Gelatin Capsule Hardness Tester - Gelomat

Digi test II Gelomat is a capsule hardness tester developed specifically for soft capsules.

Gelatin Capsule Hardness tester is a device that indicates the hardness of a capsule by measuring the effect on its surface of a localized penetration by a standardized flat-shaped indenter made of hard steel.  Bareiss has made an exclusive solution to test the hardness of a capsule called a Gelomat. Also great as a butter hardness tester, cream hardness tester, and meat hardness tester.

The unique design and digital measuring systems ensure that a very high measuring precision and the most reliable measurement are obtained. An automatic measurement for hardness test on gelatin capsules is required to obtain optimum accuracy and repeatability.

What is a gelatin capsule?

Gelatin capsules, informally called gel caps or soft gel capsules, are composed of gelatin manufactured from the collagen of animal skin and bone. There is another type of capsule known as Vegetable capsules. They are made up of cellulose. The main ingredient of vegetarian capsules is hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC). However, in the current market, gelatin capsules are more universally used than vegetarian capsules because the cost of production is lower.

Types of gelatin capsules:

Hardshell Capsules: They contain dry, powdered ingredients or miniature pellets. These are made in two halves: a smaller-diameter “body” that is filled and then sealed using a larger-diameter “cap”.
Softshell Capsules: They contain oils or active ingredients that are dissolved or suspended in oil.

Quality control tests for capsules:

Finished capsules are subjected to a number of tests in accordance with compendial standards and regulatory requirements for unit dose capsule products. These batteries of tests help identify whether the batch is acceptable for marketing or its intended usage.

Soft gelatin capsule leakage:

Leaking gelatin capsules destroys consumer confidence in the product and the manufacturer. To prevent defective capsules from reaching the market, a manufacturer must develop tests to identify them. One approach is to use a Gelatin capsule hardness tester. It applies a compressive force to gelatin capsules to confirm they have sufficient wall strength to withstand external forces.

Testing gelatin capsule hardness: the optimal ratio

In general, a suitable weight ratio is that dry plasticizer: dry gelatin = 0.4 - 0.6: 1.0, and the ratio of water to dry gelatin is 1:1. The capsule shell is the hardest when the weight ratio between the plasticizer and gelatin is 0.3:1.0, and the shell is soft if 1.8:1.

What is a gelatin capsule hardness tester?

Gelatin Capsule Hardness tester is a device that indicates the hardness of a capsule by measuring the effect on its surface of a localized penetration by a standardized flat-shaped indenter made of hard steel.  Bareiss has made an exclusive solution to test the hardness of a capsule called a Gelomat. Also great as a butter hardness tester, cream hardness tester, meat hardness tester.

Capsule hardness tester application:

Gelomat is a plug-and-play hardness tester and non-destructive method developed for the determination of the hardness and resistance on gelatin, gelatin capsules, play dough, paintballs etc.

Unique design

The unique design and digital measuring systems ensure that a very high measuring precision and most reliable measurement is obtained. An automatic measurement for hardness test on gelatin capsules is required to obtain optimum accuracy and repeatability.

Gelatin capsule testing software & measuring

The user can choose a measuring from either 0 - 2 N or 0 - 20 N and has an option to attach an automatic positioning device called Rotofix or a manually operated sample fixture known as Centrofix. With the help of our HardTest software, the operator can analyze the results, store data, see histograms, create batch folders, etc.

Integration with an automated optical inspection system:

Based on the client’s requirements, Bareiss also designs and develops customized automated optical inspection systems that can be integrated with a Gelomat hardness tester or as a stand-alone. This system will allow qualified specialists to check the size and defects of the finished product, achieving close to 100% perfection in quality.

Who's using Gelomat?

Companies like The Nature’s Bounty, Captek, Bayer, Medipharm, Reckitt Benckiser, Strides, GI Sportz, and many more are already using our Gelomat hardness tester. Bareiss USA continues to receive high marks for this product and its applications on our customer survey forms.

About Bareiss

BAREISS was founded in 1954 by Mr. Henry Bareiss. The company has been committed to research and development innovations for many years, with core technology at the center, including the production of hardness measuring instruments for testing elastomers and other soft elastomers.

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