Tablet Press Machine
Leading Tablet Press Machine Manufacturer in China
As a trusted tablet press machine manufacturer, URMACHINE offers an extensive line of single-punch, flower basket, and multi-station rotary tablet presses. Built for precision tableting across pharma, supplement, chemical, and confectionery sectors, our machines handle tablet diameters up to 50 mm with scalable outputs from 6,000 to 225,000 pcs/h. Match your production targets by pressure, tooling specs, and output—request a customized quote and tooling review today.
High-Efficiency Automatic Tablet Press Solutions
A tablet press machine must do more than reach a target output. It must fill each die consistently, apply controlled compression force, release the finished tablet cleanly and allow operators to repeat the process from batch to batch. URMACHINE configures each solution around the material, tablet geometry, production capacity and level of automation required by the application.
Precision Filling Control
Adjustable filling depth controls the amount of powder or granules entering each die cavity. This helps operators maintain consistent tablet weight when the formulation and operating parameters are stable.
Adjustable Compression Force
Compression force and tablet thickness can be adjusted to suit different formulations and product requirements. The correct settings help achieve the required balance of tablet hardness, density and disintegration performance.
Pre-Compression Technology
Selected rotary tablet press models use pre-compression before the main compression stage. This allows trapped air to escape from the powder bed and can help reduce capping or lamination when the formulation and process settings are appropriate.
Flexible Punch and Die Tooling
Interchangeable tooling supports round, oval, oblong, embossed and other tablet shapes. Standard or custom punches and dies can be selected according to tablet dimensions, formulation characteristics and the tooling standard supported by the machine.
Broad Material Compatibility
The range can be configured for pharmaceutical powders, vitamin and mineral blends, herbal products, confectionery materials, detergents, chemicals and selected technical powders. A sample test is recommended for sticky, abrasive, hygroscopic or difficult-to-compress materials.
Scalable Production Capacity
Choose a compact single-punch machine for formulation work and low-volume production, or a multi-station rotary tablet press machine for continuous medium- or high-output manufacturing. Listed models cover capacities from 6,000 to 225,000 tablets per hour.
PLC and HMI Control Options
Selected automatic tablet press machines can be supplied with PLC and touchscreen HMI controls for parameter setting, operating-status monitoring and recipe management. Available functions depend on the machine and agreed control configuration.
Enclosed Compression Area
Selected models use an enclosed compression zone to separate the tableting area from the external environment. Stainless-steel product-contact parts and accessible surfaces support routine cleaning and changeover procedures.
Safety Interlock Systems
Model-specific safeguards may include door interlocks, overload protection and emergency-stop controls. The final safety configuration is confirmed according to the selected machine and project requirements.
Cleaning and Line Integration
Accessible compression components help simplify inspection, cleaning and tooling changes. The tablet press can also be planned with compatible feeding, dedusting, metal-detection, coating or packaging equipment where required.
Tablets and Materials You Can Produce
URMACHINE tablet press machines can be configured for different product formats. Final machine selection depends on the formulation, tablet diameter and shape, required compression force, tooling and production capacity.
Standard Single-Layer Tablets
Single-layer tablets are produced by filling one formulation into the die and compressing it into a finished dose or solid product. They are widely used for medicines, supplements, confectionery and industrial applications.
Multi-Layer Tablets
Compatible multi-layer tablet presses use separate feeding and compression stages for two or more formulations. These machines may be used for bi-color tablets, ingredient separation or products designed for sequential release. Multi-layer capability must be specified when the machine is selected.
Pharmaceutical Tablets
Pharmaceutical tablet production requires control of tablet weight, thickness and hardness, together with suitable product-contact materials and documented operating procedures. The required machine and documentation package should be defined according to the destination market and the manufacturer's validation plan.
Chewable Tablets
Chewable medicines, antacids and nutritional products often require careful control of tablet hardness, mouthfeel and dimensions. Tooling and process settings should be tested with the actual formulation before production.
Effervescent Tablets
Effervescent formulations can be sensitive to humidity and may require large-diameter tooling, controlled production conditions and anti-sticking measures. Share the formulation characteristics and target tablet dimensions so the machine and tooling can be evaluated correctly.
Industrial and Consumer Tablets
Suitable configurations can compress detergents, disinfectants, fertilizers, catalysts and other technical materials into measured solid forms. Abrasive, corrosive or difficult-flowing materials should be reviewed through an application assessment and sample trial.
How our tablet press solutions optimize production efficiency, batch quality, and operational reliability:
Scale production with less equipment guesswork: Match the machine type and number of stations to the required batch size and hourly output.
Improve process repeatability: Controlled filling depth, compression force, and tablet thickness help operators reproduce established settings across every run.
Reduce avoidable production interruptions: Accessible components, planned maintenance schedules, and appropriate spare tooling help limit unnecessary line downtime.
Support faster product changeovers: Suitable tooling, saved recipes on compatible control systems, and clear cleaning procedures simplify repeat production batches.
Prepare for installation and validation: Application review, factory testing, and agreed documentation packages give the project team clearer acceptance criteria prior to shipment.
The following advanced functions are model-dependent and can be confirmed during technical selection:
Compression-force monitoring: Tracks real-time compression-force trends so operators can instantly identify and correct process variation.
Automatic tablet rejection: Automatically diverts individual tablets identified outside configured process limits without stopping machine operation.
Recipe and parameter storage: Saves approved operating settings within the HMI for faster, error-free, and more consistent batch setups.
Centralized lubrication: Automatically delivers controlled lubricant to designated moving components and punch barrels at scheduled intervals.
Force-feeding system: Utilizes powered dual-paddle feeders to ensure uniform die filling for powders with poor flowability or high cohesion.
Special punch coatings: Optional chromium nitride or DLC coatings help manage formulation sticking, corrosion, or abrasive wear.
Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT): Verifies agreed machine mechanical functions, electrical safety, and sample-tablet compaction performance before dispatch.
Production-line integration: Connects upstream vacuum powder feeding with downstream dedusters, metal detectors, tablet weight sorters, and blistering lines.
Industries Using Tablet Press Machines
URMACHINE supplies tablet compression equipment for regulated and non-regulated production environments. The material-contact design, documentation and machine configuration are selected for the intended application.
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Tablet presses are used for oral solid-dose development, pilot batches and commercial pharmaceutical manufacturing. Machine selection should account for the formulation, batch records, cleaning strategy and applicable qualification requirements.
Nutraceutical Production
Vitamin, mineral, herbal and dietary-supplement manufacturers use tablet presses for products with different weights, shapes and hardness targets. Force feeding or anti-sticking measures may be considered for formulations with challenging flow properties.
Food and Confectionery
Food-grade configurations can produce compressed mints, candy, seasoning cubes and similar products. Product-contact materials, cleaning access and tooling geometry should match the food-safety program and formulation.
Veterinary Medicine
Veterinary manufacturers may require different tablet sizes and strengths for livestock or companion-animal products. Large-format tablets require suitable press force, filling depth and tooling dimensions.
Chemical and Household Products
Tablet presses can form detergents, disinfectants, deodorizers and other measured chemical products. Material compatibility and corrosion resistance must be assessed before machine configuration.
Ceramics and Powder Metallurgy
Selected presses can compact ceramic, catalyst or metal powders into forms intended for sintering or further processing. Abrasiveness, required density and tooling wear are important selection factors.
What Types of Automatic Tablet Press Equipment Does URMACHINE Offer?
ZP series Rotary Tablet Press Machine
Number of molds: 5-47
Max. Tablet Dia：12-50mm
Production capacity: 9,000-199,800 pieces/hour (depending on the model)
ZPW series Rotary Tablet Press Machine
Number of molds: 5-47 (depending on the model)
Max. Tablet Dia：12-50mm
Production capacity: 9,000-225,000 pieces/hour (depending on the model)
Basket-Type Tablet Press Machine
Production output (pcs/min): 20-40
Maximum tablet diameter (mm): 55
External dimensions (mm): 2120*980*960
Weight (kg) 1100kg
TDP-5 Single-Punch Tablet Press Machine
Designed for laboratories, formulation trials and small-batch production, the TDP-5 single-punch tablet press produces up to 6,000 tablets per hour and supports tablets up to 20 mm in diameter.
Technical Specifications of URMACHINE Automatic Tablet Press Machines
ZP Series Automatic Tablet Press Machine PDF downloads
Main Parameters For ZP Series Automatic Tablet Press Machines
Filter by series capacity to match production output, compression force, and tooling requirements.
| Model | Punchquantity (sets) | Max. pressure(kN) | Max. tabletdiameter (mm) | Max. fillingdepth (mm) | Max. tabletthickness (mm) | Turret speed(r/min) | Productioncapacity (pc/h) | Motor power(kW) | Machineweight (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZP-5 (A/B) | 5 | 40–60 | 12–20 | 15 | 6 | 30 | 9,000 | 2.2 | 260–300 |
| ZP-7 (A/B) | 7 | 40–60 | 12–20 | 15 | 6 | 30 | 12,600 | 2.2 | 260–300 |
| ZP-9 (A/B) | 9 | 40–60 | 12–20 | 15 | 6 | 30 | 16,200 | 2.2 | 260–300 |
| ZP-11B | 11 | 60 | 12 | 15 | 6 | 30 | 19,800 | 2.2 | 420 |
| ZP-12 (A/B) | 12 | 40–60 | 12–20 | 15 | 6 | 30 | 21,600 | 2.2 | 300 |
| ZP-13B | 13 | 150 | 50 | 30 | 12 | 13–28 | 7,800–19,500 | 5.5 | 1,000 |
| ZP-15 | 15 | 60 | 20 | 15 | 6 | 11–28 | 10,000–25,000 | 2.2 | 650 |
| ZP-17 | 17 | 60 | 20 | 15 | 6 | 11–28 | 11,000–28,000 | 2.2 | 650 |
| ZP-19 | 19 | 60 | 12 | 15 | 6 | 11–28 | 12,000–31,000 | 2.2 | 650 |
| ZP-33 | 33 | 40 | 12 | 15 | 6 | 11–28 | 22,000– 110,000 | 2.2 | 850 |
| ZP-33B | 33 | 60 | 12 | 15 | 6 | 11–30 | 43,000– 110,000 | 3.0 | 1,650 |
| ZP-35D | 35 | 80 | 13 | 15 | 6 | 14–36 | 150,000 | 3.0 | 1,800 |
| ZP-41D | 41 | 80 | 13 | 15 | 6 | 14–36 | 170,000 | 3.0 | 1,800 |
| ZP-45D | 45 | 80 | 13 | 15 | 6 | 14–36 | 199,800 | 5.5 | 1,800 |
ZPW Series Automatic Tablet Press Machines
ZPW Series Automatic Tablet Press Machine PDF downloads
ZPW Series Rotary Tablet Press Specifications
Filter by series capacity to match production output, compression force, tooling, and dimensions.
| ModelSeries Variant | Punches(Sets) | Max. Force(kN) | Max. Dia.(mm) | Fill Depth(mm) | Thickness(mm) | Turret Speed(r/min) | Output Capacity(pc/h) | Motor(kW) | Dimensions(mm) | Weight(kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZPW-8 | 8 | 80 | 23 | 15 | 6 | 5 - 30 | 14,400 | 2.2 | 820×650×1550 | 840 |
| PW-10 | 10 | 80 | 23 | 15 | 6 | 5 - 30 | 14,400 | 2.2 | 820×650×1550 | 840 |
| ZPW-15D | 15 | 60 | 22 | 15 | 6 | 37 | 35,000 | 2.2 | 615×890×1415 | 700 |
| ZPW-17D | 17 | 60 | 20 | 15 | 6 | 37 | 40,000 | 2.2 | 615×890×1415 | 700 |
| ZPW-19D | 19 | 60 | 13 | 15 | 6 | 37 | 42,000 | 2.2 | 615×890×1415 | 700 |
| ZPW-21B | 21 | 80 | 20 | 18 | 9 | — | 15,000 - 45,000 | 3.0 | 900×800×1640 | 1200 |
| ZPW-21 | 21 | 100 | 45 | 25 | 12 | 10 - 25 | 63,000 | 7.5 | 1000×1250×1900 | 3200 |
| ZPW-23 | 23 | 100 | 40 | 25 | 12 | 10 - 25 | 69,000 | 7.5 | 1000×1250×1900 | 3200 |
| ZPW-26 | 26 | 80 | 18 | 18 | 8 | 14 | 21,840 | 4.0 | 920×970×1900 | 1600 |
| ZPW-29 | 29 | 80 | 24 | 15 | 6 | 14 - 36 | 125,000 | 3 - 5.5 | 1230×950×1670 | 1700 |
| ZPW-31 | 31 | 80 | 22 | 15 | 6 | 14 - 36 | 135,000 | 3 - 5.5 | 1230×950×1670 | 1700 |
How a Rotary Tablet Press Machine Works
A rotary tablet press performs a continuous sequence as its turret moves the upper and lower punches around the compression cycle.
Material Feeding
Granules or powders flow from the hopper into the force feeder to ensure uniform distribution.
Why Choose URMACHINE as Your Tablet Press Manufacturer?
Certified Automatic Tablet Press Machine
Model-specific CE documentation, material certificates, FAT records and qualification documents are available for tablet press projects according to the selected machine and agreed configuration.
Real-World Tablet Press Manufacturing Projects
Pharmaceutical Rotary Tablet Press Project
Full 48-hour continuous Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) with raw powder trial. Verified pre-compression air degassing to eliminate capping at high RPM, along with automated real-time force-monitoring rejection calibration.
Configured enclosed SS316L compression chamber and HEPA dust vacuum connection ensured tight containment during continuous operation, fully matching facility audit criteria.
Nutraceutical Tablet Production Project
Raw botanical granules demonstrated abrasive characteristics and poor gravity flow. URMACHINE integrated powered force-feeding paddles and applied CrN punch coatings to eliminate formulation sticking and punch face wear.
Continuous test runs proved zero die-sticking over continuous 8-hour batching. Consistent tablet hardness reached 140–160 N, eliminating friability and capping issues during downstream bottling.
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Automatic Tablet Press Machine: Frequently Asked Questions
Engineering insights on rotary & single-punch designs, compaction pressure, tooling standards, and cGMP compliance
Looking to optimize your solid dosage production line for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food, or chemical applications? URMACHINE specializes in the R&D, precision engineering, and global supply of high-performance tablet press machinery. From lab-scale formulation to high-speed commercial production, we deliver flexible, turnkey compaction solutions engineered to maximize operational ROI.
As a CE and ISO-certified machinery manufacturer, URMACHINE ensures strict cGMP compliance, complete DQ/IQ/OQ validation support, and reliable global after-sales service. For over 15 years, our rotary and single-punch presses have delivered precise tablet weight control, uniform hardness, and continuous output for processing plants worldwide.
Need help selecting the right punch tooling or machine model? Contact our technical team today for a customized quotation or to schedule a free powder sample compaction test.
A single-punch tablet press uses one set of punches and one die to produce one tablet per compression cycle. It is compact and suitable for laboratory work, formulation trials and low-volume production. A rotary tablet press uses multiple tooling stations on a rotating turret to fill, compress and eject tablets continuously, making it better suited to medium- and high-output manufacturing.
Capping and lamination may occur when air remains trapped in the powder bed or when the formulation and compression settings are unsuitable. Pre-compression can release part of the trapped air before main compression. Correct granulation, moisture, feeder speed, turret speed, dwell time and compression force must also be evaluated because the machine alone cannot correct every formulation problem.
Available tooling depends on the selected model. Configurations may support B, D, BB or other compatible tooling, together with custom punches and dies for special shapes or embossing. Confirm the required tablet drawing and tooling standard before ordering.
cGMP applies to the design and operation of the complete manufacturing process, while the FDA does not issue a general approval for every tablet press machine. Selected configurations can include suitable stainless-steel product-contact parts, enclosed compression areas, safety controls and agreed qualification documents. Share your User Requirement Specification so URMACHINE can confirm the applicable machine design and documentation.
Potential solutions include force feeding, suitable punch coatings, controlled turret speed or other model-specific options. The correct approach depends on the actual formulation. A sample compression trial is recommended before final machine selection.
Routine work generally includes cleaning powder from the die table and punch guides, inspecting punches, dies, cams and compression rollers, applying the specified lubricant, checking safety devices and storing cleaned tooling in dry, protected conditions. Always follow the maintenance schedule and lubricant specifications supplied with the selected model.
Depending on the model and control package, options may include touchscreen operation, recipe storage, compression-force monitoring, audit trails, automatic rejection and centralized lubrication. Required functions should be listed in the User Requirement Specification so their availability can be confirmed.
Yes, sample compression testing can be arranged when enough representative material and product requirements are provided. The test scope, sample quantity, target tablet specifications and acceptance criteria should be agreed before the material is shipped.
Compatible multi-layer configurations and custom tooling can be evaluated for bi-layer, bi-color, embossed, large-format or specially shaped products. Send the tablet drawing, formulation information and target capacity for a technical review.
Delivery depends on the model, tooling, control configuration, documentation and level of customization. Confirm the current manufacturing schedule in the formal quotation rather than relying on a general lead-time estimate.
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