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Tablets & Capsules April 2020 33 A survey of what's available multi-layer tableting Bilayer tablet press Prexima 800 bilayer tablet press produces as many as 1,044,000 tablets per hour. Machine's tableting zone is separated from its mechanical zone, reducing cleaning time and preventing cross-contamination. Large doors provide full access to prod- uct-contact parts, while the lower zone stays enclosed unless maintenance is required. Four-column cast iron support structure provides stability during pre- and main compression, both of which can reach 100 kilonewtons. Press is equipped with the company's XIMA control interface for improved operator efficiency. IMA North America, Leominster, MA 978 537 8534 www.ima.it Bilayer tablet press C 300 high-speed tablet press features interchangeable turrets for single- and bilayer tableting and a layer-sampling and rejection mechanism that ensures each layer meets the target weight. Like the company's other C-series presses, the C 300 has fully computerized compaction force control for automatic weight control as well as monitoring and adjustment of main compression, pre-compression, and ejection force. Unit's pre- and main compression rolls have equal capacity, which is useful for tableting difficult formulations. Options include a three-paddle feeder and a multiple-unit pellet-feeder for modified-release products. Company also offers the Cadpress IIA, IV, and Expert 1 bilayer tablet presses. CMC Machinery, Princeton, NJ 609 720 9800 www.cmcmach.com Tablet press with bilayer kit XT 600 tablet press can produce tablets of any format, size, and shape and uses a flexible compression column design that applies from 60 to 100 kilonewtons of pre- and main compression force. Compression dwell bar extends consolidation time and improves output when tableting difficult formulas. Exchangeable turret removes quickly, reducing downtime, and is available with 53, 63, 77, or 85 sta- tions. Bilayer conversion kit ensures precise layer weight control, first-layer sam- pling, and absolute layer separation. Korsch America, South Easton, MA 508 238 9080 www.korsch.com