Solid Dosage
Nutraceuticals
GEA supplies a complete range of high output and cost-effective solutions for manufacturing Dietary Supplements, Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals.
Where Food Meets Pharma: Dietary Supplements, Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals
Positioned between food and pharmaceuticals, the nutraceutical industry comprises functional foods, vitamins, supplements and over-the-counter (OTC) products that are formulated with molecules or elements found in nature for the purpose of maintaining or improving health and treating or preventing diseases/conditions.
The range of health products is wide, including ginseng, valerian, spices and liquorice, among others, and a huge variety of herbal ingredients.
With its culture of innovation and the rapid application of new developments in cutting-edge equipment and technology, GEA supplies both large and small customers with an optimized mix of high output and cost-effective solutions, as well as productivity and flexibility.
From a manufacturing perspective, GEA supplies a complete range of granulation and pelletizing equipment, as well as a comprehensive selection of powder handling, mixing and blending technologies, and machinery for powders designed for capsule filling. We offer engineering services, entire process plant and standalone machines for oral solid dosage form processing for customers in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries.
From weighing, dosing and discharging equipment to extruders and spheronizers, and from fluid bed processors and high shear granulators to rotary tablet presses and coaters, GEA has the technology, experience and expertise to provide a complete range of granulation and drying solutions, including batch, continuous and single-pot systems. Our experience with special dosage forms such as effervescents is a key advantage for many nutraceutical products. And, if required, we can help with process and product development.
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Analytical, in-line control & measurement devices
Combining process monitoring using online analyzers, together with solid process engineering principles and advanced process modelling techniques will enable processes to be actively controlled in order to compensate for input variations.
CIP/SIP Solutions
Innovative CIP concepts of GEA meet comprehensive high standards. Our experts guarantee product safety at every point of the process. Every upgrade is adapted to individual local conditions and customer requirements and leads to noticeable savings.
Contained Materials Handling Systems
Contained Materials Handling solutions for Primary and Secondary Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare. With extensive experience within the generics sector, supply a wide range of technologies and equipment that improve and enhance the efficiency and performance of Oral Solid Dosage production.
Continuous Direct Compression Line
The ConsiGma® DC for direct compression is the latest expansion of GEA's continuous portfolio for cost effective, compact, high yield manufacturing systems. It offers a robust and flexible manufacturing method for a wide range of products.
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Making milk production more sustainable for a growing world
The world's population is growing and with it demand for milk. Dairy is an essential component of many global diets. However, its production can be resource-intensive and impact the environment. GEA’s Christian Müller, Senior Director Sustainability Farm Technologies, sheds light on how technological innovations powered by GEA make milk production more efficient and profitable.
Clean machines safe food: The power of hygienic design
Every safe beverage and bite of food is a victory against invisible microbial threats – a battle shaped by a century of hygienic process design. With more than 100 years of engineering and hygienic design know-how, GEA sets the industry standard for processing equipment that protects food and saves lives.
