The invention concerns a tablet press system, typically for production of small batches of tablets. The system comprises a die for receiving a powder to be compacted and a press member for compacting the powder in use within the die, the press member being actuable along a first axis under the control of an electronic controller. The die is moveable between a first location in which the die is aligned with the first axis for compaction and at least one further location spaced therefrom. The system may comprise a plurality of stations and a die guide to allow motion of the die between a filling and compaction station under control of the controller. The press member may be electrically actuated by a motor under electronic control.
