Pharmaceutical Laser Systems
cGMP-Compliant Laser Drilling, Printing, and Serialisation Systems for Regulated Manufacturing
Non-Contact Laser Precision for Regulated Pharma
Engineered to eliminate contamination risks and consumable ink costs, Scantech Laser pharmaceutical systems deliver high-speed, contactless laser drilling, ink-free tablet printing, and packaging serialisation compliant with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and cGMP standards.
Non-Contact Hygiene
Eliminates physical contact, ink solvents, and chemical residue, preserving strict product sterility and active ingredient integrity.
Micron Accuracy
Delivers micro-hole drilling (0.3mm–1.5mm) and high-resolution optical markings on tablets, softgels, vials, and blister foils.
Full Audit Compliance
FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and EU Annex 11 compliant software with encrypted audit trails, multi-level security, and electronic signatures.
High Throughput
On-the-fly laser drilling and printing systems capable of processing up to 200,000 tablets or capsules per hour with inline vision inspection.
Tailored Laser Processing Solutions
Select a process category below to explore technical capabilities, machine parameters, and cGMP compliance features.
Osmotic Pump Tablet Laser Drilling
Precision micro-drilling creates controlled release orifices through semi-permeable tablet coatings for zero-order drug delivery systems. Scantech CO2 laser systems drill single or multiple holes (0.3 mm to 1.5 mm diameter) on mono-layer, bi-layer, and bi-color tablets at speeds up to 200,000 tablets per hour.
- Orifice Size0.3 mm – 1.5 mm controlled micro-apertures
- ThroughputUp to 200,000 tablets/hour on-the-fly
- Inspection100% inline camera verification of hole size & placement
- Yield SafetyGentle bowl-feeder and spindle handling reduces tablet breakage
ProLab Drill
Compact, laboratory-grade system for formulation R&D and pilot trial setups. Handles batches up to 100 tablets with precision optical positioning.
ProMed Drill
Designed for medium-scale commercial manufacturing lines. Processes up to 50,000 tablets per hour with automatic rejection of out-of-spec units.
ProTab Drill
High-capacity commercial production platform capable of output up to 200,000 tablets per hour with dual laser heads and closed-loop inspection.
High-Contrast Tablet & Softgel Laser Printing
Eliminate ink cost, solvent emissions, and print-head maintenance. Scantech non-contact laser printing delivers permanent, sharp, high-contrast logos, dosage numbers, and anti-counterfeiting micro-text directly onto hard tablets, softgels, and film-coated capsules without thermal damage.
- Print QualityHigh-resolution vector & bitmap logos, 2D codes, and alphanumeric text
- OCR / OCVIntegrated machine vision verifies Optical Character Recognition
- Dosage FormsHard gelatin, HPMC, softgel, uncoated, and coated tablets
ProLab Print
R&D benchtop system engineered for lab trials, prototype printing, and validation studies on new tablet coatings.
ProPill Series
Mid-range commercial unit delivering up to 50,000 tablets per hour with integrated vision check and automated batch logging.
ProGel Series
High-speed softgel and capsule laser marking machine outputting up to 200,000 units per hour with zero thermal deformation.
Glass Vial & Ampoule Laser Marking and Micro-Drilling
Scantech specialized UV and CO2 laser platforms micro-drill precision vent apertures and print permanent, scratch-resistant graduations, batch codes, and logos on glass ampoules and vial caps without micro-fracturing the substrate.
- Laser Wavelength355 nm UV cold laser & 10.6 µm CO2 laser sources
- TraceabilityPermanent UDI, DataMatrix codes, and graduation scale marking
- Cleanroom ReadyFDA-approved stainless steel contact surfaces and Class 1 enclosures
Plastic Bottle & Canister Laser Marking
High-speed inline marking of HDPE, PET, and PP pharmaceutical canisters, bottles, and closure caps. Scantech Fiber, UV, and CO2 lasers achieve dark, high-contrast, indelible codes that withstand moisture, alcohol wipe-downs, and transportation friction.
- SubstratesHDPE, PET, PP, PVC, and specialized medical polymers
- Line IntegrationOn-the-fly marking over existing continuous or indexing conveyors
Blister Foil Laser Batch Coding & Serialisation
Replace thermal transfer ribbons and mechanical debossing dies. Scantech laser batch coders etch crisp, permanent expiry dates, lot numbers, and GS1 DataMatrix codes on aluminum foil and push-through blister backings at maximum line speeds.
- Code TypesGS1 DataMatrix, 2D QR, Lot/Exp numbers, variable serial numbers
- ReliabilityNon-impact process prevents foil puncture and seal compromise
High-Speed Folding Carton Laser Serialisation
Integrated CO2 laser marking heads for paperboard cartons. Achieves dark, high-contrast ablative marking on coated carton flaps, delivering compliant serialisation required for global drug security acts.
- Laser OptionsProMark 1311, ProMark 1315, and ProMark 1317 CO2 laser models
- ComplianceDSCSA, EU FMD, and Russia Chestny ZNAK serialisation compliant
Built For Regulatory Audits & Data Integrity
Every Scantech pharmaceutical laser platform is constructed inside an ISO 9001 factory, rigorously tested under FAT/SAT protocols, and equipped with software designed for seamless FDA 21 CFR Part 11 validation.
21 CFR Part 11 Software
Integrated audit trails, user access control with encrypted passwords, automated data backups, and electronic signature logs.
DQ / IQ / OQ / PQ Support
Comprehensive protocol documentation suite provided with every delivery to streamline factory acceptance and site validation audits.
cGMP Mechanical Design
FDA-approved 316L/304 stainless steel product contact surfaces, smooth weld radius, Class 1 laser safety, and zero pinch-point guards.
Pharmaceutical Buyer Questions
Key engineering and compliance insights for pharmaceutical production engineers and procurement managers.
Ink-free laser printing eliminates solvent contamination risks, consumable ink costs, print head clogging, and drying downtime. Laser technology creates permanent, high-contrast, tamper-proof marks directly on tablet coatings without physical contact or chemical additives, fulfilling strict FDA and cGMP standards.
Laser drilling creates micro-apertures (0.3 mm to 1.5 mm) through the semi-permeable coating of osmotic tablets. This exact orifice size controls the zero-order delivery rate of active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) in human digestive tracts. Scantech systems verify orifice diameter inline via high-resolution vision cameras.
Yes. Scantech proprietary iScada software features multi-level user authentication, encrypted audit trails, secure electronic signatures, data integrity logging, and automated report generation ready for FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and EU Annex 11 audits.
Every system ships with a complete validation protocol suite including Design Qualification (DQ), Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ) support protocols, alongside CE, UL, ISO compliance certificates and FAT/SAT test records.
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