Eight Head Vial Cap Sealing Machine

Q: What is the production capacity of the Eight Head Vial Cap Sealing Machine?

This machine can seal up to 200 vials per minute , depending on vial size, cap type, and configuration. It features eight sealing heads and a variable AC frequency drive for easy speed adjustment, making it ideal for high-volume production lines in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Q: What vial and cap sizes does the machine support?

The machine handles a wide range of formats: Vial Diameter : 15 mm to 80 mm Vial Height : 20 mm to 180 mm Cap Sizes : 13 mm, 20 mm, 28 mm, 30 mm, and 33 mm (change parts required for different sizes) It supports both molded and tubular glass vials, along with plain aluminum or flip-off/tear-off caps using common change parts for quick changeover.

Description

Eight Head Vial Cap Sealing Machine is a high-speed, fully Automatic Rotary Capping Machine designed for sealing aluminum caps on glass vials, primarily used in the pharmaceutical, veterinary, and biotech industries. It ensures hermetic sealing to maintain the integrity of injectable products, such as antibiotics, liquids, or powders.

Vibratory bowl feeder with variable speed for controlled cap feeding and easy cleaning.

Low noise level and power consumption for efficient operation.

Optional features include camera inspection, SCADA control, and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance for regulatory adherence.

Can be integrated with vial filling and labeling machines to form a complete sterile vial filling line.

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Salient Features of Eight Head Vial Cap Sealing Machine

Compact machine complies as per cGMP.
Photo sensing device stop machine automatically in the event of no aluminium cap in delivery chute. (Optional)
Clutch system provided to stop machine in case of odd diameter of vials hence avoiding vial breakage.
Safety cabinet with doors provided for closed operation. (Optional)
Spring loaded free spinning sealing assembly provide flexibility of variation in the container neck diameter.
Differential Sealing Pressure adjustment option for variation in cap types.
Contact parts of main area made of Stainless Steel or other food grade materials.

Speed control with Variable A.C. frequency drive.
Produced vials counted with inbuilt digital counter.
“No Stopper on Vial – Machine Stop” system.
“No Seal in Chute – equipment stop” feature.
One motor synchronizes key operations of machine.
IQ/OQ/DQ documentation on demand.
PLC system with Human Machine Interface can offer optionally.
Laminar Air Flow can be offered optionally for sterile class 100 filling.

Working Principle of Eight Head Vial Cap Sealing Machine

Our Automatic Vial Sealing Machine has a conveyor belt that moves the feed container to the star wheel. Now the star wheel sets the container below the sealing head for the indexing bit. Caps are picked by vials from the delivery chute of the cap feeding bowl of the machine. The body and neck of the container are placed below the rotating head of the machine. The sealing head of the machine performs threading and sealing with precision. Designed with stainless steel matt finish, the machine comprises of no container, no cap arrangement.

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Technical Specification of Eight Head Vial Cap Sealing Machine

Model	ACS-200
No. of Sealing Head	Eight
Production Rate	Up to 200 Vials/Minute
Container Diameter:	15mm to 80mm
Container Height:	20mm to 180mm
Cap Diameter:	13mm, 20mm, 28mm, 30mm & 33mm with the help of change parts.
Power Supply	2 H.P.
Electrical characteristics	440 Volts, 3 Phase, 50 Hertz, 4 Wire System
Optional Accessories	Aluminum profile cabinet covering full machine
	Chuck for flip-off seal
	PLC with HMI
Overall Dimension	2000mm (L) x 1050mm (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.

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Advantages of Eight Head Vial Cap Sealing Machine

High throughput and precision sealing ensure product integrity and compliance with pharmaceutical standards.

Versatile design accommodates various vial and cap sizes with minimal changeover time.

Robust safety features reduce downtime and protect against errors or damage.

Low maintenance and user-friendly operation due to modular design and self-lubricating components.

Key Components of Eight Head Vial Cap Sealing Machine

Construction and Design:
- Built with a mild steel (M.S.) frame structure, clad or enclosed in stainless steel for durability, corrosion resistance, and compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- Compact, modular design suitable for cleanroom environments, with optional safety cabinets, acrylic enclosures, or laminar airflow for sterile operations.
- Parts in contact with vials or aluminum caps are made of stainless steel to ensure hygiene and prevent contamination.

Sealing Mechanism:
- Utilizes a unique single roller sealing system or gradual pressure sealing (GPS) to ensure wrinkle-free, hermetic sealing of vials with minimal particle generation.
- Capable of sealing both plain aluminum caps and flip-off/tear-off caps with common change parts for versatility.
- Spring-loaded, free-spinning sealing rollers prevent damage to caps and accommodate variations in vial neck diameters.

Operational Process:
- Vial Feeding: Stoppered vials are fed via a conveyor belt to an infeed star wheel, which spaces and transfers them to the capping station.
- Cap Feeding: A vibratory bowl feeder automatically orients and feeds caps into a delivery chute. A “No Cap” sensor stops the machine if caps are insufficient.
- Capping: The star wheel indexes vials under the sealing heads, where caps are picked up, placed, and sealed using rotating sealing heads. The sealed vials are then transferred to the discharge conveyor.
- Safety Features:
  - “No Vial – No Capping” system prevents operation without vials.
  - “No Stopper – Machine Stop” system ensures vials with missing stoppers are not sealed.
  - Clutch system on the infeed worm and star wheel stops the machine if a vial is overturned or oversized, preventing breakage.

Performance:
- Output: Capable of sealing up to 200 vials per minute, depending on vial size, cap size, and machine configuration.
- Suitable for molded or tubular glass vials, supporting both sterile and non-sterile applications.
- Adjustable sealing pressure to accommodate different cap gauges and sizes.

Control and Automation:
- Equipped with a variable AC frequency drive for speed adjustment, allowing customization to meet production needs.
- Optional PLC with Human Machine Interface (HMI) for precise control and monitoring.
- Digital counter for tracking the number of sealed vials.
- Auto on/off system: Machine starts when vials enter the infeed conveyor and stops when no vials are present.

FAQ for Eight Head Vial Cap Sealing Machine

What is an Eight Head Vial Cap Sealing Machine?

The Eight Head Vial Cap Sealing Machine is a high-speed, fully automatic rotary capping machine designed to apply and seal aluminum caps (including plain, flip-off, and tear-off types) on glass vials. It is widely used in the pharmaceutical, veterinary, and biotech industries for hermetic sealing of injectable products such as antibiotics, vaccines, and sterile liquids. With eight sealing heads, it delivers a production output of up to 200 vials per minute, ensuring precision and compliance with cGMP standards.

What is the production capacity of the Eight Head Vial Cap Sealing Machine?

This machine can seal up to 200 vials per minute, depending on vial size, cap type, and configuration. It features eight sealing heads and a variable AC frequency drive for easy speed adjustment, making it ideal for high-volume production lines in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

What vial and cap sizes does the machine support?

The machine handles a wide range of formats:

Vial Diameter: 15 mm to 80 mm
Vial Height: 20 mm to 180 mm
Cap Sizes: 13 mm, 20 mm, 28 mm, 30 mm, and 33 mm (change parts required for different sizes)

It supports both molded and tubular glass vials, along with plain aluminum or flip-off/tear-off caps using common change parts for quick changeover.

What safety features does the Eight Head Vial Cap Sealing Machine include?

The machine is equipped with multiple safety interlocks for reliable and damage-free operation:

No Vial – No Capping system
No Stopper on Vial – Machine Stop system
No Cap in Chute – Machine Stop (via photo sensing device)
Clutch mechanism to prevent vial breakage in case of odd-shaped or oversized vials
Spring-loaded free-spinning sealing heads for flexibility

These features minimize downtime, reduce product loss, and enhance operator safety.

How does the Eight Head Vial Cap Sealing Machine work?

Stoppered vials travel on a conveyor to the infeed star wheel. Caps are fed from a vibratory bowl feeder into a delivery chute. The machine then places the cap on the vial and seals it using eight rotating sealing heads with a unique Gradual Pressure Sealing (GPS) or single roller system. This ensures wrinkle-free, hermetic, and leak-proof seals with minimal particle generation. Sealed vials are then discharged onto the outfeed conveyor. The entire process is synchronized by a single motor with variable speed control.

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