Bulk freeze drying using spray freezing and agitated drying

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9945611
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14678385

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A freeze dryer processes bulk powder products. The freeze dryer freezes the product by mixing an atomized spray of product with sterile liquid nitrogen. The resultant powder is freeze dried in a vessel, and the vessel contents is agitated to maintain product contact with heated vessel wall and to prevent agglomeration.

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IMA LIFE NORTH AMERICA INC2175 MILITARY ROAD TONAWANDA NY 14150

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DeMarco, Francis W Niagara Falls, US 18 70
Ganguly, Arnab Williamsville, US 16 135
Renzi, Ernesto Youngstown, US 25 103

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