The new Friabimat SA-400 from Copley Scientific uniquely delivers friability testing for even the hardest, most robust solid dosage forms. Its use is detailed in Chap 2.9.41 (Method B) of the European Pharmacopoeia, which came into effect on 1 January 2008/. With tests taking an average of just 2 to 4
minutes, the system is suitable for both QC and research applications. For some hard coated and uncoated tablets, granules and spheroids, it is impossible to determine friability using conventional drum testers, even with significantly extended test times. The Friabimat SA-400, a small footprint unit originally designed for testing granules and pellets, is ideal for such materials.