Veterinary Tablet Dies and Punches Manufacturer | EMMKAY INDUSTRIES

EMMKAY INDUSTRIES manufactures tablet dies and punches for the veterinary and animal health industry. Veterinary tablets present unique tooling challenges — larger tablet sizes, harder formulations, and the need for shapes that aid animal administration. From cattle boluses to pet chewable tablets, we provide precision tooling designed for veterinary production requirements.

Since 1983, we have supplied veterinary tablet tooling to animal health manufacturers across India, supporting production of medicated tablets, nutritional supplements, and antiparasitic boluses for livestock and companion animals.

Key Differences from Pharmaceutical Tooling:

• Larger tablet sizes — veterinary boluses often require B tooling (up to 25mm)

• Higher compression forces — dense formulations for slow-release boluses

• Custom shapes — bone, paw, and animal-themed shapes for pet chewables

• Durability focus — veterinary formulations can be more abrasive than pharmaceutical ones
  

Materials and Coatings for Veterinary Tooling

Veterinary formulations often contain abrasive minerals, calcium compounds, and dense excipients that accelerate tooling wear. We recommend:

• OHNS steel — suitable for standard veterinary tablets and moderate production volumes

• HCHC (D3) steel — recommended for abrasive formulations containing calcium, iron, or mineral supplements. Longer lifespan under heavy compression

• S7 steel — for formulations that cause punch tip chipping or breakage

• EMMKAY Special Steel — our proprietary steel for optimum tool life and quality
  

Recommended Coatings:

• Chrome plating — standard protection for most veterinary tooling

• TiN (Titanium Nitride) — for highly abrasive mineral-based formulations

• DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) — for sticky formulations in chewable tablets

Why Choose EMMKAY INDUSTRIES for Veterinary Tooling

B Tooling Expertise: Veterinary boluses often require B tooling for large tablet diameters. We manufacture B tooling up to 25mm with the same precision as our pharmaceutical-grade D tooling.

Durable Materials: We recommend the right steel grade and coating for your specific veterinary formulation, ensuring maximum tooling life even with abrasive ingredients.

40+ Years Manufacturing: Since 1983, EMMKAY INDUSTRIES has served animal health manufacturers with reliable, precision tooling.

Quick Turnaround: Standard veterinary tooling delivered in 7-10 working days. Custom shapes may require 10-15 working days for first-time orders.

Frequently Asked Questions - Veterinary Tablet Dies and Punches

Q: What tooling standard is used for cattle boluses?
A: Most cattle boluses are 18-25mm in diameter and require B tooling (30.16mm die OD). Smaller livestock tablets (sheep, goat) may use D tooling if the tablet diameter is under 13mm.

Q: Can you make bone-shaped or paw-shaped tablet dies?
A: Yes. We manufacture custom shapes including bone, paw, heart, and any other design you need for pet health products. Provide a drawing or concept, and we will manufacture the tooling.

Q: What material do you recommend for abrasive veterinary formulations?
A: HCHC (D3) steel with TiN coating provides the best combination of wear resistance and longevity for abrasive veterinary formulations containing minerals, calcium, or iron compounds.

Q: Do you supply tooling for veterinary tablet presses specifically?
A: We supply tooling compatible with all rotary tablet presses — the same presses used in pharmaceutical manufacturing are used for veterinary tablets. Provide your press brand and model, and we will confirm compatibility.

Custom Shapes for Pet Health Products

The growing pet health market demands creative tablet shapes that appeal to pet owners and aid administration:

• Bone shape — popular for dog supplements and chewables

• Round scored — easy breaking for dose adjustment by animal weight

• Large capsule — for cattle and livestock boluses

• Heart shape — pet vitamin and supplement branding

• Custom logo — brand embossing for premium pet health products

We manufacture custom veterinary shapes in both D and B tooling standards. Provide your design or concept, and our team will create the tooling to match.