Tablet Press Machinesin South Africa
Reliable Tablet Press Machines
What is a Tablet Press Machine?
A tablet press machine, often referred to as a pill press machine in South Africa, is an essential device that compresses powder into tablets of uniform size and weight. These machines play a pivotal role in tablet compression, transforming vast volumes of powder formulations into consumable tablets.

How Does a Tablet Press Work?
The tablet compression machine fills a specific die with the right volume of powder. This powder is then compressed into a tablet, and subsequently, the finished product is ejected. The precision of the machine ensures that each tablet undergoes a consistent tablet compression process, resulting in uniformity in size, weight, and density.
Industry Applications of Tablet Press Machines
Our tablet press machines are designed to cater to a wide range of industries and applications. Whether you’re in pharmaceutical production, nutraceuticals, or even confectionery, these machines provide reliable and efficient solutions for:
•Pharmaceutical Companies: Perfect for high-quality tablet production with precise dosing.
•Nutraceuticals: Ideal for manufacturing vitamin and supplement tablets.
•Research & Development Labs: Tailored for pilot-scale production and small-batch testing.
•Confectionery: Used for crafting mints, candies, and other pressed sweets.
•Educational Institutions: Perfect for pharmacy colleges and training centers.
•Custom Applications: Suitable for producing unique high-value, low-volume products
Each industry benefits from understanding the tablet compression process, ensuring efficiency and precision.
Tablet Press Range
EP Series
EP 200
Standard
Tablet press: 60kN rollers; AC Frequency Drive; touch control; compact & sturdy; ideal for R&D and pilot production; cGMP compliant; high-torque motor; reduced dust via cam; emergency stop; START/STOP switches.
EP 200
Force Mangement
Tablet Press: 5.7” touch interface; force display & USB record; compact design; multiple load cell measurements; cGMP compliant; high-torque motor; dust-reducing cam; emergency stop; START/STOP switches; ideal for high-value, low-volume products.
EP 200
Automatic Weight Control
Tablet Press: P+F encoder; servo control; compact design; 15″ HMI interface; optional tablet tester; cGMP compliant; high-torque motor; dust-reducing cam; AFR defect rejection; emergency stop; START/STOP switches.
EP 200 L
Standard Model
Tablet Press: Bi-Layer Compression; compact footprint; foot/cabinet mount; development/small volume focus; sieko dial control; auto-hard sampling; AC Drive; touch screen; safety switches; cGMP; high-torque; dust-reducing cam.
EP 200 L
Force Measurement
Tablet Press: Force Measurement: Precise dual-layer compression force; encoder punch tracking; 5.7″ touch force display; USB data port; ejection force measurement; cGMP compliant; high-torque; dust-reducing cam.
EP 200 L
Automatic Weight Control
Tablet Press: Double Paddle Force Feeder; individual Servo motors for fill depth and tablet compression control; 15″ HMI Panel PC; AFR feature for defective tablet rejection; optional Tablet taster integration.
EP 400
Standard
Tablet Press: Two Way Discharge Chute; Automatic Startup/Stop Tablet Rejection; Sieko dial tablet parameter control; Auto sampling in bi-layer mode; 10.4’’ HMI with multi-language support. integration.
EP 400
Auto Force Rejection
Tablet Press: Defective tablet identification; Compression & Ejection Force Measurement with Load Cell; Auto sampling in bi-layer mode; Touch screen Operator Interface; integrated control panel with Mode Selector Switch.
EP 400
Automatic Weight Control
Tablet Press: Defective tablet identification; Compression & Ejection Force Measurement with Load Cell; Auto sampling in bi-layer mode; Touch screen Operator Interface; integrated control panel with Mode Selector Switch.
EP 500
Automatic Weight Control
Tablet Press: Auto weight control; Servo-driven thickness control; Ejection and take-off force measurement; Fill track identification; 21 CFR part 11 compliant; Electromagnetic clutch for smooth startup and easy hand rotation; minimal dust generation.
EP 700
Automatic Weight Control
Tablet Press: Servo-driven thickness control; Ejection and take-off force measurement; Fill track identification; 21 CFR part 11 compliance; Electromagnetic clutch for smooth startup and hand rotation; minimal dust generation.
ECO Series
ECO III
Standard
Tablet press: GMP 20/27 station “D”/”B” tooling; electromagnetic clutch; ACVF Drive; high torque motor; Effervescent/Veterinary/non-pharma; sturdy pillar design. Precision turret; gravity feeder; variable punch penetration; dust-reducing CAM; external worm drive.
ECO III SL
Standard
Tablet Press: GMP 12-station “Special” tooling; electromagnetic clutch; ACVF Drive; high torque motor; Effervescent/Veterinary/non-pharma; sturdy pillar design. Precision turret; gravity feeder; variable punch penetration; dust-reducing CAM; external worm drive.
ECO III SL
Auto Force Rejection
Tablet Press: 15.0” Touch screen; punch force display; defective tablet detection; Compression & Ejection Force Measurement; Initial Rejection function diverts tablets during starts & stops. Precision turret; variable punch penetration; dust-reducing CAM; sturdy construction.
ECO V
Standard
Tablet Press: Large-volume production; cGMP compliant; AHCOS; high-torque helical drive; Automatic Tablet Rejection; 100 Recipe storage. Electroless Nickel Plated Turret; Double Paddle Force Feeder; Variable Punch Penetration
ECO V
Auto Force Rejection
Tablet Press: Kiosk-mounted 15.0” Touch screen; punch force display; defective tablet detection; Compression Force Measurement; Initial Rejection function; customizable parameters for efficient tablet production.
ECO VII
Standard
Tablet Press: Ideal for Large volume production; AHCOS; Internal Helical Drive; AC Variable Frequency Drive; Automatic Startup/Stop Tablet Rejection; Swing Arm Control Panel; 100 Recipe storage/recall.
ECO VII
Auto Force Rejection
Tablet Press: Kiosk-mounted 15.0” Touch screen; punch force display; defective tablet identification; Compression Force Measurement; Initial Rejection function; customizable parameters for efficient production.
Elizabeth Hata
A Pioneer in Multilayer & Core Tablet Technology
Tablet Compression machines capable of creating Single-Layer, Bi-Layer, Tri-Layer, Core-layer, In-layer, Core, and Exposed Core Tablets.
Hata CVX Swap-Out Turret Tablet Press:
Key Features of the CVX Series Include:
- Rapid transition between products
- Cleanable design with hand wash capability
- Simplified parts removal for convenience
- Clear view of the compression area
- Mobile and user-friendly control kiosk
- Functions at speeds up to 100 RPM.
Precision Tablet Tooling Supplier
Elevate your tablet production with our tools crafted to the highest GMP standards, ensuring excellence in every press.