A pharmaceutical lab or pharmacy requires up-to-date, reliable and accurate equipment for the lab or pharmacy to function properly. Some of the types of pharmaceutical equipment needed include pharmaceutical packaging equipment (including containers and labels) and pharmaceutical processing equipment.
When selecting pharmaceutical equipment, you need to know what functions you wish for your pharmacy or pharmaceutical lab to perform. From there, you can go on to consider specific pharmaceutical supplies and pharmaceutical suppliers.
When purchasing and selecting pharmaceutical equipment:
1. Figure out what specific pharmaceutical equipment you need.
2. Consider used versus new pharmaceutical equipment.
3. Select the right supplier for you.
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Determine the kinds of pharmaceutical supplies you need
Pharmacies and pharmaceutical laboratories require many different kinds of pharmaceutical supplies. Most pharmacies and labs need both packaging supplies and processing supplies. Look at the offerings from some online retailers of pharmaceutical equipment to help you get an idea of what you need.
I recommend: Contact your sales representative from
The Elizabeth Companies for information about their available pharmacy equipment including pharmaceutical packaging equipment. Browse the online catalog of pharmacy supplies from
Total Pharmacy Supply. Contact
AWS Bio-Pharma Technologies, LLC about their pharmaceutical processing equipment, including equipment for both aseptic and solid dosage processing.
Consider purchasing used pharmaceutical equipment versus new
Pharmaceutical equipment, when purchased new, can cost a great deal of money. Used or reconditioned pharmacy equipment, on the other hand, helps you stock your pharmacy or pharmaceutical lab with high-quality equipment at a discount. Consider used pharmacy equipment if you have concerns about the cost of pharmacy equipment.
I recommend: Contact
Guaranteed Pharmaceutical Machinery (GPM) for information about their reconditioned pharmacy equipment including both coating equipment and tablet presses. GPM also offers a 6-month warranty on all of their products. Request a free catalog of used pharmaceutical supplies from
Federal Equipment Company. Look at the used pharmacy supplies available online through
LabX.
Choose the pharmaceutical suppliers to work with
Look for pharmaceutical suppliers that offer excellent customer service, product warranties and delivery options. Choose the supplier that offers you the products you need while providing the extras that you desire.
I recommend: Select pharmaceutical equipment from
Eriez Manufacturing Co. to have access to their customer service and repair assistance. Shop at
Micromeritics Instrument Corporation for pharmaceutical supplies and get assistance with service, maintenance and training on their products.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
- If you can't find the specific pharmaceutical equipment and pharmacy supplies you need, consider special orders. Many pharmaceutical equipment companies can special order or search for the products that meet your needs.
The official source of Pharmaceutical Equipment and Supplies is
the Pharmaceutical Equipment and Supplies page at Business.com