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Locate pill counter, bottler and liquid filler pharmaceutical packaging equipment

Pill counters and liquid fillers measure the exact amount of pills or liquid needed per bottle. Most of these machines work on a conveyor system so the bottles are held, filled and released.

I recommend: All-Fill provides a wide variety of liquid fill machines for pharmaceutical use. The Ambrose Company supplies liquid fillers and pill bottlers. Visit Capmatic for a wide range of pharmaceutical packing machines.

Purchase cappers and sealers for pharma packaging

Cappers and sealers are a necessary part of the process of packaging for pharmaceuticals. These machines place a seal on or in the product. This allows customers to see if the package has been tampered with. Cappers and sealers are available as machines that complete one cap or seal at a time up to machines that complete 100 caps or seals at a time.

I recommend: Find new and used pharmaceutical packaging machines at Machinery & Equipment. Locate pharma packing equipment at the U.S. Bottlers Machinery Company. Buy blister package and safety seal machines at Zhejiang Hualian Pharmaceutical Machinery.

Purchase pharmaceutical packaging machinery conveyor belts

Liquid and pill packaging machines often require conveyor belts to transfer the medications throughout the facility. Most pharmaceutical packaging systems sell a collection of products, but the conveyor belts to move the product to the next machine are often sold separately.

I recommend: Find all types of conveyor belt parts including conveyor belt stands at SJF Material Handling. FlexLink carries adjustable conveyor belts. Select from a wide variety of new and used conveyor systems at EquipNet.

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• •  Some pharmaceutical packaging machines such as pill counters are adjustable to accommodate a variety of sizes and shapes. Check the machine's features to find a machine that adjusts to your required size.

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Determine the types of pharmaceutical packaging solutions you need

Different types of pharmaceuticals require different types of packaging and, therefore, different types of pharmaceutical packaging systems. You may need blister packaging technologies or packaging machinery for liquid pharmaceuticals. Look online to see the products that meet your specific needs.

I recommend: Request information on liquid pharmaceutical packaging machinery from Filamatic. Contact The Elizabeth Companies for information about their pharmaceutical packaging machines and tools for use with blister packaging. Contact K-Int'l Equipment for information about their inventory of pharmaceutical packing machines.

Consider used pharmaceutical packaging equipment

Purchasing used, reconditioned or refurbished pharmaceutical packing machines can be a great way to fill the packaging needs of your business. By purchasing used machinery, you can obtain the same high quality results for a lower cost. Check out all warranties (if available) when purchasing used pharmaceutical packaging machinery.

I recommend: Browse the used pharmaceutical equipment available online from EquipNet. Look for used pharmaceutical packaging equipment from The Frain Group. Look for suppliers of used and reconditioned pharmaceutical packaging machines on the ThomasNet website. Search for used pharmaceutical packaging machinery available from Federal Equipment Company.

Decide on a supplier for your pharmaceutical packaging needs

Choose a supplier of packaging for pharmaceuticals and packaging equipment based not solely on their inventory. Consider customer service, delivery services, repair and maintenance assistance and available warranties when selecting a provider of pharmaceutical packaging equipment. Look online to locate and get information on the many suppliers of pharmaceutical packaging equipment to help you make your choice.

I recommend: View the many pharmaceutical packaging equipment suppliers on Medical Device Link. Check MacRae's Blue Book for companies that supply packaging for pharmaceuticals and packaging equipment.

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• •  When making packaging for pharmaceuticals, don't forget to think about package design and branding. Look to marketing and advertising professionals for assistance with branding and style.
• •  Make sure that you and your employees have sufficient training on the pharmaceutical packaging machinery that you purchase for your business.

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Consider taking an educational course to learn about pharmaceutical packaging equipment

Educational courses are the best way to get detailed training and information about a particular subject. Check with educational institutes and technical centers for courses pertaining to pharmaceutical packing machines. Learn about the various types of pharmaceutical equipment including pill packaging machines. Discover the risks involved in improper pharmaceutical packaging.

I recommend: IOM3 offers a three-day intensive course in pharmaceutical packaging. Instructors design the course for persons directly working in pharmaceutical packaging industries. Web Campus offers a course in pharmaceutical finishing and packaging systems that discussing both the design and usage of packaging machines. The school offers a certificate and a master's in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Attend forums and expos that cover pharmaceutical packaging equipment and practices

Forums and seminars are a great way to stay up-to-date on new packaging machines and equipment along with new techniques and trends for pharmaceutical packaging. Forums allow those from the pharmaceutical packaging industry to share ideas and questions.

I recommend: The Pharmaceutical Packaging Forum is an annual event that aims to bring together pharmaceutical packaging companies to share strategies and ideas through seminars and workshops. The annual Pharma Packaging and Labeling event brings pharmaceutical packaging professionals from around the world together to learn and grow from the experiences of one another.

Search for articles that give information about pharmaceutical packaging machines

Articles and publications are a good way to gain information or refresh your knowledge about pharmaceutical packaging machinery. Many publications give insight into new and upcoming products and equipment. Medical and pharmaceutical journal and periodicals often feature articles and studies of manufacturers.

I recommend: BioPharm features an article discussing new enhanced means of packaging. PharmaManufacturing offers a download of a study of the purchasing of U.S. Pharmaceutical packaging machines.

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• •  When gaining pharmaceutical packaging equipment education and training, be certain to learn about labeling techniques. While many may feel that the packaging revolves around the package, the label on pharmaceutical products is equally important for safety. Labeling machines must provide clear and durable labels to withstand shipping and delivery to pharmacies.

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Cappers

Cappers are the pharmaceutical packaging equipment that apply the cap tops to pharmaceutical bottles.

I recommend: Look at the Pharmaceutical Seal Bottle Capper - ST Series from Fowler Products Company. This series offers crimp seal closures for pharmaceutical applications at speeds that exceed 600 vials per minute.

Sealer

Sealers apply tamper resistant packaging to pharmaceutical products. They apply a coating packing layer to the product to ensure freshness while at the same time make it harder for children to accidentally ingest the product.

I recommend: Check out the blister sealer from Pierce Packaging Equipment.

Auger filler

Auger fillers moving materials or liquids by means of a rotating the goods into their intended containers.

I recommend: Look at the auger fillers offered by All Fill. Check out the auger fillers from PER-FIL Industries as well.

Deblistering machine

Deblistering machines remove capsules from PVC or aluminum blisters.

I recommend: Find out more about Deblistering machines from Vanguard Pharmaceutical Machinery.

Granulator

Granulators give pharmaceutical companies a uniform dense granule product. The machine does this when dry powders are loaded into the granulator either by vacuum or gravity that are then impelled and chopped and sent out the other end of the machine.

I recommend: Check out the specs on the granulator products from Servolift.

Deduster

Dedusters help remove dust and burrs from tablets as per Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines. Dedusters use vibration to knock the dust and burrs from the tablets.

I recommend: Check out the tablet deduster from Technical Development Corporation.