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Apparatus and methods for reducing capsule elongation

US8371092B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateSep 8, 2009
Grant dateFeb 12, 2013
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Expiry dateDec 7, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K9/4833
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A capsule pressure control assembly for regulating or controlling the internal pressure of filled capsules, whereby instances of capsule elongation are reduced or eliminated, thus resulting in an increased yield rate of acceptable filled capsules.

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