Fluidized Bed Processes in the Pharmaceutical Industry

The fluidized bed process is a thermal and mechanical process technology for the production of powders and granules. The process is used in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, agricultural, chemical and food industries.

In the industry, the terms “fluidized bed” and “fluid bed” are often used interchangeably because they are based on the same technology and have similar applications. Both terms refer to fluidization using fluidized bed technology, where a “fluidized bed” or “fluid bed” separates various components from media while reducing their moisture content. This enables further processes such as drying, cooling, coating and granulation.