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42 July 2014 Tablets & Capsules A survey of what's available Powder-transfer sleeve EZ-Down anti-segregation transfer system conveys blended product from IBCs or hoppers into process equipment at gen- tle, controlled rate without segregating or degrading product. Rubber bladder inside clear tube inflates to pinch off product flow. Slowly deflating bladder allows product to flow gently and uniformly without free fall, eliminating product loss and segregation of blends. Custom Powder Systems, Springfield, MO. Tel. 417 868 8002 Fax 417 868 8316 www.custom-powder.com Batch mixer Model 700-TH-40-SS rotary batch mixer gently combines ingredients regardless of differences in bulk density, particle size, or flow characteristics and even when ingredient accounts for 1 ppm of blend. Rotating drum's mixing flights tumble, turn, and fold material, imparting minimal energy to achieve uniformity in 2 to 3 minutes. Batch discharges when rotation is reversed. Retractable inlet permits rapid, thorough washdown. Working capacity is 40 cubic feet and 4,000 pounds. Features include stainless steel product-contact sur- faces; continuous, polished welds; external, removable seals; CIP nozzle; and piping for liquid additions. Munson Machinery, Utica, NY. Tel. 315 797 0090 Fax 315 797 5582 www.munsonmachinery.com mixers & blenders Mixer-granulator Comasa MIC Developer high-shear mixer-granulator processes batches of 150 grams to 2 kilograms using 1-, 3-, 5-, or 10-liter bowls. Impeller uniformly blends wet materials while forcing them into contact with high-speed chopper. Features include peristaltic pump, interchangeable spray noz- zles, thermostatically controlled heating elements, and touch- screen control. Options include torque transducer, impeller speed sensor, infrared temperature sensor, double-jacketed bowls for holt-melt applications, and company's Director data acquisition and analysis system. Company also offers tablet presses and a roller compactor. SMI, Lebanon, NJ. Tel. 908 534 1500 Fax 908 534 1546 www.smitmc.com j-WAMixersBl_42-43_Masters 7/2/14 11:13 AM Page 42