Automatic Vial Capping Machine

Description

Automatic Vial Capping Machine is a specialized piece of equipment designed to automate the process of sealing vials with caps, widely used in industries such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, cosmetics, and chemicals. These machines enhance productivity, ensure consistent sealing quality, and maintain sterility while reducing manual labor and occupational health risks like repetitive strain injuries. This cGMP-compliant machine ensures high filling accuracy, minimal contamination risk, and seamless integration with upstream (vial washing & sterilizing) and downstream (rubber stoppering, capping & labeling) equipment to form a complete sterile production line.

  • Setup Requirements: Some machines require calibration with sample caps and vials.

 

  • Maintenance: Regular cleaning and lubrication are needed to maintain performance and comply with GMP standards.

 

Automatic Vial Capping Machines are critical for scaling production while ensuring precision, sterility, and efficiency in high-stakes industries.

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Working Principle of Automatic Vial Capping Machine

Duly Stoppered vials are continuously fed from the convetor of filling machine to the flat conveyor belt of sealing machine and move further through infeed worm for correct spacing and transferred to the infeed starwheel. Aluminium caps kept in vibratory bowl automatically orient caps in right direction before entering the delivery chute. Vial during its rotation movement with infeed starwheel picks up aluminum seal from the retaining finger of delivery chute and correctly position on the vial before entering sealing turret. Vial now moves on the spring loaded sealing platform, where free spinning sealing rollers moves gradually inside to complete the sealing operation during rotational movement of sealing platform turret. Now sealed vials are transferred to exit starwheel pocket and further moves out on to the flat conveyor belt. Duly sealed vials are collected on out-feed collection tray.

Technical Specification of Automatic Vial Capping Machine

Model

ACS-60

ACS-120

ACS-200

No. of Sealing Head

Single

Four

Eight

Production Rate

Up to 50 Vials/Minute

Up to 100 Vials/Minute

Up to 200 Vials/Minute

Container Diameter:

15mm to 80mm

15mm to 80mm

15mm to 80mm

Container Height:

20mm to 180mm

20mm to 180mm

20mm to 180mm

Cap Diameter:

13mm, 20mm, 28mm, 30mm & 33mm with the help of change parts.

13mm, 20mm, 28mm, 30mm & 33mm with the help of change parts.

13mm, 20mm, 28mm, 30mm & 33mm with the help of change parts.

Power Supply

0.5 H.P.

1 H.P.

2 H.P.

Electrical characteristics

440 Volts, 3 Phase, 50 Hertz, 4 Wire System

440 Volts, 3 Phase, 50 Hertz, 4 Wire System

440 Volts, 3 Phase, 50 Hertz, 4 Wire System

Optional Accessories

Aluminum profile cabinet covering full machine

Aluminum profile cabinet covering full machine

Aluminum profile cabinet covering full machine

 

Chuck for flip-off seal

Chuck for flip-off seal

Chuck for flip-off seal

 

PLC with HMI

PLC with HMI

PLC with HMI

Overall Dimension

1300mm X 800mm (W) X 1800mm (H) approx.

1500mm (L) x 850mm (W) x 1800mm (H) approx.

2000mm (L) x 850mm (W) x 1800mm (H) approx.

* Power voltage can be adjusted as per customer’s domestic power voltage requirements.
* Rights of technical improvements & modification reserved.
* Illustrations & dimensions are shown for information purpose only.

Types of Capping and Sealing Machine

Applications of Capping and Sealing Machine

Benefits of Automatic Vial Capping Machine

High Production Output and Efficiency

High-Speed Production Output

Reduced Contamination Risk

Advanced Safety and Waste Control

Key Components of Automatic Vial Capping Machine

  • Automation and Workflow:
    • Fully Automated Process: Handles vial feeding, cap placement, and sealing without manual intervention. Some models integrate additional functions like filling, stoppering, and labeling for a complete production line.
    • Cap Feeding System: Utilizes vibratory bowls, electromagnetic feeders, or gravity-fed systems to orient and deliver caps accurately to the capping station.
    • Sealing Mechanism: Employs spinning rollers, chuck cappers, or crimping heads to apply precise torque or force, ensuring secure and leak-proof seals. Common cap types include screw caps, aluminum crimp caps, flip-off caps, and snap-on caps.
    • Vial Transport: Uses starwheels, conveyors, or robotic arms for precise vial positioning and movement through the capping process.

 

  • Performance Specifications:
    • Speed: Varies by model, ranging from 10–20 vials per minute for benchtop models to high-speed machines capable of 10,000–13,000 bottles per hour.
    • Cap and Vial Compatibility: Accommodates various vial sizes and cap types. Machines can often be customized for specific sizes.
    • Precision: Advanced control systems ensure consistent torque or crimping force, reducing leakage risks during transportation. Filling accuracy in integrated systems can reach ±0.5–1%.

 

  • Design and Compliance:
    • Material: Typically constructed with GMP-compliant materials like 304 or 316 stainless steel for corrosion resistance and easy cleaning.
    • Sterility and Contamination Control: Designed for aseptic environments, often compatible with cleanrooms, laminar airflow hoods, or isolators. Some models feature contamination prevention mechanisms like sealed vial movement from below or particle monitoring.
    • Compact and User-Friendly: Benchtop models have a small footprint and require minimal training. High-speed models are modular for easy integration into production lines.

 

  • Advanced Features:
    • Intelligent Control: Equipped with PLC systems, touch-screen interfaces, and fault detection to monitor and adjust speed, pressure, and torque in real-time. Some models support multiple languages and data tracking for process optimization.
    • Safety and Ergonomics: Reduces operator fatigue and risks like carpal tunnel syndrome by automating repetitive tasks. Safety features include automatic stop for missing caps or overturned vials.
    • Customization: Modular designs allow for add-ons like labelinginspection, or freeze-drying capabilities. Machines can be tailored to specific production needs, such as high-throughput or small-batch processing.

FAQ for Automatic Vial Capping Machine

Yes, the machine is highly adaptable. It can accommodate vials with a diameter of 15mm to 80mm and a height of 20mm to 180mm. With specific change parts, it supports a wide range of cap diameters, including 13mm, 20mm, 28mm, 30mm, and 33mm.

The machine uses spring-loaded free-spinning sealing rollers. This mechanism allows for a precise, uniform seal while accommodating minor variations in container neck diameter without damaging the aluminum caps. Additionally, the sealing pressure is adjustable to suit different gauges and sizes of caps.

To maintain high efficiency and prevent contamination, the machine includes several intelligent interlocks:

  • “No Stopper on Vial Before Sealing – Machine Stop” system: Ensures every vial is properly stoppered before a cap is applied.

  • “No Seal in Chute – Machine Stop” system: Prevents the machine from operating if the cap supply is empty.

  • Optional PLC/HMI: Provides real-time fault detection and monitoring for a safer, more transparent workflow.

Yes, this is a complete cGMP-compliant model. All parts that come into contact with the vials or aluminum caps, as well as parts exposed to the atmosphere, are constructed from stainless steel (304 or 316) for superior hygiene, durability, and easy sterilization.

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