On Show at DDL21 - FT4 Powder Rheometer Provides Unique Insight for Dry Powder Inhalers
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Welland, UK: At December's Drug Delivery to the Lungs conference (DDL21, 8-10 Dec 2010, Edinburgh, Scotland) Freeman Technology will highlight the unique insight provided by the FT4 Powder Rheometer in the development and manufacture of DPI formulations. The FT4 will be on display as part of the trade exhibition and in addition a number of podium and poster presentations from independent organisations will reference powder characterisation data produced using the system.
Dynamic characterisation using the FT4 enables measurement of the energy required to induce flow in a powder sample, and allows direct measurement of the impact of air on flow behavior. This information provides a reliable indication of how a DPI formulation will behave during delivery by quantifying the extent to which it will de-agglomerate and become entrained in the air stream. Recent work has demonstrated the application of the FT4 in a formulation environment where a key objective is to maximize Fine Particle Dose, whilst other studies have shown how flow measurements can be used to predict and control powder behaviour during processing.
Talk to Freeman Technology specialists at the conference or visit www.freemantech.co.uk for more details.
About Freeman Technology
Freeman Technology specialises in providing systems for the measurement of powder flow properties and has over a decade of experience in powder flow and powder characterisation. With a significant commitment to R&D and applications development, the company delivers extensive know-how alongside its universal powder tester, the FT4 Powder Rheometer. An expert team guides and supports users in addressing their individual powder challenges, the process relevance of powder characterisation data being a key focus. The result is world-leading solutions for understanding powder behaviour, whether in development, scale-up, processing, quality control, or wherever powders have a role. In April 2007 the company received the Queen's Award for Enterprise in Innovation.
Freeman systems are installed around the world in a diverse range of industries -chemical, pharmaceutical, toners, foods, powder coatings, metals, ceramics, cosmetics and many others. Correlating the powder data they supply with processing performance enables clients to quantify and exploit operational experience to optimise their processes. www.freemantech.co.uk
Please send enquiries to
Tim Freeman, Director of Operations
Freeman Technology, Boulters Farm Centre, Castlemorton Common,
Welland, Worcestershire WR13 6LE, United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0) 1684 310860; Fax: +44 (0) 1684 310236
info@freemantech.co.uk www.freemantech.co.uk
