Development fluid bed system for feasibility studies
Explore precise granulation and coating capabilities for small batch experiments, perfect for fine-tuning pharmaceutical formulations and enhancing R&D effectiveness.
Processes Granulation, Coating, and Drying
The FC-LAB Micro FLO-COATER® by Freund-Vector is a self-contained benchtop fluid bed system designed for precision and flexibility in laboratory settings. This system supports top spray granulation, bottom spray coating, and drying for batch processing of pharmaceutical tablets, nutraceuticals, and fine chemical powders. With processing capacities ranging from 20g to 600g, it accommodates development phases, offering features like a patented Wurster accelerator for reduced process times and an optional Nano Container for volumes as low as 5g. Smart-Safe™ containment options and quick changeover design ensure user safety and ease of operation. Its PLC-controlled system with USB data collection and compliance with UL, CE, NFPA, and CSA standards facilitate seamless integration into R&D workflows. The FC-LAB Micro excels in energy efficiency and material versatility, providing reliable performance for diverse operational needs.
Benefits
- Enables precise formulation control, enhancing product consistency for R&D applications.
- Reduces processing time with the Wurster accelerator, increasing productivity.
- Supports versatile batch sizes without interchangeable inserts, minimizing setup time.
- Offers easy cleaning and maintenance with a tool-free changeover design.
- Adapts to various processing needs with optional safety containment features.
- Applications
- Fine chemicals,Nutraceuticals,Coating materials,Powder processing,Pharmaceuticals
- End products
- Fine chemical powders,Pre-mixed nutraceutical blends,Pharmaceutical tablets,Active pharmaceutical ingredients (apis),Controlled-release pellets,Vitamin supplements,Film-coated tablets,Enteric-coated tablets,Polymer coatings,Granulated feed additives
- Steps before
- Material Preparation,Ingredient Weighing,Pre-Mixing
- Steps after
- Sterilization,Tablet Pressing,Packaging
- Input ingredients
- aqueous solutions,solvent solutions,granulation batches,coating solutions
- Output ingredients
- granulated products,coated products,dried products
- Market info
- Freund is known for its expertise in granulation and coating technology, supplying high-quality industrial equipment for pharmaceutical, chemical, and food industries. Renowned for innovation and reliability, Freund consistently delivers engineered-to-order solutions tailored to client needs.
- Process Type
- Top spray granulation,Bottom spray coating,Drying
- Batch Size
- 20g to 600g
- Container Capacity
- 40mL - 1,200mL
- Inlet Air Temperature
- 100°C (maximum)
- Airflow Control
- Validatable process control
- Automation
- Color Touchscreen Control System
- Data Collection
- USB Data Collection Port
- Changeover Time
- Quick changeover design,No tools required
- Safety Standards
- Class 1,Division 2 and ATEX Zone 2
- Design Standards
- UL,CE,NFPA,CSA
- Optional Features
- SS Filter Chamber,Smart-Safe™ Containment,Nano Container
- Peristaltic Pump
- Integrated
- Filter Chamber Sizes
- Two glass chambers
- Working mechanism
- Fluid bed,top spray granulation,bottom spray coating
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch
- Automation level
- Validatable process control,touchscreen control system
- Changeover time
- No tools required for changeover/cleaning
- Cleanability
- Easy to clean with no tools required
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
- ATEX certification
- Zone 2
- Machine footprint
- Benchtop
- Product Container Range
- 40mL - 1,200mL
- Batch size
- 20g - 600g
- Material configuration
- Glass Chambers
- Portability
- Portable,Self-Contained
- Filter Chamber Sizes
- Standard and Extended Heights
- Nano Container Capacity
- 5g
- Control Panel
- Color Touchscreen Control System
- Electrical Connections
- Integrated,Easy Setup
- Compressed Air Connections
- Integrated,Easy Setup
- Removable Components
- Spray Gun,Product Screens
- Control panel type
- Color Touchscreen Control System
- Integration possibilities
- USB Data Collection Port
- Changeover design
- Quick Changeover Design