Process

What are Engineered Particles?

When specific particle attributes are desired, but are not easily obtained, engineering the particles might be the solution. For example, particles could be engineered to surround materials (liquid or solid) with a coating. Engineered particles could also have a distinct core and shell (like an egg) or have a homogeneous matrix structure (like a blueberry muffin). The coating could be rigid or soft, impervious or porous, complete or partial. There are many methods and technologies that are employed to encapsulate a variety of materials, each method providing unique advantages to the final particle. AVEKA‘s particle engineering methods include spray drying, dry water, alginate beads, magnetically assisted impact coating (MAIC), polyoxymethylene urea (PMU), prilling, and tablet coating. The technique is selected based on materials, desired end size, release mechanism and active ingredient. AVEKA‘s R&D and production teams will work with you to design a particle specific for your needs.

Capabilities and Equipment Specs
Factors to Consider
  • Is the material to be encapsulated solid or liquid, water soluble or hydrophobic?
  • Is there a desired coating material?
  • What type of engineered particles (matrix, core-shell) is desired?
  • What is the targeted product particle size?
  • What is the desired release mechanism (pressure, diffusion, heating, digestion, etc.)?
  • What is the targeted load of the active ingredient?
Locations
AVEKA Corporate Headquarters - Woodbury, MN

AVEKA Woodbury was the first company to be established in the AVEKA Group. AVEKA Woodbury specializes in custom particle processing, toll manufacturing, and research & development. Our full team of scientists and engineers can help you with lab-scale development needs all the way through large-scale production.

AVEKA Fredericksburg - Fredericksburg, IA

AVEKA Fredericksburg was founded in 1996 with the purchase of its current facilities in Fredericksburg, Iowa. The original facility was set up as a cheese processing plant by Associated Milk Producers, Inc. AVEKA Fredericksburg can help you with your large-scale custom processing and manufacturing needs.

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AVEKA Waukon - Waukon, IA

AVEKA Waukon was founded in 2011, increasing our capacity to process food and nutraceutical products. AVEKA Waukon is equipped to handle your multi-step and custom food manufacturing needs.