Freeze Drying: 3-day Comprehensive

Course Description

Our comprehensive three-day courses are designed to provide delegates with up-to-date information about all aspects of the freeze drying process, from technical details of the machinery, operation and maintenance, to formulation development and cycle optimisation and the specific issues relating to processing biological material.

Course Content

Our courses are updated continually to maintain currentness. Topics typically include:

  • General Introduction to Freeze Drying
  • Design of a Freeze Dryer
  • Process Analytical Technology (PAT)
  • Equipment Maintenance and Qualification
  • Formulation Characterisation and Product Formulation Design
  • Cycle Development and Scale-Up Issues
  • Product and Process Monitoring
  • Freeze Drying of Proteins and Biologicals

The course also includes two workshops:

  • Critical Review of Freeze Dried Materials
  • Interdisciplinary Problem-Solving

Who Should Attend

It is suitable for those involved in all stages of freeze drying, from R&D and laboratory work through to industrial production, plant maintenance and quality control. It is especially invaluable for those whose activities include:

  • Process Engineering
  • Pilot Plant Operation
  • Production
  • Formulation and Process R&D
  • Quality Assurance

Location

These courses are regularly scheduled for the US and Europe. Courses in Florida and California are generally scheduled for February and October of each year, with fixtures in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, for April and September.

Dates for Upcoming 3-Day Comprehensive Courses

17-19th September 2012, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
15-17th October 2012, San Francisco, USA
February 2013, Tampa, Florida Details TBC.

Further Information

Discounts and Offers

Discounts are available for academia and for group bookings, please contact us for more details.

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