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Producing solid powders from solutions and emulsions
The spray process is a special method of converting a solution, suspension or emulsion into solid powder form in a single process step. Spray drying is a recognized process in many branches of industry such as pharmaceuticals, food sciences, chemistry or materials science.
In addition, many other processes can be completed in a single step:
- Modifications of the particle size
- Agglomeration of nanoparticles
- Drying of suspensions
- Further particle coating for protection against e.g. acids
- Immobilization of liquids and solid materials in a matrix
- Production of microcapsules