Tablet compression tooling consists of several parts. The tablet press makes the tablets according to a pre-determined design. Punches and dies set into the tablet press to actually shape the tablets. Tablet compaction simulators use a computer program to measure the pressure and compression of the tablet press. These tools make tablets for a variety of industries; however, the largest application of tablet compression tooling is pharmaceuticals and vitamins.

Tablet compression tooling determines the shape and configuration of the finished tablet. Tablets made for human consumption need a design that appears pleasing and easy to swallow. The design partly relies on marketing and consumer recognition. Tablet compression tooling also applies coatings for tablets to make them easier to swallow to prevent dissolution. An effective design provided by tablet compression tooling can help your business achieve optimum sales of your product.

Adopt tablet compression tooling in your manufacturing process after completing the following:

1. Explore the uses of tablet compression tooling.

2. Look for a tablet compression tooling provider of tablet presses.

3. Find tablet compression tooling punches and dies.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Determine how tablet compression tooling can aid your business

Precision tablet compression tooling can design a product that meets consumer expectations. Such tooling can help overcome production problems that result in inferior products or impact production schedules such as tablet discoloration and poor engraving. When using good tooling, more possibilities for tablet production become available.

I recommend: Compression Components & Service carry tablet compression tooling designed for different applications. This company also provides training for use of its products, field service and calibration of its equipment. TABLETpress.net makes several tablet presses designed for use in different types of industries and at different capacities, and offers upgrades and free shipping on switching receptacles.

Locate companies that manufacture tablet compression tooling presses

The tablet press comprises the main component of tablet compression tooling. Some manufacturers specialize in making the tablet press. These presses range in size and capabilities, depending on the buyer's need.

I recommend: PEI Corporation manufacturers several types of tablet presses. Tablet compression tooling information about each press appears on PEI's website. Vanguard Pharmaceutical Machinery, Inc. manufactures a rotary tablet press that produces up to 185,000 tablets per hour. Vanguard also makes a single tablet press for small batch production and tablet deduster machines.

Identify suppliers of tablet compression tooling parts and accessories

Though the tablet press forms the main component of tablet compression, the press has a multitude of parts. Some companies make parts specifically for the tablet press. Some companies provide supplies only for tablet presses they make, while others make or sell parts for multiple manufacturers.

I recommend: Natoli Engineering Company makes tablet compression tooling, parts and accessories, and replacement parts for tablet presses. The website contains a tablet compression tooling list of available products. Thomas Engineering manufactures punches and dies for tablet manufacturing. They will also provide sample tablets, punch and die inspection, and interchangeable tablet compression tooling.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  When designing your tablet, avoid placing engravings at the apex of a tablet because the engravings erode upon contact with other tablets and hard surfaces. These bits will stick to other tablets in the manufacturing process creating an unsightly tablet or will generate dust in the packaging process. Excessive engraving can also create a weakened tablet surface prone to eroding, which can also cause damage to the tablet compression tool itself.