Portable pan coater for pilot scale tablet coating

Achieve uniform tablet coating with interchangeable pans and anti-marking technology, perfect for R&D labs and small-scale production looking to refine their coating processes efficiently and precisely.

Coats and Dries Tablets Efficiently

The LDCS-Pro HI-COATER® from Freund is a versatile tablet coating machine designed for research and development labs, as well as pilot-scale and small production facilities in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries. It combines portability with precision, using interchangeable pans to accommodate various batch sizes from 2L to 150L, allowing you to efficiently coat tablets and capsules with film, sugar, or solvent applications. The machine’s abrasion-resistant perforations and anti-marking features ensure minimal tablet attrition and high-quality coating finishes. Featuring a recipe-driven control system, it offers both automatic and manual operation modes, enhancing process customization and repeatability. Additionally, the LDCS-Pro integrates seamlessly into existing production lines with options for Smart-Safe™ containment and EcoClean™ technology to support sanitary operations. Its robust construction includes a continuous weld pan housing for durability, a no-drip AT-PRO™ spray gun for precise application, and inline PAT monitoring for real-time coating thickness assessment. Designed for GMP compliance, this equipment streamlines cleaning and maintenance with features like an integral drain and quick-change mounting system, making it an ideal solution for dynamic production environments.

Benefits

  • Enhances coating precision and consistency with advanced anti-marking technology.
  • Increases operational flexibility through interchangeable pans catering to varied batch sizes.
  • Boosts production efficiency with quick-change mounting systems and rapid cleaning features.
  • Supports compliance and safety with optional Smart-Safe™ containment and GMP-compliant design.
  • Minimizes tablet attrition, ensuring higher product yield and quality.

General


Applications
Nutraceuticals,Vitamins,Supplements,Pharmaceutical tablets
End products
Probiotic tablets,Hard gelatin vitamin capsules,Chewable vitamin c tablets,Coated ibuprofen tablets,Multivitamin tablets
Steps before
Granulation,Mixing,Drying
Steps after
Real Time Coating Thickness Measurement,Packing,Tablet Pressing
Input ingredients
tablet cores,uncoated tablets,film coating solutions,sugar coating solutions,solvent coating solutions
Output ingredients
coated tablets,film-coated tablets,sugar-coated tablets,solvent-coated tablets
Market info
Freund is known for its expertise in granulation and coating technology, supplying high-quality industrial equipment for pharmaceutical, chemical, and food industries. Renowned for innovation and reliability, Freund consistently delivers engineered-to-order solutions tailored to client needs.

Technical Specifications


Coating method
Pan Coating
Pan Sizes
20L,40L,55L,110L,150L
Batch Size Range
1.6 - 120 kg
Automation
Automatic (Recipe-Driven) and Manual Modes
Drain System
Integral Drain for Rapid Cleaning
Spray Gun
AT-PRO™ Anti-Bearding Spray Gun
Display
Color Touchscreen Control System
Data and Recipe Handling
21 CFR Part 11 Compliant
Pan Interior Finish
Sanitary Mirror-Smooth Finish
Cleaning Technology
EcoClean™ Technology Optional
Pressure System
High Pressure – Low Volume Systems
Process Changeover
Quick Process Changeover
Pat Monitoring
Inline PAT Monitoring Optional
Spray Rate and Delivery Amount
Control Available

Operating Characteristics


Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch
Changeover time
Quick Process Changeover
CIP/SIP
Integral Drain for Rapid Cleaning
Energy efficiency
High Pressure – Low Volume Systems
Automation level
Automatic (Recipe-Driven) and Manual Modes

Material Compatibility


Abrasion resistance
High
Cleanability
Easy,Quick-Change Mounting System
Density/particle size
0.8 g/cc bulk density

Product type Characteristics


Coating Method
Film,Sugar,Solvent
Container Type
Tablet Coater

Physical Characteristics


Pan Size
20L,40L,55L,110L,150L
Batch Size Range
10% to 100% of Brim Volume
Pan Diameter (mm)
610 (24"),762 (30"),914 (36"),991 (39")
Interior Finish
Sanitary Mirror-Smooth Finish
Footprint
Portable,Self Contained System
Access Doors
Hinged Front and Side Access
Drain System
Integral Drain for Rapid Cleaning
Baffle Design
Anti-Slide Baffles Formed into Pan

Custom Options


Cleaning Features
Integral drain for rapid cleaning