This is the most comprehensive guide about the design of and specifications for tablet tooling, the design of tablets, and the appropriate compression forces for various types of tooling. The manual provides detailed explanations and supporting illustrations for inspection and maintenance of tooling. Two troubleshooting charts identify common tablet production problems and their remedies.

Key Features
• Basic information on industry terminology, tablet manufacturing, and tooling specification drawings.
• Tablet tooling specifications and tooling design options.
• Guidelines for optimal tablet design.
• Tooling interchangeability tables.

Table of Contents
• Guidelines for Using This Manual
• TSM Tooling Specifications and Design Options
• Tablet Design
• Tool Steels, Compression Forces, and Fatigue Failure
• Tooling Procurement, Inspection, and Maintenance
• Troubleshooting Tablet Production Problems
• Appendix. Tablet Press and Tooling Manufacturers and Distributors