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The Tabletting Specification Manual (TSM), published by the American Pharmacists Association (APhA), is the authoritative reference for tablet and tablet tooling specifications in North America. In addition to tooling specifications, the TSM includes information on compression tooling terminology, tablet manufacturing, tooling and tablet design, tool steels, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
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