Competitive Intelligence in Product Development

Consider any successful product or service, and it is highly likely its benefits and differentiation were informed by competitive intelligence. Without it, the product or service may fail and soon disappear from the shelf. Competitive intelligence can literally make that much of a difference. This training course will introduce the discipline of competitive intelligence and… Continue reading Competitive Intelligence in Product Development

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Dry Blending Technology

Dry blending is a key process in many industries. It is very important to understand the bulk solid properties that are present in an operation and how this affects process effectiveness. A lack of understanding can lead to excessive downtime and unnecessary expense to accompany. Several key areas will be covered including bulk solids properties,… Continue reading Dry Blending Technology

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Rheology and Surfactants

Developing products that can properly wet surfaces, disperse pigments, emulsify key components, or generate or destabilize foam is challenging due to the high surface tension of water. Understanding how materials are affected by applied stress forces and their flow behavior is crucial for formulators to develop products with optimal outcomes in terms of production, storage,… Continue reading Rheology and Surfactants

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Mixing Technology: Fundamentals and Applications

This training program, developed by industry experts, covers the fundamentals of mixing and their practical applications in various commercial operations. The lectures will provide a comprehensive understanding of turbulence, emulsions, rheology, and interfacial phenomena, taking into account the latest research and industry practices. The course will analyze mixing processes for single-phase systems with low and… Continue reading Mixing Technology: Fundamentals and Applications

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Spray Drying: Advanced Technology Overview

This accredited course focuses on Spray-Drying technology, a very important process in numerous industries. The course will emphasize the scientific fundamentals and practical operational aspects of Spray-Drying that are seen day-to-day in industries such as Food, Beverages, Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Pulp and Paper, etc. The primary goal will be to help scientists, engineers, and operations professionals… Continue reading Spray Drying: Advanced Technology Overview

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Flexible Film Structures in Analytical Chemistry Packaging

The aim of this 90-minute accredited training is to aid in the design process of packaging by comprehending the characteristics of plastic materials and their behavior in film converting processes. Additionally, the course will cover the crucial topics of materials-machinery aspects, including sealing parameters, form/fill/seal processes, and key packaging equipment parameters. The training will also… Continue reading Flexible Film Structures in Analytical Chemistry Packaging

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Spray Drying: Operation, Optimization and Design Aspects

This accredited online training focuses on the Spray-Drying process and technology, which is present in numerous industries. Even though the training will focus on the fundamentals of spray drying by emphasizing scientific principles that are common to any industry, specific examples will be given for applications in Food, Beverages, Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Pulp and Paper, etc.… Continue reading Spray Drying: Operation, Optimization and Design Aspects

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Atomization and Spray Drying

This comprehensive course delves into the essential concepts of Atomization and Spray-Drying technology, which play crucial roles in various industries. The course is designed to provide a strong foundation in the scientific principles and practical operations related to Atomization and Spray-Drying, both of which are integral to the daily operations of industries such as Food,… Continue reading Atomization and Spray Drying

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Effective Approach to Human Error Reduction

In GMP regulated industries, it is not enough to address human error deviations as an inconvenience; it is a regulatory requirement. The quality control unit is responsible for ensuring that errors are fully investigated and prevented as per the Code of Federal Regulations (21 CFR 211.22). However, human error is not a root cause but… Continue reading Effective Approach to Human Error Reduction

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Food Extrusion Technology

Food extrusion has become a very important processing operation. Today, the food extruder is used to produce pasta and other cold-formed products, ready-to-eat cereals, snacks, pet food, aquatic feeds, confectionery products, modified starches for soup, infant food, and instant foods, beverage bases, and texturized vegetable proteins. This training is designed to provide a thorough background in… Continue reading Food Extrusion Technology

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