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PharmSD 3.0 – Advancing Continuous Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Developing an efficient process for medicines

PharmSD 3.0 will develop an integrated, continuous-pharmaceutical spray drying process to enhance efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.

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Close-up of a stainless steel spray drying machine with complex piping and valves in a clean, white pharmaceutical lab, with a blurred operator in protective gear walking in the background.
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PharmSD 3.0 aims to eliminate productivity bottlenecks in pharmaceutical spray drying by integrating continuous solution preparation, secondary drying, and real-time release testing (RTRT). The project will also introduce advanced detergents and a new recirculation cleaning system to improve cleaning efficiency and increase Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). This innovation will enhance supply chain flexibility, scalability, and responsiveness during crises, setting a new standard for continuous pharmaceutical manufacturing.

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