Mixing And Blending, Powder Flow, Food Texture, Bulk Mixing, and Food Processing news and information
PRODUCTS
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Research Use Only (RUO) lipid nanoparticle (LNP) reagents to deliver RNA into hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) for cell and gene therapy applications.
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The AMP2043P-LC-8KW is a solid-state high pulse power amplifier tailored for EMI/RFI, lab, and HIRF/Pulse applications.
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Marki Microwave straight waveguides are built with high precision and then gold plated for high corrosion resistance. They have very low loss and excellent VSWR.
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PHCbi brand's 1.8 cu.ft (50L) Cell-IQ stackable multigas CO2/O2 incubator is designed to help deliver a contamination-free environment using passive decontamination controls such as our patented inCu-saFe® interior and optional SafeCell™ UV. CO2 and O2 quickly return to setpoint after door openings. Its compact design allows the units to be double or triple stacked for maximized footprint. A streamlined interior optimizes space and reduces contamination risk while improving ease of maintenance.
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The AMP6034 Series is a high-power amplifier suite designed for high-frequency applications like 5G, broadband EMI/RFI testing, labs, communications, and electronic warfare.
WHITE PAPERS AND CASE STUDIES
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Case Study: Using Technology To Reduce Operational Burden In Clinical Research
The Beat AML® master trial is transforming treatment for people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), already improving survival for patients enrolled in a Beat AML study vs. standard chemotherapy. Read this case study to learn how a proven EHR-to-EDC system has enabled the success of this impactful trial.
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Innovation Under Pressure: Navigating Clinical Trials Amid a Pandemic
How do you complete a Phase 2b rheumatology study in three countries despite global lockdowns? Palleos cracked the code, achieving recruitment targets and regulatory approvals against all odds.
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Elevating Purity: Racemizing Pharmaceutical Products In Flow Microreactors
Discover how our process development team resolved a racemization challenge by delivering a biologically active racemic mixture while maintaining compound purity.
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Rural Water District Leverages Digital Solutions
Discover how Qatium seamlessly integrated with RWD4's existing SCADA system, enhancing real-time decision-making and operational insights.
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Hot Springs Combats Aging Infrastructure Challenges With Xylem Digital Solutions
The City of Hot Springs, Arkansas knows the challenges of dealing with aging infrastructure well. The city’s 143-year-old system covers 923 miles of water mains in rocky terrain, making it difficult to detect leaks. That is why the utility’s water department decided to act.
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RO Protection At Trimble County Power Station, US
Read about how the installation of the HOD UV technology has been a viable non-chemical means for biological control and membrane protection for Trimble County.
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A Biosafety Cabinet For Virology Studies And Disease Surveillance
Discover how Germfree tackled a unique challenge from the Public Health Agency of Canada by designing a custom Class III biosafety cabinet for advanced virology studies and disease surveillance.
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Bridging The Gap During Organizational Restructuring For Continuity
Navigating workforce turnover and restructuring can threaten project timelines. Discover how leveraging an experienced on-site team can ensure long-term continuity.
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Early-Stage Development In Rare Pediatric Oncology
Learn about the strategic approach a biotechnology company utilized to address significant hurdles in launching a Phase 1 clinical trial for a novel therapy targeting a rare pediatric cancer.
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How Flatiron Supported The Beat AML® Master Clinical Trial
Find out how the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's partnership with Flatiron Health helped improve the Beat AML® Master Clinical Trial's data management and accelerate trial timelines.
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Enhancing Preclinical Cell Therapy Development
Automation in cell therapy development boosts reproducibility, reduces error, and enhances yield. Learn how it’s reshaping preclinical workflows and accelerating clinical trial readiness.
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How Waterloo Harnessed Qatium's Digital Platform
Read about the City of Waterloo, that needed an intuitive, low-cost tool to empower operators without requiring specialized technical expertise.
NEWS
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Aircraft Toilets Could Flush Out Spread Of Global Superbugs8/18/2025
Wastewater from aircraft toilets could provide a critical warning system for the global spread of antimicrobial resistant (AMR) superbugs, a silent pandemic that threatens to kill more people than cancer by 2050.
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Stoichiometric Crystal Shows Promise In Quantum Memory7/7/2025
For over two decades, physicists have been working toward implementing quantum light storage—also known as quantum memory—in various matter systems.
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Agilitas Energy Expands Into Hydropower With Acquisition Of Two Projects In West Virginia And Maryland6/24/2025
Agilitas Energy, a leading developer and operator of renewable energy and energy storage systems, today announced the acquisition of two late-stage hydropower development projects from Advanced Hydro Solutions.
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From Everyday To Extreme, Toolant Launches Brand New Line Of Hand Tools8/15/2025
Today, toolant, a tool and accessories brand built around real-world needs, announced the launch of its brand new hand tools collection designed for automotive enthusiasts and professional car detailers alike.
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New Technology Tracks Dairy Cows For Improved Health And Productivity1/30/2025
As dairy farmers dwindle every year, the demand for high-quality milk remains steadfast, driving a surge in dairy farming.
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Mixing and Blending
Mixing and blending are terms that have specific meaning in the food industry. Most food processing experts use the word mixing to describe the process of combining wet and dry materials.
Blending is the term used to describe the process of combining only dry ingredients. The term blending is generally reserved for powders, flakes and granules of varying bulk densities and particle size that require gently blending and minimal contact with blender blades.
Agitation is often used synonymously with the term mixing. However, in food processing, agitation is used to ensure the mixing process to get a homogenous mix is completed faster.
Many industries require the mixing of free-flowing powders. The art of mixing involves different dilution geometries (a geometry is a way of combining unequal amounts of fine powders to ensure an equal distribution).
The geometric mix used depends on the size distribution, shape, particle density, composition and internal structures. Other properties include flow ability, bulk density, mixture quality, dustiness and properties of segregation.
Industrial mixers are used to do the blending and mixing. The shape and hardness of the materials being mixed affects the horsepower required to run the mixer. The type of mixer used in a production line varies depending on the materials that need to be mixed or blended. Paddle mixers are often the best choice for production line mixing because they are easy to clean, have less surface area, and have a minimal number of parts.
Mixing and blending is generally a sub-process within an overall process cycle so when placing a mixer it is important to consider how it integrates into the whole system. That includes impacts to both upstream and downstream product handling.