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Noncontact process analyzer The XDS Process Analytics Direct Light is a noncontact process analyzer for real-time analysis in the pharmaceutical industry.
The instrument performs nondestructive in-line near-infrared analysis of moving products. Noncontact reflectance measurements
can provide in-depth chemical analysis for homogeneous or nonhomogeneous solid products directly in the product line. FOSS NIRSystems, Laurel, MD •
http://www.foss-nirsystems.com/ • tel. 301.680.9600
Stackable stability chambers Caron's 10-ft3 stability chambers were designed in accordance with ICH Guideline Q1A. The units are suited for applications such as new
drug compound testing; product shelf life testing; stability and packaging testing; and temperature and relative humidity
(RH) studies. The stackable configuration enables independent temperature and RH settings. Caron Products and Services, Marietta, OH •
http://www.caronproducts.com/ • tel. 740.373.6809
Laboratory blenders MaxiBlend and MiniBlend laboratory blenders are available in sizes from 0.5 to 16 qt. The units are made of 316-L stainless
steel and supplied with V-shells, bins, or double cones. The units feature a tabletop design and include programmable logic
controls and safety-interlocked guards. GlobePharma, New Brunswick, NJ •
http://www.globepharma.com/ • tel. 732.819.0381
Total-organic-carbon analyzer The Anatel TOC600 on-line total-organic-carbon analyzer is designed for pharmaceutical water measurement. Its patented stop-flow
oxidation technology provides complete oxidation of an aliquot of water and fully complies with USP Chapter <643> and EP 2.2.44. The Anatel TOC600 unit's wide dynamic range allows for monitoring an array of water-system applications. Hach Ultra Analytics, Grants Pass, OR •
http://www.hachultra.com/ • tel. 541.472.6500
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Quality and compliance management EtQ for Pharmaceuticals is an integrated quality- and compliance-management system that is preconfigured to address the pharmaceutical
industry's needs. EtQ's modular approach provides flexibility and automation. Key modules include corrective and preventive
actions, document control, risk management, audits, training, and reporting. EtQ, Farmingdale, NY •
http://www.etq.com/ • tel. 800.354.4476
