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Rimek Single Rotary Tablet Press Machine - UNIK-PC 20 STN Manual safety warning over an injury risk
Product Safety Report for Rimek Single Rotary Tablet Press Machine - UNIK-PC 20 STN Manual Control-GF/FF presenting a risk of injuries.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
What to do now
Rimek Single Rotary Tablet Press Machine - UNIK-PC 20 STN Manual could cause injury, for example from sharp edges, parts breaking, or the product failing in use.
- Stop using it.
- Read the corrective action below: some notices offer a fix rather than a return.
- Because the product was found unsafe on an online marketplace, use the platform’s order page to contact the seller.
- If you cannot reach the seller, Trading Standards can be told through Citizens Advice.
Why it matters. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
Getting your money back
A product safety report usually means the product was bought online and the marketplace has removed the listing. Ask the seller for a refund through the platform where you bought it; many marketplaces have their own buyer protection.
If you paid by credit card and it cost over £100, Section 75 may apply; otherwise your bank may be able to raise a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2505-0178). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Safety Report for Rimek Single Rotary Tablet Press Machine - UNIK-PC 20 STN Manual Control-GF/FF presenting a risk of injuries.
The risk
The machine guarding on the upper part of the machine comprises of four acrylic “safety doors”. The control panel includes a selector switch labelled “door lock” which turns the interlock for these doors on or off. When the interlock is turned off, the turret can run at full speed with the doors open. There are crushing and drawing in hazards from the rotating plate and dies which move together.
The machine does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
Action taken
Modification programme.
Advice to consumers
Modification programme. End users are working with the manufacturer to modify the door lock switch. New machines are being redesigned by the manufacturer.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2505-0178
Notified by: Health and Safety Executive
Product description
Tablet Press Machine.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has Rimek Single Rotary Tablet Press Machine - UNIK-PC 20 STN Manual been reported?
Rimek Single Rotary Tablet Press Machine - UNIK-PC 20 STN Manual could cause injury, for example from sharp edges, parts breaking, or the product failing in use. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
How do I know if my product is affected?
The notice describes the affected product rather than listing codes. Compare the product name, pack size and where you bought it with the official notice.
What should I do now?
Stop using it. Read the corrective action below: some notices offer a fix rather than a return.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
A product safety report usually means the product was bought online and the marketplace has removed the listing. Ask the seller for a refund through the platform where you bought it; many marketplaces have their own buyer protection. If you paid by credit card and it cost over £100, Section 75 may apply; otherwise your bank may be able to raise a chargeback.
