Particle Technology Labs will offer a new powder characterisation service using the Freeman FT4 powder rheometer, launching the service at Pittcon 2005
Freeman Technology has entered into an agreement with independent service laboratory Particle Technology Labs (PTL), whereby PTL will offer a new powder characterisation service using the Freeman FT4 powder rheometer.
The service will be launched at Pittcon 2005, where PTL will show the FT4 on its booth (2418).
PTL is a long-established laboratory highly experienced in the characterisation of fine particles.
Operating under current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), it offers analytical services to many of the world's leading pharmaceutical, environmental and food, health and cosmetics companies.
Richard Karuhn, founder and CEO of PTL, commented: "We are always keen to expand our services, especially those that complement our existing portfolio.
"We see a growing demand from existing and potential clients for information on the flow properties of their powders and blends.
"It is for that reason we are establishing this new powder characterisation service.
"Currently PTL offers a broad spectrum of particle characterisation services, which can be used in conjunction with the FT4 powder rheometer to provide an insight into powder flowability not previously attainable.
"The FT4 is being used widely in the pharmaceutical and other industries.
"Recent developments have enabled full automation of the entire powder testing process, simplifying procedures, minimising operator involvement and reducing associated errors.
"Freeman Technology is expanding rapidly and as part of the agreement PTL will become a demonstration site for the FT4 in North America".
Reg Freeman, Freeman Technology's CEO, said: "We are very pleased to be working with PTL and look forward to developing our relationship in the coming months.
"The fact that they are seeing increasing demand for powder flowability testing mirrors our own experience and success with direct activities in North America.
