Used Coaters and Coating Pans

Federal Equipment Company offers a robust selection of used coaters, used coating pans, and used coating machines suited for pharmaceutical, food, chemical, and plastics processing. These coating systems are essential for applying precise and uniform coatings to tablets, confections, or other materials, improving product stability, taste masking, and overall appearance in both batch and continuous processing environments.

Our inventory includes high-quality equipment built from durable stainless steel, featuring advanced spray guns, perforated pans, and state-of-the-art controls. These reliable, used coating machines effectively handle aqueous or solvent-based coatings, enabling precise applications such as tablet coating, film coating, and protective or decorative layers. Industries relying on coating technology realize improved product quality through benefits like non-stick finishes, abrasion resistance, and consistent results.

Trusted Brands and Models

We carry a variety of trusted brands and models to meet diverse coating needs. Highlights of our inventory include:

  • O'Hara Labcoat™ and Fastcoat® systems for laboratory, pilot-scale, and high-efficiency production applications.
  • Vector LDCS and Hi-Coater™ systems, including HCT and VHC models for efficient tablet coating.
  • Thomas Accela-Cota® coating pans for high-capacity production.
  • Thomas Compu-Lab series, ideal for flexible coating requirements.

These systems are designed to deliver precise, reliable results across industries like pharmaceuticals, food, and chemicals.

Tablet Coaters for Pharmaceutical Applications

Tablet coaters are critical to pharmaceutical production lines, allowing manufacturers to apply precise film or sugar coatings that enhance the appearance, shelf life, or controlled release of tablets. Our inventory includes perforated pan coaters, high-efficiency coaters, and automated coating machines from top brands like O'Hara, Thomas Engineering, and Vector. Whether you need equipment for R&D or full-scale commercial batches, our used coating machines deliver reliable performance while helping reduce capital investment.

Coating Machines Across Industries

In addition to pharmaceutical applications, coating machines are also used in the food, chemical, and plastics industries. From chocolate and candy panning to encapsulating agricultural or polymer materials, these systems help ensure even distribution of coatings for functionality, aesthetics, or protection. We regularly stock various types of used tablet coaters, coating machines and equipment to meet unique process requirements, including batch, rotary, and continuous coaters.

Your Source for Coating Solutions

From abrasion-resistant surfaces to specialized systems for granulation and beyond, our inventory spans a wide range of applications. Systems with multiple sized diameter pans, baffles, and integrated blowers enhance efficiency and performance. Some fluid bed or fluidized bed systems also offer coating capabilities, providing a versatile solution for processes that require drying and uniform coating in a single system. We even stock unique systems like the Accela-Cota for advanced tablet coating requirements.

Why Choose Federal Equipment Company?

With decades of expertise, Federal Equipment Company provides manufacturing solutions that deliver consistent quality and reliability. Whether you need a coater, coating pan, a complete coating system, or specialized equipment for film coating, we help you optimize your processes for superior results.

In addition to equipment, our PharmParts division offers a wide range of coater parts, ensuring you have the components needed to maintain and optimize your systems. For those looking to enhance their team's expertise, Techceuticals provides training on coating machines and processes, helping you achieve peak efficiency and quality in your production.

Browse our selection below and request a quote for more information regarding our Used Coaters and Coating Pans.

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Frequently asked questions about Used Coaters and Coating Pans

Frequently Asked Questions

What are coating machines used for?

Coating machines are used to apply a uniform layer of material over a product—commonly for protection, taste masking, controlled release, or decorative purposes. They are widely used in pharmaceuticals, food processing, and chemicals.

What types of tablet coaters are available?

Tablet coaters include perforated pan coaters, fluid bed coaters, and high-efficiency film coating systems. Each type serves different needs, from lab-scale development to large-scale production.

Are your used coating machines inspected before sale?

Yes, all equipment is inspected to ensure operational readiness and mechanical integrity. We only list used coaters that meet our quality standards.

How do I get pricing or request a quote?

Each product page includes “Request a Quote” and “Make an Offer” options. Submit your request, and our team will follow up with details.

Can I find specific brands or models of coaters?

Absolutely. We often carry used coaters and coating pans from trusted manufacturers like Glatt, Vector, Thomas, and O’Hara. If you’re looking for a specific model, let us know—we can help you find it.

Do you offer equipment suitable for both R&D and production?

Yes, we stock coating machines in a variety of capacities, including benchtop and pilot-scale models for R&D, as well as full-scale systems for commercial manufacturing.