Astech Projects’ new automated inhaler tester accommodates
any design
March 14th 2006 Runcorn, UK: The new
Automated Emitted Dose (AED) system introduced by Astech Projects addresses
both the demand for in-line high throughout inhaler testing as well as all
variations in device design. Used to verify consistent dose delivery, this
modular and scalable AED system incorporates sophisticated software for
random sample collection, analysis and tracking using bar code technology.
Anthony Moran, Astech’s Business Development Manager explained “Our system
offers an increased capacity for emitted dose collections without the health
and safety issues of manual testing.” Anthony continued “Variations in
inhaler design can easily be accommodated by simply changing the module that
loads the inhalers making it suitable for any manufacturer.”
In addition to these key features, Astech’s AED system has the ability to
revolutionise this field. Traditionally, batch testing has been carried out
in isolation, away from the manufacturing environment. However, Astech’s AED
system could allow for in-line emitted dose testing where results generated
from devices picked off the production line would determine whether full
batch production should continue. Therefore, providing an alternative, that
is both cost and time efficient.
The AED collection chamber ensures accurate sample collection and recovery
due to its small internal volume and unique design. The active
pharmaceutical ingredient can be recovered using as little as 25ml of
solvent, even after rinsing. The AED system also incorporates a fully
automated HPLC vial collection module with capacity for up to 400 HPLC
vials.
Advanced software allows tight control of the dose actuation parameters
including number of doses, device weighing, duration between shots and
actuation speed. Dose firing parameters and device performance checks are
also controlled in this manner.
The AED system with integrated software has been produced for both R&D
development and manufacturing quality control following Good Practice and
Compliance for Electronic Records and Signature, Part 2 and is fully
compliant with 21 CFR Part 11 and Good Automated Manufacturing Practice
(GAMP).
The AED system is just one of a range of high quality automated systems
produced by Astech Projects and complements their portfolio of systems for
drug delivery testing.
www.astechprojects.com
Editors’ notes
About Astech Projects
Established in 1995 Astech Projects specialise in the development and supply
of advanced automated system solutions. Leaders in innovative design Astech
provide bespoke automation solutions designed and tailored to suit each
customer’s individual requirements. With an enviable portfolio of blue chip
clients, Astech’s areas of expertise range from pharmaceutical development
and life sciences to the nuclear and petrochemical sectors.
With such a wide range of specialist knowledge and expertise Astech are fast
becoming renowned in their field for their high quality bespoke solutions
and tailor-made products. Astech is made up of a highly proficient team that
boasts fine-tuned skills for the development of technologies and associated
software solutions. These include the areas of laboratory automation, high
throughput systems, data management, sample tracking, compound storage and
retrieval, process control, special manipulators and decommissioning
systems. Astech also offer individual consultancy services with in house
disciplines including, project management, mechanical engineering and
design, electrical engineering, control engineering and software
engineering.
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+44 (0)1928 571797
Email:
anthony.moran@astechprojects.co.uk
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