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STI Laboratory Model Capsule Bander
* The STI Laboratory Model Capsule Bander simulates
the sealing process of a HiCapSeal production
banding machine. The machine is capable of producing
approximately 100 to 300 banded capsules per hour.
* The STI Laboratory Model Capsule Bander is
designed to seal the joint between the capsule cap
and body in order to prevent leakage of liquid
products; reduce oxidation of the contents of the
capsule; and to minimize the odor problems
associated with both solid and liquid products.
However, the most important feature of the STI
Laboratory Model Capsule Bander, is to demonstarate
the tamper resistant nature of the band. Once
banded, the capsule is almost impossible to open and
reclose without leaving evidence of tampering.
* Since the STI Laboratory Model Capsule Bander
simulates the production machines, it is possible to
make low volume runs for clinical trials,
comparative studies, stability studies, etc.
The ease of changeover from one capsule to another
also makes it possible to use the STI Laboratory
Model Capsule Bander as a method to evaluate a
variety of capsule and banding color combinations.
* Capsules filled with any of a number of liquid,
gel, or paste products (as well as solid dosage
forms) are manually loaded into the capsule carrying
slats. The slats pass through the banding process
identical to the production machines. This ensures a
complete and highly accurate banding operation.
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