Linear Dispensing Unit

The Tension Linear Dispensing Unit (LDU) is a groundbreaking unit-of-use prescription dispensing machine designed to reduce costs and optimize pharmacy operations. By automating the dispense, label, and packaging process, the LDU enables pharmacies to handle more medications faster, in less space, and with fewer resources. Its advanced features include multi-stage verification for increased accuracy, the ability to handle irregularly shaped medications, and a tote conveyor system that seamlessly moves prescriptions to packing stations. With quick and easy loading and replenishment, the LDU boosts output and lowers the cost per script, making it an ideal solution for high-volume pharmacy automation.

Automated Archiving for Verification

The LDU features an auto-archiving system that records and validates medications, ensuring faster and more efficient downstream verification for accurate prescription fulfillment.

Versatile Labeling Capabilities

Capable of dispensing and labeling units of use and prepacking, the system is designed to handle square, round, or irregularly shaped items, offering flexibility in pharmacy operations.

Customizable Configurations

The LDU system is available in multiple configurations, tailored to meet your pharmacy’s unique formulary, output, and space requirements, maximizing efficiency and scalability.

Multi-Step Verification for Accuracy 
Automatically verifies medications using National Drug Code (NDC) and patient-specific labels, with additional verification post-labeling to ensure precision.

High-Output Dispensing 
Handles dispensing, labeling, and verification for units of use and prepack products of varying shapes and sizes, boosting throughput for central-fill and mail-order pharmacies.

Efficient Workflow Management 
Alleviates bottlenecks with auto-archiving, enabling pharmacists to verify medications virtually, speeding up downstream verification.

Customizable and Space-Efficient 
Available in multiple configurations to fit your pharmacy’s space and output needs, while interfacing easily with traditional tote lines. 
 

Auto-Reject and Continuous Operation 
Features an auto-reject system to handle exceptions without halting production, keeping operations running smoothly.

Easy Stock Replenishment 
Rear product loading slots allow for quick replenishment without slowing down the machine’s output, ensuring continuous operation.

Support and Training 
Tension provides ongoing training, support, and access to spare parts, ensuring your system runs efficiently throughout its lifecycle.

Reduces Costs and Labor 
Automates key processes, reducing the number of personnel needed and lowering overall operational costs. 

Footprint (length x depth x height): 32′ x 9′ x 8′ square feet of space

Contact a sales expert to discuss customization options for the LDU system.

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