it to be easily moved from blender to blender and used on any size pharmaceutical blender bin, from laboratory scale to production scale. This revolutionary analyzer achieves high resolution measurements for accurate endpoint determination and concentration measurements using switch-free automatic data acquisition. The Antaris Target Blend Analyzer features illumination, a washable NEMA 4X housing, wireless data transmission, fast installation, and rechargeable battery power. In addition, the instruments are available with the longest warranty available in the industry. For more information about Thermo's pioneering Antaris Target Series, please call +1 800-532-4752, e-mail analyze@thermo.com or visit www.thermo.com/nir. Please send all leads from this editorial to: analyze@thermo.com About Molecular Spectroscopy Ideal for investigative analysis or quality control applications, spectroscopy systems from Thermo are used to determine the molecular composition of a wide range of complex samples including liquids, solids and gases. Supported by an expansive range of applications, techniques such as infrared, Raman and UV/Vis provide a molecular fingerprint for both qualitative and quantitative analysis. For more information, visit www.thermo.com/spectroscopy About Thermo Electron Corporation Thermo Electron Corporation is the world leader in analytical instruments. Our instrument solutions enable our customers to make the world a healthier, cleaner and safer place. Thermo's Life and Laboratory Sciences segment provides analytical instruments, scientific equipment, services and software solutions for life science, drug discovery, clinical, environmental and industrial laboratories. Thermo's Measurement and Control segment is dedicated to providing analytical instruments used in a variety of manufacturing processes and in-the-field applications, including those associated with safety and homeland security. For more information, visit www.thermo.com