Combines laser drilling, marking, and coding in a compact system designed for small-batch pharmaceutical applications. From evaluating laser performance on different product coatings to testing drilling configurations and identification methods, researchers can explore processing options without the need for production-scale equipment.
Whether processing a handful of products or evaluating multiple configurations, the R&D Laser provides the flexibility to conduct small-scale trials without involving a production line.
The manually operated system uses a custom-machined paddle that holds up to 25 products. Operators can select individual positions for drilling or marking through the touchscreen interface.
The system supports a range of pharmaceutical products, including osmotic tablets, conventional tablets, caplets, hard capsules, and softgel capsules, using product-specific handling arrangements.
With programmable settings for up to 50 products, researchers can return to established processing configurations as development requirements change.
How will a laser mark appear on a new tablet coating? Will a different formulation or surface finish affect marking quality?
The R&D Laser allows teams to test laser interaction with different product coatings and surfaces, evaluate the appearance and readability of markings, and adjust laser parameters before committing to larger-scale processing.
Marking and coding applications include:
Researchers can explore different designs and marking parameters across tablets, capsules, and softgels to help determine the appropriate approach for each product.
For osmotic and other controlled-release products requiring laser-drilled apertures, the R&D Laser provides adjustable drilling parameters for formulation development and dissolution testing.
Researchers can evaluate different aperture configurations and refine their processing requirements without relying on high-speed production equipment.
Product coatings, formulations, shapes, and identification requirements can vary from one development project to the next.
The R&D Laser gives research teams the flexibility to investigate these differences using a single system for both drilling and marking.
Its 17-inch touchscreen, programmable product settings, compact footprint, and mobility make it a practical addition to pharmaceutical research environments.
Whether evaluating how a laser responds to a new coating, developing a product identification method, or refining an osmotic drilling pattern, the R&D Laser helps teams establish processing requirements on a small scale.
As projects advance, Ackley Hartnett also offers production-scale laser drilling and marking equipment to support future manufacturing needs.
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