Tightly integrated fully automatic particle characterisation workstation has automated calibration routine to assure complete validation of measurement accuracy
Clemex describes its PS3 as a tightly integrated fully automatic particle characterisation workstation.
By combining the accuracy of optical microscopy with the advances in image analysis technology, Clemex has created a versatile particle size and shape analysis system which can be used in various industries.
Having already sold several image analysis systems, specifically for the application of particle size and shape in pharmaceutical powders, Clemex designed the PS3 to capitalise on the growth in the particle size analysis industry.
Recently, the use of microscopy and image analysis is increasingly being recognised as the most reliable technique to characterise particle shape and characterise a particle size and volume distribution, it says.
Traditional methods, although highly efficient, give limited information on particle shape proving image analysis as the best tool for performing particle analysis.
PS3 features excellent resolution and detection of micronised particles as small as 0.5 microns, says Clemex.
Its automated calibration routine is said to assure complete validation of measurement accuracy, in accordance with Nist standards.
Particle volume determination is based on absolute 2D measurements and thus not limited to spheroids.
Accurate volume measurements can be performed on elongated cylinders, acicular or irregular shaped objects.
Microscope parameters and camera settings are saved as properties in the routine associated with each sample.
In conjunction with an automated workstation, an image analysis routine can be executed multiple times with no deviation from the initial results, the company says: this guarantees reproducibility and traceability of analysis, ensuring accurate results and conforming to 21 CFR Part 11 requirements.
Clemex Technologies will be in booth 2083 at Pittcon 2005.
