Capping: ‘Capping’ is the term used, when the upper or lower segment of the tablet separates horizontally, either partially or completely from the main BODY of a tablet and comes off as a cap, during EJECTION from the tablet press, or during subsequent handling.

Lamination / Laminating: ‘Lamination’ is the separation of a tablet into two or more distinct HORIZONTAL layers.

Sticking/filming: ‘Sticking’ refers to the tablet material adhering to the die wall. Filming is a slow form of sticking and is largely due to excess MOISTURE in the granulation.

Cracking: Small fine cracks observed on the upper and lower center surface of the tablets, or very rarely on the side wall are referred to as cracks.

Chipping: ‘Chipping’ is defined as the breaking of tablet edges, while the tablet leaves the press or during subsequent handling and coating operation.

Mottling: ‘Mottling’ is the term used to describe an unequal distribution of color on a tablet.

Double Impression: ‘Double impression’ involves only those PUNCHES, which have a monogram or other engraving on them.

Capping: ‘Capping’ is the term used, when the upper or lower segment of the tablet separates horizontally, either partially or completely from the main body of a tablet and comes off as a cap, during ejection from the tablet press, or during subsequent handling.

Lamination / Laminating: ‘Lamination’ is the separation of a tablet into two or more distinct horizontal layers.

Sticking/filming: ‘Sticking’ refers to the tablet material adhering to the die wall. Filming is a slow form of sticking and is largely due to excess moisture in the granulation.

Cracking: Small fine cracks observed on the upper and lower center surface of the tablets, or very rarely on the side wall are referred to as cracks.

Chipping: ‘Chipping’ is defined as the breaking of tablet edges, while the tablet leaves the press or during subsequent handling and coating operation.

Mottling: ‘Mottling’ is the term used to describe an unequal distribution of color on a tablet.

Double Impression: ‘Double impression’ involves only those punches, which have a monogram or other engraving on them.