Application & Process
The Pharmateq Spherodizer machine is specifically designed for small-batch tests in pharmaceutical, food, and chemical laboratories. Spheronization is crucial in creating uniform coating and accurate, free-flowing particles for applications such as capsule filling in the pharmaceutical industry. This process ensures smooth-surface particles with a narrow size distribution, which is essential for consistency and performance.

In industries like agrochemicals, pigments, and catalysts, spheronization eliminates dust, reducing risks associated with toxic, environmental, and explosive hazards. It also enhances productivity and processing consistency by providing a free-flowing product, reducing product settlement during transport prior to packaging.

Pharmateq Spherodizers produce spherical products that are not only more visually appealing but also offer higher performance compared to unspheronized granules. These machines are employed to create uniform spheres for both technical and marketing purposes. The spheronization process improves various aspects, including:

• Limiting dust and fines generation

• Producing granules with smooth surfaces

• Densifying surfaces for stability

• Minimizing the need for coating materials

• Increasing flowability

• Enhancing bulk density

A narrow size distribution is maintained using PHARMATEK extruders, such as the Basket Extruder or Axial Extruder, to define the feed material diameter for the spheronization process.