Archives for September 22, 2004

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Next-generation robotic arm aimed at industry

Researchers at Staffordshire University in the UK have come up with a new robotic arm that is fully mobile, has accuracy that rivals industrial fixed robot arms and could cost significantly less.

PAT package from Curvaceous

Curvaceous Software will showcase its recently launched process analytical technology (PAT) package at next week's World Pharma IT congress in London, UK.

Less is more when mixing powders

In contrast to conventional wisdom, stirring a mix of granular ingredients faster or longer in the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals is not the key to getting a smooth blend.

Avery Dennision plans RFID charge

Labelling giant Avery Dennison has formed a new business unit to manufacture and sell low-cost radiofrequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, putting its weight behind a technology that to date has mostly been pushed forward by smaller companies.