Tablet Compaction Simulators | Huxley Bertram at CMAC Open Days 2026

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Advancing Compaction Simulation as a Tier 2 CMAC Member

Huxley Bertram is pleased to be returning to CMAC Open Days 2026 this year as a proud sponsor, exhibitor, and Tier 2 member. The partnership reflects Huxley Bertram’s long‑term commitment to advancing realistic, data‑rich compaction science for the global pharmaceutical sector, including leadership in tablet compaction simulator and powder compaction simulator technology.
At the event, visitors can meet our team to explore how Huxley Bertram’s advanced compaction simulation equipment—used widely in pharmaceutical R&D—can transform development workflows, from formulation research to production troubleshooting.

 

Leadership in Compaction Simulation

Huxley Bertram is recognised internationally as a trusted supplier of advanced pharmaceutical tablet simulator systems used by some of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. With a product range built around precision engineering, dynamic response, and exceptional data quality, the company enables researchers and process engineers to work with confidence—simulating real production tablet press behaviour using laboratory‑scale tablet press and tablet research press solutions.
As a CMAC Tier 2 member, Huxley Bertram supports industry‑academic collaboration in solid‑dose research, driving innovation across powder science, drug formulation, tablet development, and translational manufacturing.

 

Why Leading Pharma Companies Choose HB Compaction Simulators

Exceptional data quality and measurement fidelity

  • Ultra‑high‑resolution force and displacement measurement
  • Up to 100 kHz data acquisition for capturing fast, complex press events
  • Piezo die‑wall pressure options for unmatched insight into powder behaviour, lubrication and powder compaction

Replication of production press conditions

  • Realistic punch‑speed acceleration (>200 m/s² on HB100)
  • Industry‑leading profile accuracy for mimicking high‑speed rotary tablet press motion
  • Ability to replicate production tablet press behaviour for scale‑up and troubleshooting

Freedom to explore your full design space

  • Create and customise every conceivable press profile in Research Mode
  • Extensive accessory ecosystem: feeders, temperature‑controlled dies, split dies, multilayer modules, external lubrication, tablet‑tester integration and more
  • Controlled, precise small‑batch tablet production with only a few grams of powder

Intuitive, powerful software

  • Simulation Mode for replicating any production press at chosen RPM
  • Research Mode for QbD‑driven tablet formulation development and process exploration
  • Flexible configuration suited to both early‑stage research and production support

Reliable, responsive service and long‑term support

  • Dedicated engineering support
  • Robust servicing programmes
  • Rapid assistance to maximise uptime and long‑term performance

Servo-Hydraulic Powder Compaction Simulator with OEB5 Containment, with Simulator Control Software

HB100 — Ultimate Speed, Power & Flexibility

The HB100 sits at the top of Huxley Bertram’s simulator range, offering unmatched performance for advanced R&D and work with high‑value materials. As a flagship tablet R&D press, it provides:
  • Ultimate actuator speed and power for demanding R&D environments
  • Exceptional motion accuracy for replicating highly dynamic press conditions
  • High‑resolution data acquisition for deep, precise analysis
  • Freedom to explore every detail of the compaction process
  • Highly flexible configuration with extensive accessory and development options

The HB100 is ideal for organisations pushing the boundaries of solid‑dose research, tablet compaction, and advanced pharmaceutical process development.

 

Looking for something different?

Huxley Bertram also offers additional compaction solutions to suit a wide range of development needs across academia, early‑stage R&D, and commercial research teams:
  • HB50 – A highly versatile tablet R&D press providing power, control, and flexibility for detailed formulation exploration and characterisation.
  • HB10 – An accessible, entry‑level platform delivering dependable tablet compaction capability for early‑stage research, academia, and teaching environments.
  • Bespoke Tooling & Custom Development – Huxley Bertram supports advanced research by designing and developing custom tooling and accessories tailored to specific compaction studies, novel tablet geometries, challenging powder behaviours, or specialised drug formulation requirements.
If you require non‑standard tooling for unique tablet designs, process replication, or integrated measurement solutions, the engineering team can help.

Contact Us

Whether you’re exploring advanced R&D with the HB100 or seeking a solution tailored to formulation development or early‑stage investigation (HB50 / HB10), our team is ready to help you identify the right system for your process.

Contact us to discuss your requirements or arrange a consultation.

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Huxley Bertram Attending CMAC Open Days 2025

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We are pleased to announce that Huxley Bertram will be attending the CMAC Open Days from 18-20 March 2025 at the Technology and Innovation Centre in Glasgow. As a proud sponsor of this event, we look forward to engaging with industry leaders and showcasing our latest innovations in Tablet Compaction Simulations.

Huxley Bertram’s flagship Compaction Simulator, the HB100 is designed for the simulation of high-speed production environments, offering unparalleled capabilities for efficient and accurate testing. Its high-speed press for simulation ensures rapid testing, accelerating the time for products to go to market. The versatile testing options, including tablet compaction and tri-axial tests, allow users to conduct a wide range of simulations, catering to various needs.

One of the standout features of the HB100 is its advanced control modes. The hybrid control modes enable simulation of load-limiting production presses and simple load-limited position-controlled tests, providing flexibility and precision in testing. Additionally, comprehensive data analysis software enhances the efficiency of data processing, allowing users to export graphs and peak data to Excel-readable TSV files with automated analysis calculations and multi-layer setup.

As a bespoke mechanical solutions provider, Huxley Bertram is dedicated to creating customized solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients. This commitment to innovation and precision ensures that our clients remain at the leading edge of tablet compaction simulation, benefiting from the latest advancements in technology and engineering.

More information on Huxley Bertram Compaction Simulators can be found here: Tablet Compaction Simulators – Huxley Bertram.

Join us at the CMAC Open Days and discover how Huxley Bertram is advancing methodologies and technologies in the field of tableting and compaction simulation.

Huxley Bertram to attend CMAC Open Days 2023

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We are happy to announce that Huxley Bertram will be at the CMAC Open Day in Glasgow from 14th-16th November.

Come along and see our Tablet Compaction Simulator machine running during the lab tour programs throughout this 3-day event.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Huxley Bertram Tablet Compaction Simulators

Huxley Bertram at The Canmaker Summit 2023

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It was exciting to attend this year’s Canmaker Summit in Edinburgh.

Being part of this event is key to discussing opportunities and making connections within the metal packaging and filling industry.  Alasdair McFarlane and George Taylor had the chance to do this and meet with many companies involved in this area to learn of its current trends and development.

Please take a look at our Earing Measurement Solutions below for what Huxley Bertram can offer this evolving industry.

Earing Measurement Solutions – Huxley Bertram

Pictures below of the day’s event including traditional Scottish dress code…The Kilt.

Picture of Huxley Bertram at The Canmaker Summit 2023

Ross Murdoch from meadow.global , Alasdair McFarlane (Huxley Bertram), Graham Macfarlane of Felix Bottcher GmbH

Picture of Huxley Bertram at The Canmaker Summit 2023

George Taylor, Alasdair McFarlane and Jenny Wassenaar (Chief Sustainability Officer & SVP global R&D Trivium)

Huxley Bertram Earing Measurement Solutions

 

HB50 Tablet Compaction Simulator at Making Pharmaceuticals UK 2023

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Huxley Bertram HB50 Tablet Compaction Simulator

HB50 Tablet Compaction Simulator at Making Pharmaceuticals UK 2023

 

Huxley Bertram and Chemlink Visit to Terahertz Application Group, Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, University of Cambridge

Sales Consultant, George Taylor and Head of Pharma UK + Ireland, Shilpa Mistry pictured with Huxley Bertram’s HB50 on-site at Terahertz Application Group, Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, University of Cambridge

Huxley Bertram will support Chemlink at Making Pharmaceuticals UK 2023 on April 25 and 26 2023 with the HB50 Tablet Compaction Simulator.

Chemlink is part of Harke Pharma GmbH, one of the Global leaders in formulation materials. Huxley Bertram is proud to support them and their customers in showing how the materials are taken from powder form into tablets.

Huxley Bertram is a supplier of high-performance tablet compaction simulators to leading global pharma companies with a broad customer base in the UK, Europe, the USA, and Asia. Huxley Bertram will be providing formulation compaction simulation support to Harke by showcasing the HB50 Tablet Compaction Simulator on Chemlink’s stand at Making Pharmaceuticals UK 2023.

Please get in touch with us should you wish to attend the show and have a demonstration from the Harke and Huxley Bertram team or to know more about Huxley Bertrams’s Tablet Compaction Simulators

Visit huxleybertram.com, harke.com/pharma, and chemlink.co.uk for more info.

Click here for more case studies on Huxley Bertram machines.

 

Chemlink Specialities, Harke Group logo

Making Pharmaceuticals UK 2023

Compaction Simulation Forum 2022

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Compaction Simulation Forum 2022

The Compaction Simulation Forum 2022, held in Lyon, France, concluded on 9th November 2022.  As a scientific conference, it brought attendees together to discuss and learn many aspects of simple and complex tablet research. As joint sponsors of the annual event, Huxley Bertram representatives Martin Bennett and George Taylor joined formulation scientists, academics, pharmaceutical manufactures and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).

Industry experts and academics presented their scientific papers, covering subjects such as “predicting tableting, using theoretical and empirical methods”.  Martin Bennett and George Taylor were on-hand to discuss Compaction Simulation testing options and contract development services.  Compaction simulation research and development services are provided through CMAC in collaboration with Huxley Bertram.  The CMAC research centre provides material characterisation studies, material sparing replication of dry granulation processes, and improvements of clinical and commercial die compaction processes, among their services.

Huxley Bertram’s Compaction Simulation team, look forward to attending the Compaction Simulation Forum in 2023.

Compaction Simulation Forum 7-9 November 2022, Lyon, France

Automatic Cupping & Earing Measurement Unit featured in Aluminium International Today

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Automatic Cupping & Earing Measurement featured in Aluminium International Today

Huxley Bertram’s Automatic Cupping & Earing Measurement unit is featured in the November/December 2022 issue of Aluminium International Today.  Aluminium International Today is a print and digital journal focused on the production and processing of Aluminium.

Click the link below to read the full article:

Rapid, accurate, repeatable earing measurement

“The above sounds implausible for many people involved in Earing measurement, but Huxley Bertram’s Earing measurement expertise and equipment are making this a reality.”

Innovating in the field of Earing measurement.  Huxley Bertram provide two Earing Measurement Solutions for aluminium rolling mills, Can Body stock manufactures and organisations who are involved in aluminium research and development.

The ACEM automates the cup forming and earing measurement process.  Analysis data is automatically uploaded to a data warehouse for the batch release of aluminium coils. Additionally, the ACEM can be fitted with an automatic lubrication system to apply an exact sample dosage, and a rack in-feed system, for up to 50 aluminium sheet samples.

The Contactless Earring Measurement Unit utilizes laser technology to measure pre-formed aluminium cans, of varied height and width.  The CEMU diagnoses Can forming problems in seconds.

Join Huxley Bertram at the Compaction Simulation Forum

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Compaction Simulation Forum, 7th to 9th November 2022, France

As a specialist in the field of Powder and Tablet Compaction, Huxley Bertram will be attending the Compaction Simulation Forum.  The forum brings together powder formulation scientists, academic researchers, scientists, as well as powder compaction equipment manufacturers, and service providers.  Representing Huxley Bertram will be Martin Bennett and George Taylor.  Both are highly experienced materials test engineers, with a specialty in powder compaction

The conference will open on the 8th of November.  The event will conclude on the 9th of November following a networking reception which is being sponsored by Huxley Bertram.

The event will start with sessions on understanding tableting using modeling and prediction. Day two will see Martin Bennett discuss “How Equipment/Compaction Simulations Companies are innovating to help their customers, at a round table.  Furthermore, Martin will be on hand throughout the conference to discuss Huxley Bertram’s range of high-performance Powder Compaction Simulators, in the conference vendor area.

You still have time to register for this event and tickets can be purchased here Event Registration.

About CSF

The Compaction Simulation Forum is an annual event. Ten events were held between 2012 and 2022.  The event is well-attended and provides an opportunity to discover “state of the art” in tablet formulation development.

Compaction Simulation Forum 7-9 November 2022, Lyon, France