Subject: Production

Introduction to Softgel Manufacturing and Controls

Softgel dosage forms represent a modern take on the traditional tablet product, the most common type of pharmaceutical product produced. In the patient’s hand, a softgel can seem like a simple product not knowing there are numerous complexities that go into its manufacture. But for the manufacturer, without a clear understanding of the science behind… Continue reading Introduction to Softgel Manufacturing and Controls

Introduction to Tablet Manufacturing by the Direct Compression Process

Solid oral dosage forms such as tablets and capsules represent the most common type of pharmaceutical products produced. In the patient’s hand, a tablet can seem like a simple product not knowing there are numerous complexities that go into its manufacture. But for the manufacturer, without a clear understanding of the science behind the ingredients… Continue reading Introduction to Tablet Manufacturing by the Direct Compression Process

Lyophilization Formulation and Process Development

Lyophilization is a very common technique used in preparing finished drug products. Yet there are many problems that can arise in production if the process has not been carefully developed. Without a good understanding of the development of this formulation and the process, these problems can readily occur. This 2-hour accredited course will provide a… Continue reading Lyophilization Formulation and Process Development

Introduction to Lyophilization Technology

This 90-minute course introduces you to the basics of lyophilization and why we lyophilize drug products. Typical approaches to developing a drug product formulation and lyophilization process development will be discussed. At the end of the course, you will be able to identify analytical techniques that are available to characterize drug products. The final goal… Continue reading Introduction to Lyophilization Technology

Combination Product Risk Management Principles: An Engineering and QA Perspective | Part 1

Managing the complex lifecycle of combination products requires the efficient utilization of resources of a pharma/device company regardless if the company is vertically integrated, utilizes both in-house and contract manufacturing, or is a truly virtual company. This first of two 90-minute accredited training courses will define and apply recognized risk management principles in identification of… Continue reading Combination Product Risk Management Principles: An Engineering and QA Perspective | Part 1

Combination Product Risk Management Principles: An Engineering and QA Perspective | Part 2

Managing the complex lifecycle of combination products requires the efficient utilization of resources of a pharma/device company regardless if the company is vertically integrated, utilizes both in-house and contract manufacturing, or is a truly virtual company. This second of two 90-minute accredited training courses will define and apply recognized risk management principles in developing effective… Continue reading Combination Product Risk Management Principles: An Engineering and QA Perspective | Part 2

Flexible Film Structures in Analytical Chemistry Packaging

Flexible film offers many unique properties for the custom packaging of a product. However, without fully understanding the physical properties of the film or the packaging process, inadequate packaging can result which does not provide the proper barrier properties for the product. Such situations, if not caught during the development of the package or the… Continue reading Flexible Film Structures in Analytical Chemistry Packaging

Spray Drying: Operation, Optimization and Design Aspects

This 90-minute accredited online training focuses on the Spray-Drying process and technology, which is present in numerous industries. Even though the training will focus on the fundamentals of Spray-Drying by emphasizing scientific principles that are common to any industry, specific examples will be given for applications in Food, Beverages, Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Pulp and Paper, etc.… Continue reading Spray Drying: Operation, Optimization and Design Aspects

Packaging Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, and Combination Products

No pharmaceutical, medical device, cosmetic, or personal care product enters the marketplace without a package. This package not only ensures the stability of the product but can also ensure proper dosing or enhance product appearance. With the multitude of packaging options available, it can be a daunting task to select the best package option without… Continue reading Packaging Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, and Combination Products

Fired Process Heaters

Fired process heaters (also known as fired heaters, process heaters, furnaces, process furnaces, and direct-fired heaters) are critical pieces of equipment in petroleum refineries, petrochemical plants, chemical plants, and other industrial process facilities where providing heat to a process fluid at elevated temperature levels is required. They are a major consumer of energy in such… Continue reading Fired Process Heaters